Dental Assistant School in Grand Junction

Hands-On Dental Assistant Program in Grand Junction

If you’re interested in dental care and looking to break into a rewarding career (without spending years in school), practical Dental Assistant career training could be a great fit.

Skilled Dental Assistants perform a variety of tasks that range from patient care and taking X-Rays to administrative office duties. Professionals in this field help dental appointments to run smoothly, put patients at ease and ultimately assist others to put their best smile forward.

The Dental Assistant program from IntelliTec College provides the hands-on training, real-world experience and ongoing personalized support it takes to pursue Dental Assistant certification and a healthcare career in just 10.5 months*.

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Dental Assistant School with Hands-On Clinical Labs

As a student in an IntelliTec College Dental Assistant program, you’ll gain both the administrative and clinical skills to move into an entry-level position in Dental Assisting.

Skills Include:

  • Chairside Assisting – patient positioning, instrument usage, and anesthetics
  • Office Administration – billing and coding, dental charting, and management software
  • Recognition of Dental Materials – composites, amalgam and bases and liners
  • Dental Radiography Practices – processing, mounting and safety procedures
  • Specialized Applications – periodontics, orthodontics and endodontics

*Program length when completed as designed.

 

If you’re searching for dental assistant programs in Grand Junction or wondering how to get started in the dental field in Colorado, IntelliTec College is here to help. Many people look for hands-on training close to home and ask where they can begin working in a professional healthcare setting.

Our Grand Junction campus supports students from across western Colorado who are ready to pursue a new path. Whether you’re just starting to explore your options or already committed to becoming a dental assistant, our team is available to answer your questions and help you take the next step.

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Real-World Experience in a Professional Externship

The Dental Assistant Certificate program includes an externship at an approved outside facility. As a student in this program you’ll receive real-world, practical experience in a working dental office or clinic. You’ll receive supervised on-the-job training and the opportunity to practice skills learned throughout the program.

As a graduate, you’ll enter the professional world with confidence, fully prepared to make a smooth transition from training into your new dental role after you gain so much practical, real-world experience before you graduate.

Convenient Day & Evening Schedules

Get the skills to get ahead without putting your entire life on hold. Choose from convenient Day or Evening classes four days per week. Balance things like work, family and other responsibilities while you train for a bright automotive future.

Classes meet Monday through Thursday.

  • Day Time Schedule: 9am-2pm
  • Evening Schedule: 5pm-10pm

Some students use Fridays for make-up labs or get extra hands-on practice.

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Dental Assistant Program Outline

DT-100 Dental Office Administration
Prerequisite(s): CCR-100

This course will provide an introduction to clerical and administrative functions associated with the Dental industry. The student will develop reception techniques and methods for interacting with patients and coworkers. In addition, the student will be introduced to patient records, billing and coding, dental charting, treatment planning, OSHA regulations, infection control and practical application of Dentrix Dental Office Management Software and a variety of common clerical and administrative functions. The student will explore an awareness of today’s workplace with the diversity, teamwork, technology, market competition, community relations, initiative and adaptability, learning styles, problem solving, and customer relations that transform the way we do business. Students will develop written and oral communication skills, as well as professional presentation in body language, appearance, and business etiquette.

DT-112 Science of Dentistry
Prerequisite(s): CCR-100

This course introduces the correlation between oral and systemic health. The focus is on head and neck anatomy, preventive dentistry, presentation, volunteer work, research, tooth morphology, and dental patient education.

DT-200 Dental Radiography
Prerequisite(s): CCR-100, DT100, DT112

This course presents theories and techniques of radiation health and safety including physics, biology, x-ray units, types of films, quality assurance, storage, interpretation, and patient safety. Hands-on techniques of radiation health and safety are presented in a laboratory setting. Topics include processing, mounting, and in-depth safety practices.

