Im trying to start technical school. I have the option of working towards a diploma in Dental Assisting, technical certificate of credit in Dental Assisting, or an Associate in Pre-dental. Which one will allow me to get a job FAST. I plan on transfering to a 4 year college, but I want to complete 2 years @ a technical school so I can work in the field while working on my Bachelors in Dental Hygiene.
Whats the difference between a dental assisting diploma, technical certificate of credit, and a degree.?
get the dental assisting diploma. OR call local dentists and apply to be a DA some train on the job.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Dental Assisting Test?
I will be complete w/ my dental assisting classes in less than 2 months and very nervous about taking the State Board Exam, please help w/ any kind of personal experience of taking the test and what's on it, how long is it?? Any parts you wished you would have studied longer?? thanks!!!
Dental Assisting Test?
Since the Exam is divided into General Chairside, Infection Control and Radiology, you need to study EVERYTHING! LOL
If you're already working in a dental office, that didactic experience will help. If I remember correctly, you're given 3 hours for the exam.
I studied for 8 months prior to taking the exam...in addition to working full time in a dental office. My boss would 'quiz' me on what we were doing and why we were doing it... pop quizzes every day. By the time I took the exam, I was confident enough in myself that I would do well... and I did.
Good luck on the exam!
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Dental Assisting Test?
Since the Exam is divided into General Chairside, Infection Control and Radiology, you need to study EVERYTHING! LOL
If you're already working in a dental office, that didactic experience will help. If I remember correctly, you're given 3 hours for the exam.
I studied for 8 months prior to taking the exam...in addition to working full time in a dental office. My boss would 'quiz' me on what we were doing and why we were doing it... pop quizzes every day. By the time I took the exam, I was confident enough in myself that I would do well... and I did.
Good luck on the exam!
:)
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Dental assisting school?
There are so many to choose from. Is there a type of school that a dentist likes ie technical or career colleges ?
I don't want to waste time or money on a school that is not looked highly upon. I have been looking for ANY reviews on a Penn Foster career college and looking into there dental assisting online courses? Anyone know anything about them???? Thank you
Dental assisting school?
I'm a Dental Assistant and I went to a vocational dental assisting school, which allows some hands on training. I don't recommend an online course, which may be cheaper. It's not the same because you aren't getting hands on training with actual patients. Dentists might frown upon this when reviewing your resume. I would research schools very well, and make sure that you are getting the hands on training. If you don't work hands on in the school, you will be way behind once you get hired. What you read in a text book and actaully PERFORMING what you read about are soooo different. Good luck choosing a school!
Reply:no
Reply:Please steer clear from penn foster (and stratford career institute) as it's been under several different names in the past and has over 200 complaints to the bbb per http://www.ripoffreport.com (search 'penn foster')
And please stay away from those expensive private schools and instead look into the county vo-tech school(s) or community college(s) as long as the program is accredited within the industry.
For more career info: http://www.bls.gov/oco and search 'dental assistant'.
http://www.ada.org and search 'careers in dentistry'.
For US colleges: http://www.utexas.edu/world/univ
I don't want to waste time or money on a school that is not looked highly upon. I have been looking for ANY reviews on a Penn Foster career college and looking into there dental assisting online courses? Anyone know anything about them???? Thank you
Dental assisting school?
I'm a Dental Assistant and I went to a vocational dental assisting school, which allows some hands on training. I don't recommend an online course, which may be cheaper. It's not the same because you aren't getting hands on training with actual patients. Dentists might frown upon this when reviewing your resume. I would research schools very well, and make sure that you are getting the hands on training. If you don't work hands on in the school, you will be way behind once you get hired. What you read in a text book and actaully PERFORMING what you read about are soooo different. Good luck choosing a school!
Reply:no
Reply:Please steer clear from penn foster (and stratford career institute) as it's been under several different names in the past and has over 200 complaints to the bbb per http://www.ripoffreport.com (search 'penn foster')
And please stay away from those expensive private schools and instead look into the county vo-tech school(s) or community college(s) as long as the program is accredited within the industry.
For more career info: http://www.bls.gov/oco and search 'dental assistant'.
http://www.ada.org and search 'careers in dentistry'.
For US colleges: http://www.utexas.edu/world/univ
Dental Assisting Job Question?
I am planning on going back to school for Dental Assisting and I was wondering if I will be able to work in an other state after I receive my certification? Does anyone know?
Dental Assisting Job Question?
yes but you'll have to go take that state's license exam. the problem is that where ever you take the class, they will be teaching what is on that state's exam. so if you take the class in one state and the exam in another, there could be some things that get left out. it's all dentistry though.
Reply:I'm not sure about dentistry, but I'm an accounting major, and I know different states have different tests you have to pass. They're basically the same, but obviously some variations. I assume dentistry is similar.
Reply:Yes your certificate should carry you over. Make sure you have a good resume. If you want to do assisting as a temporary option, I think that's fine, (to get an income going). But if your smart, go for dental hygiene school. TRUST ME! Goodluck!
Reply:Laws vary from state to state. In New York, certification is not neccessary. If you are near NYC, our Fifth Avenue office is always looking for good people and we are willing to train.
