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Dental Assistant Professional

Credits: 1
Course Number: 31-508-307

Course Description

31-508-307 DENTAL ASSISTANT PROFESSIONALISM...prepares dental assistant students for professional success in a dental practice or another dental health care environment. Students develop professional appearance and image. More importantly, they learn to work within ethical guidelines and legal frameworks. In preparation for entering the work force, dental assistants customize or develop their portfolios and lay out an ongoing professional development plan. (Corequisites: 10-508-101, Dental Health Safety; 31-508-304, Dental & General Anatomy)

Course Typically Offered

  • Summer
  • Fall

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

How can I use this course to achieve my career goals?

This course is associated with the following programs:

What will I learn?

  1. Illustrate how the role of the dental assistant integrates with the roles of other members of the dental team
  2. Maintain professional confidentiality
  3. Cultivate a professionally ethical climate
  4. Respond to a request to perform a task that is not legally permitted to be delegated to a dental assistant
  5. Prepare your dental assistant resume and cover letter
  6. Prepare for a job interview for a dental assistant position
  7. Develop a professional development plan
  8. Evaluate professionalism as it relates to a dental practice or dental healthcare environment

Class Details

Class Number:
23736
Delivery:
Blended - Less than 50% Online
Term:
Spring 2025
Session:
8W1
Instructors:
Jami Van Enkevort
Date Range:
-
Estimated Cost:
$168.85 *

Class Notes

  • This Blended class utilizes a variety of course delivery methods. Please visit https://nwtc.libanswers.com/Eagle/faq/212771 for important class notes regarding this Blended class.

Meeting Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location(s)
01/21/25 - 03/17/25 Anytime
Anytime
Online
01/23/25 Th
1:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Green Bay Campus Room HS221
02/06/25 Th
1:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Green Bay Campus Room HS221
02/20/25 Th
1:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Green Bay Campus Room HS221
03/06/25 Th
1:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Green Bay Campus Room HS221

* Cost displayed is based on in-state residency. Back to cost

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