At a Glance
Dental Assistant

Health Occupations Division
Technical Diploma

Program curriculum information is subject to change.

New* - This program is no longer waitlisted.

It's now available via the MATC petition process:
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Petition Packet (PDF)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Campus:
Downtown Milwaukee (day program): 414-297-MATC

Start Dates: August/January

Special Admission Requirements: Demonstration of proficiency in basic skills through a course placement assessment.

Program Code: 30-508-2

Detailed Program Information:
2009-10 Course Requirements

This technical diploma program provides students with the opportunity to learn a variety of patient care skills in order to work with the dentist during the examination and treatment of patients. Students learn how to make patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, obtain dental records and prepare them for treatment. Proper techniques for sterilization and disinfection of equipment and instruments, preparation of tray set-ups for dental procedures, exposing and processing x-rays and assisting the dentist at chairside are emphasized. Employment opportunities are plentiful, both in private offices and clinic settings. Core skills include conscientious work habits and good interpersonal skills. For more information, visit www.danb.org or www.ada.org

For more information, e-mail info@matc.edu

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