Dental Assisting Job Question?
yes but you'll have to go take that state's license exam. the problem is that where ever you take the class, they will be teaching what is on that state's exam. so if you take the class in one state and the exam in another, there could be some things that get left out. it's all dentistry though.
Reply:I'm not sure about dentistry, but I'm an accounting major, and I know different states have different tests you have to pass. They're basically the same, but obviously some variations. I assume dentistry is similar.
Reply:Yes your certificate should carry you over. Make sure you have a good resume. If you want to do assisting as a temporary option, I think that's fine, (to get an income going). But if your smart, go for dental hygiene school. TRUST ME! Goodluck!
Reply:Laws vary from state to state. In New York, certification is not neccessary. If you are near NYC, our Fifth Avenue office is always looking for good people and we are willing to train.
Career: Dental Assisting?
Anyone here a Dental Assistant?
I am a Freshman at college and am looking to transfer colleges ASAP because the college i am at now "suddenly" decided not to offer it anymore! The new college i am going to i will be getting my Dental Assisting Diploma
I hear that some Dentists will just train their assistants?
Any comments?
Career: Dental Assisting?
Some states require that you have a Dental Assisting License in order to perform certain duties, and other states are looking at that as well. Being a current dental assistant without a license will not grandfather you in... you'd have to take the board exam like everyone else. In my state it's a class E felony if you get caught 'practicing without a license', as well as a hefty fine.
Once you get your diploma, you will be eligible to take the CDA exam through DANB, and if your state has licensure, go for it.
Some dentists do train their assistants, but it's a good idea to have the 'bookwork' in your brain as well.. then you'll know WHY you're doing something and not just doing it because someone told you to.
Good luck to you!
Reply:I am a dental assistant. I am not sure where you live, but in the US, yes some dentists to train their assistants, as well as in canada. BUT i caution you with this because one day it may become a regulated career and if.when this happens all the assistants without diplomas won't be able to work anymore. I would advise you to seek out going the school route if you can.
Reply:You can always get your AA degree first, then transfer. Make sure your school has an accredited program. Then make sure you take your RDA %26amp; CDA. The RDA is for each state, the CDA is nation wide. It's always better for you to have a liscence. You will know your job better and be more employable. Good Luck!
Reply:I was trained on the Job and assisted for many years before moving to office manager. As for not being able to work if regulations changed, very doubtful that will ever happen, and there would be grandfather clause anyways. I do think school is the best option now though, the diploma will give you wage bargaining power when your ready to get into the work field, and just having the training makes job search easier. Good luck to you!
I am a Freshman at college and am looking to transfer colleges ASAP because the college i am at now "suddenly" decided not to offer it anymore! The new college i am going to i will be getting my Dental Assisting Diploma
I hear that some Dentists will just train their assistants?
Any comments?
Career: Dental Assisting?
Some states require that you have a Dental Assisting License in order to perform certain duties, and other states are looking at that as well. Being a current dental assistant without a license will not grandfather you in... you'd have to take the board exam like everyone else. In my state it's a class E felony if you get caught 'practicing without a license', as well as a hefty fine.
Once you get your diploma, you will be eligible to take the CDA exam through DANB, and if your state has licensure, go for it.
Some dentists do train their assistants, but it's a good idea to have the 'bookwork' in your brain as well.. then you'll know WHY you're doing something and not just doing it because someone told you to.
Good luck to you!
Reply:I am a dental assistant. I am not sure where you live, but in the US, yes some dentists to train their assistants, as well as in canada. BUT i caution you with this because one day it may become a regulated career and if.when this happens all the assistants without diplomas won't be able to work anymore. I would advise you to seek out going the school route if you can.
Reply:You can always get your AA degree first, then transfer. Make sure your school has an accredited program. Then make sure you take your RDA %26amp; CDA. The RDA is for each state, the CDA is nation wide. It's always better for you to have a liscence. You will know your job better and be more employable. Good Luck!
Reply:I was trained on the Job and assisted for many years before moving to office manager. As for not being able to work if regulations changed, very doubtful that will ever happen, and there would be grandfather clause anyways. I do think school is the best option now though, the diploma will give you wage bargaining power when your ready to get into the work field, and just having the training makes job search easier. Good luck to you!
Dental Assisting On-Line Classes?
Anyone here know of any On-Line Dental Assisting Classes they are not fake? How do i go about looking for a Class online and how can i know for sure that it will go into credit for a Degree/Certificate?
Also ... Would Dentists perfer On-Line Classes Credit or more Hands on Credit (as in going to a Tech School for a Dental Assitant Class)
Dental Assisting On-Line Classes?
Do NOT waste your money on the on-line schooling for Dental assisting..It's a joke and a waste. You won't be able to learn the practial aspect of assisting from an on-line course. A doctor would more then likely not hire someone who did an on-line course. It would be like hiring someone off the street with zero experiance...Go to a Community college or Tech school
Reply:Penn Foster career school. Its not a joke, i was a bit nervous but its awesome for a good price. They send you books, flashcards, tools, everything...I do wish i had the hands on experience, but as long as you are good with the whole online thing, its a great school! Report It
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Also ... Would Dentists perfer On-Line Classes Credit or more Hands on Credit (as in going to a Tech School for a Dental Assitant Class)
Dental Assisting On-Line Classes?
