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Accredited Dental Assistant

CPD UK Certified | ICOES International Accreditation | 30 CPD Points | Certification Available| Free Retake Exam

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Offer ends 01 June 2024
Study method
Online
Duration
30 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
60 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
30 CPD hours / points
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Overview

Learn about the varied life of a dental assistant, the training you’ll need and how to apply for a dental assistant job in our online certificate course. Help everyone smile with confidence knowing their teeth are healthy and sparkling, thanks to you! Find out what you need to do to start a rewarding healthcare career as a dental assistant.

It’s a rewarding job for multitaskers. One minute you could be putting patients at ease as you prepare them for surgical procedures or teeth cleaning. The next you could be assisting the dentist in clinical procedures. Taking our online Dental Assistant course is your first step to this rewarding healthcare career.

KEY COURSE BENEFITS:

  • Course access: 60 days - Study at your own pace
  • Internationally-recognised CPD accredited course
  • Start learning straightaway from any laptop or mobile device in any country

As a dental assistant, it’s your job to look after patients and make them feel at ease before, during and after procedures. You also need to look after the dentist so that she or he has a willing, friendly assistant to ensure patient records are up-to-date and to assist in treatments.

Step on to the satisfying career path of becoming a dental assistant or dental nurse by studying our online certificate course now.

CPD

30 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Description

There will always be a need for dental assistants and dental nurses to take care of people's oral health and hygiene. People are concerned about their oral care and will visit the dentist for teeth cleaning, check-ups and more complicated procedures such as brightening or straightening their smile!

As a dental assistant or dental nurse, you are likely to be the first person that patients see in a dental practice and we all know how important it is to make a great first impression. It’s important that you are well trained and professional in your outlook.

You’ll certainly never tire of your role as you have many tasks to perform from scheduling appointments, processing x-rays and lab orders, maintaining records and assisting during dental treatments. You may be inspired to train up to be a dentist or hygienist!

Our self-paced course also contains information about further training and on-the-job training for dental assistants as well as helpful advice on finding a job. Start finding out more by investing in our course. You can study when you want and you can keep the course forever, which is handy for refreshing your memory or revising your coursework.

How is the Dental Assistant course assessed?

By studying our Dental Assistant course online with IOA, you do not pay an extra fee for sitting an exam or have to wait for a set date to sit an exam. There is a short exam at the end of each module for you to take, You’ll know your score immediately.

Dental Assistant Course Syllabus

Module 1: Career Outlook

  • Range of salaries/average salaries
  • Diversity of dental assistants/dental nurses
  • Potential for growth
  • Job availability
  • Perks of the Job
  • Work/Life Balance
  • Pre-planning for a career as a dental assistant/dental nurse

Module 2: Required Training

  • Basic Dental Assisting Coursework
  • Expanded Functions Coursework
  • On the Job Training
  • Accreditation and Certification
  • Understanding Laws and Regulations
  • Ongoing Licence Requirements

Module 3: Finding A Job

  • Getting started
  • Checking Specific State Dental Laws and Statutes (U.S. only)
  • What to Look for in a Dental Assisting/Nursing Position
  • Letters of recommendation/References
  • Cover Letters
  • Resumes/CVs
  • Interviewing
  • Job Advancement

Module 4: Patient Care

  • Positive Professional Dental Attitude
  • Professional Attire
  • Direct Patient Care Interactions
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Communicating with the dentist

Module 5: Beyond The Dental Chair

  • Maintaining Records
  • Scheduling Appointments
  • Processing x-rays and Lab Orders
  • Assisting with Billing
  • HIPAA Requirements

Who is this course for?

  • Anyone wanting to find out about the career prospects for a dental assistant
  • Anyone who wants to become a dental assistant or dental nurse and wants a more impressive CV which includes our accredited course
  • People working in the health sector who are interested in a change of career
  • Anyone who works in admin in a dental practice and is looking for promotion

Requirements

This Dental Assistant course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.

Career path

  • Continue on the path towards becoming a dental assistant
  • Explore the dental industry, and decide if it is the career for you
  • Look at a career in oral hygiene and dental sectors

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Patricia asked:

To be able to work as a dental assistant do you need nursing qualifications or I can simply do the course and after that I can apply to work?

Answer:

This course will give you a better understanding of how to enter the field and what will be expected of you. You'll be guided through the education and training requirements and on-the-job expectations.

This was helpful. Thank you for your feedback.
Kelly asked:

Hi good afternoon, I’m looking to become a trainee dental nurse but unsure on what course I need to look for? Thanks

Answer:

You can take a look at our Dental Assistant course, designed for those considering a career in the Health industry. You will receive a certificate which will profoundly improve your CV and therefore increase chances of getting employment. Besides, this course is CPD accredited (by CPD UK).

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Ahmina Danish asked:

Can I apply for the Dental Assistant Course and is the Fee £29.00?

Answer:

Yes, our Dental Assistant course is open for anyone interested in working in the Health industry or improve their CV. The price includes the course, lifetime access to the course content and a certificate of completion.

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aimee smith asked:

hi were are you doing the course very interested just depending how far it is to travel

Answer:

Our Dental Assistant course is fully online. You will have access to our platform where the course is available to be started and completed.