DT-220 Dental Chairside Assisting
Prerequisite(s): CCR-100, DT100, DT112

This course features a dental office laboratory setting and treatment room with hands-on practice of patient positioning, instrument usage, sterilization procedures, and anesthetic application techniques providing an intense focus on chairside assisting. Every procedure is defined and demonstrated with the didactic skills developed individually to assist the Dentist.

DT-221 Dental Specialties Procedures & Materials
Prerequisite(s): CCR-100, DT100, DT112

This course explores the responsibilities and functions of the Dental Assistant in a variety of specialized applications including periodontics; dental implants; oral and maxillofacial surgery; hospital dentistry; pharmacology; and dental emergency management with recognition, prevention, proper response and emergency treatment. Concise presentation of theory is bolstered by extensive hands-on skill development in a simulated clinic environment. Students will explore various dental materials such as composites, impression materials, gypsum products, dental cements, dental amalgam, bases and liners. Model trimming procedures are presented in this course. Students will practice fabrication including custom tray construction and prosthodontic materials.

DT-230 Dental Externship
Prerequisite(s): CCR-100, DT100, DT112, DT200, DT220, DT221

Students receive real-world, practical experience in a practicing dental office or clinic applying the knowledge and utilizing the skills developed as a dental assistant.

CCR-100 College and Career Readiness
Prerequisite(s): NA

College and Career Readiness is the first six-week course designed to prepare students for Career Training Success. Classes meet 20 hours per week, Monday through Thursday. Class times available are either 9:00am – 2:00pm for day time students and 5:00pm – 10:00pm for night time students.

ACD-150 Advanced Career Development
Prerequisite(s): NA

Advanced Career Development is offered toward the end of your program and is designed to prepare students for Career Success. Classes meet for a total of 15 hours during the scheduled term.

I Now Work at Hudson Family Dental

“I now work at Hudson Family dental….I thoroughly enjoyed the people I was in class with.  I really enjoyed my instructors.  I think they did a phenomenal job, especially for someone like me who didn’t really take school all that seriously her entire life, and it took a chance and you know that’s really all that education and extending your education really is.”

Eve power, Dental Assistant Graduate

The Learning Opportunities Are Endless

“I was skeptical about going back to school and where to even start but when I got recommended Intellitec I don’t regret my decision. The Staff and students here are great and understand. The learning opportunities are endless and the job placement is really great.”

Jazmine Boston, Dental Assistant Graduate

Are We a Good Fit for You?

Whether you’ve been out of school for a while, have a full house and a job, we’re here to help you navigate your next move toward a rewarding career.  Our admissions advisors can help you:

  • Match your interests to a new career
  • Find flexible scheduling that fits real life
  • See how others like you made the leap into a new career
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Dental Assistant Certification

As a graduate of the IntelliTec College Dental Assistant program, you’ll be fully prepared to sit for the National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) certification exam through the Dental Assistant National Board . This exam includes:

  • Infection Control
  • Radiation Health and Safety
  • Anatomy, Morphology & Physiology

After Graduation

Your training at IntelliTec College will prepare you for the Certified Dental Assisting National Board (CDA) exam. Please note that 3500 hours of general chairside office training is required before taking this exam.

Financial Aid Options Available

Our financial services team is here to make sure that you get access to all the resources that are potentially available to you, such as:

  • Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Payment plan options
  • Veteran Training Benefits

Every student’s situation is unique, and our dedicated financial services team will help you discover all of your financial aid options. Federal Financial Aid and Veteran benefits are available to those who qualify.

Learn about your funding options today.

Is Hands-On Dental Assisting Career Training Right for You?

To learn more about practical hands-on Dental Assistant career training and to explore whether the Dental Assistant program from IntelliTec College is right for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.

A helpful IntelliTec Admissions Advisor will assist with everything from career questions to financial aid and help you discover the perfect career path for you.

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IntelliTec College Locations

IntelliTec College has 4 accredited campus locations in Colorado Springs, CO, Grand Junction, CO, Pueblo, CO, and Albuquerque, NM. Each of our campuses provides a unique learning experience, helping you become a career-ready professional. Explore your career options today!

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