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Zuzana asked:

Hello, I’m thinking about becoming a dental nurse, saw this course online. Is there any diploma or certificate I would receive when completed? Thanks

Answer:

Yes, once you complete your Dental Assistant course, you will receive a certificate of completion.

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Michael asked:

Is the certificate included in the price of the course.

Answer:

Yes, once you complete your Dental Assistant course, you will receive a certificate of completion, issued in PDF format.

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Helga asked:

Hello, is it possible to take the course if I am from Russia? How can I pay it? thank

Answer:

Our Dental Assistant course is available to start as soon as you purchase it with REED. The course is fully online and can be accessed worldwide.

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Coral asked:

Can I get a job as a dental assistant with just this course and nothing else?

Answer:

Once you complete your Dental Assistant course, you will receive a certificate of completion. Our certification will improve your CV and therefore increase the chances of getting employment in this Health sector.

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Noelia asked:

Hello I would like to know if with this course I can work in uk and also if is valid for work in another country. Thanks Regards

Answer:

Our certification is international and provided by the International Council for Online Educational Standards, ICOES, and CPD ( CPD UK).

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joanne asked:

since being a young girl, being a dsa for many years. been out of a nurse since my last born, now got the chance to qualify as a dn, how do i do it

Answer:

Once you complete your purchase you will be contacted with all the relevant information for you to get started with your Dental Assistant course.

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Samah asked:

Is this course qualify me to work in a dental clinic in Australia?? Iam a dentist from Iraq and want to find a job in Australia even as an asisstent.

Answer:

Yes, you can. Our Dental Assistant course is accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards, ICOES and also by CPD ( CPD UK). Our certificate will profoundly improve your CV and therefore increase chances of getting employment in the Health industry.

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marie asked:

what qualification do u achieve after this course and will it get u work in a dental environment. do you get a certificate

Answer:

Yes, once you complete your Dental Assistant course, you will receive a certificate of completion. Our certification will improve your CV and therefore increase the chances of getting employment in this Health sector.

This was helpful. Thank you for your feedback.
Sofia Pite asked:

Dental assistant course, but wanted to know more information about Payments, how to get a diploma, how the lessons are done, more important things

Answer:

Our Dental Assistant course is available to start as soon as you purchase it with REED. Our course is entirely online and once is completed you will receive a Certificate of completion.

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Monica Contu asked:

Is this course available?i mean can i work as a dental nurse if i m doing this course ,the diploma is valid?will i have a GDC number?

Answer:

Our Dental Course is available to start as soon as you purchase it with REED. Unfortunately, we are not registered, yet, with GDC, but it is accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards, ICOES, and CPD ( CPD UK).

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Noor asked:

i have started working as a trainee dental nurse By doing this course online will i be registered with GDC and NEBDN Diploma in Dental Nursing

Answer:

Unfortunately, we are not registered, yet, with GDC and NEBDN. Our Dental Assistant course is accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards, ICOES, and CPD ( CPD UK).

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Tatyana Prokopieva asked:

I want to enroll.

Answer:

Once you complete your purchase you will be contacted with all the relevant information for you to get started with your studies.

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Rinshy asked:

This certification enough for the NHRA License

Answer:

Hi Rinshy, Thank you for your query. Our courses are accredited by ICOES and CPD Certification Service, meaning the course counts towards the individuals' CPD hour records. I invite you to look at the course syllabus on REED to learn more about its content and the opportunities it opens. Kind regards, IOA Team

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Zara asked:

what is different between this course with £29 and other dental assistant course that I searched and the price is a bout more than a thousand pound ?

Answer:

Hi Zara, thank you for your interest in our Dental Assistant course. The modules have been created to help you better understand both how to enter the field, and what will be expected of you once you do. We’ll walk you through education and training requirements, and then guide you in on-the-job expectations. I invite you to take a look at the course syllabus, so you know what it covers. Kind regards, IOA Team.

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Aminah asked:

Hi , I just wanted to ask that when u take the exam is it like an assignment or is it online zoom

Answer:

Hello Aminah, Thank you for your interest in our course. The exam is online, after each module of your course, there is a short exam that includes multiple-choice questions. Annika - IOA Team

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Ridafatima asked:

After completing this course can i get the job without any further experience related to this job?

Answer:

Hi Ridafatima, Thank you for your query. Our "Dental Assistant" course certificate will undoubtedly be a plus on your CV. I invite you to have a look at the course syllabus on REED to learn more about the course content. Kaoutar - IOA Team

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Rama asked:

What kind of document is necessary to apply for this course?

Answer:

There is no re-requirement to be able to take and complete our Dental Assistant Certificate.

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Helga asked:

Hello, is it possible to take the course if I am from Russia? How can I pay it? thank

Answer:

Our Dental Assistant course is available to start as soon as you purchase it with REED. The course is fully online and can be accessed worldwide.

This was helpful. Thank you for your feedback.
Hana asked:

I qualified as dentistry my country .can this course help me to find job as dental assistance in UK ??

Answer:

Our Dental Assistant course is accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards, ICOES and also by CPD ( CPD UK). Our certificate will profoundly improve your CV and therefore increase chances of getting employment in the Dental industry.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

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