Do NOT waste your money on the on-line schooling for Dental assisting..It's a joke and a waste. You won't be able to learn the practial aspect of assisting from an on-line course. A doctor would more then likely not hire someone who did an on-line course. It would be like hiring someone off the street with zero experiance...Go to a Community college or Tech school
Reply:Penn Foster career school. Its not a joke, i was a bit nervous but its awesome for a good price. They send you books, flashcards, tools, everything...I do wish i had the hands on experience, but as long as you are good with the whole online thing, its a great school! Report It
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Dental Assisting question?
Theres a local dental assisting school called dats in west palm beach,fl its not a nationally accredtied program ,but gives you the job skills to be a dental assistant.Should i do this program or not .will i be able to find work with this ,how can i later be ceertified as a dental assistant HELP!!!!!!!
Dental Assisting question?
It depends on the type of job you want and where you live. I worked in a university as a dental assistant. I had to be a certified assistant in order to get the job, plus that job payed more than working for dentists in private practice. If you worked full time you even got benefits, which is very rare in private practice. In fact, I have never heard of it, except for getting discounts on dental care.
Years ago, when I applied to the dental hygiene program, I had to be a dental assistant plus have one year's work experience. Dental assistants that graduated from an accredited college were preferred.
I think it is always better to go to an accredited program.
Reply:I would go to a reputable school. If you're going to invest all your money and time into it, better make sure it's a respected school.
Reply:I was a dental assistant before becoming a hygienist. I never went to school...I learned on the job. In my experience going to school to be trained in almost useless. They teach procedures using very specific materials that not every dentist uses. Each dentist works very differently and has preferences. Assisting school will teach you the basics...but it's a lot of money to spend on something that will take you a couple weeks to learn on the job. Many dentists would prefer to train you the way they want you to work with them.
Hope that helps
Dental Assisting question?
It depends on the type of job you want and where you live. I worked in a university as a dental assistant. I had to be a certified assistant in order to get the job, plus that job payed more than working for dentists in private practice. If you worked full time you even got benefits, which is very rare in private practice. In fact, I have never heard of it, except for getting discounts on dental care.
Years ago, when I applied to the dental hygiene program, I had to be a dental assistant plus have one year's work experience. Dental assistants that graduated from an accredited college were preferred.
I think it is always better to go to an accredited program.
Reply:I would go to a reputable school. If you're going to invest all your money and time into it, better make sure it's a respected school.
Reply:I was a dental assistant before becoming a hygienist. I never went to school...I learned on the job. In my experience going to school to be trained in almost useless. They teach procedures using very specific materials that not every dentist uses. Each dentist works very differently and has preferences. Assisting school will teach you the basics...but it's a lot of money to spend on something that will take you a couple weeks to learn on the job. Many dentists would prefer to train you the way they want you to work with them.
Hope that helps
Dental Assisting Job - Asking if applications are being accepted?
I recently took a course in dental assisting. I found an office that I might want to work for. I have a resume ready but I would like to call ahead instead. How do I call a dental office to ask if they're accepting applications? What exactly should I say over the phone?
I'm very new to the health industry and do not know the appropriate way to ask. My dental class was a little short with how to actually "look" for a job. So all help and advice would be greatly appreciated!
Dental Assisting Job - Asking if applications are being accepted?
First look to see if they have a web presence, you may be able to see if they have a job posting.
Next, if not on the web. Dress nicely as if for an interview, go in introduce yourself and present your resume.
But first, if at all possible I might do a spy mission; book an appointment for consultation and see if you like the place and the people you might be working for and with. If you like it, after the consultation, present resume (be sure to look professional also).
Remember when looking for a job, you are interviewing them as much as they are you. You want to get a job where you will be happy, as well as making money.
Reply:Its better if you apply on-line or person.Hi i was wondering if the such and such position is still open and here goes my resume etc(don't forget the cover letter).
I'm very new to the health industry and do not know the appropriate way to ask. My dental class was a little short with how to actually "look" for a job. So all help and advice would be greatly appreciated!
Dental Assisting Job - Asking if applications are being accepted?
First look to see if they have a web presence, you may be able to see if they have a job posting.
Next, if not on the web. Dress nicely as if for an interview, go in introduce yourself and present your resume.
But first, if at all possible I might do a spy mission; book an appointment for consultation and see if you like the place and the people you might be working for and with. If you like it, after the consultation, present resume (be sure to look professional also).
Remember when looking for a job, you are interviewing them as much as they are you. You want to get a job where you will be happy, as well as making money.
Reply:Its better if you apply on-line or person.Hi i was wondering if the such and such position is still open and here goes my resume etc(don't forget the cover letter).
Dental assisting before hygienest?
Should I take Dental Assisting prior to doing the Dental Hygienest program or should i go straight to dental dental hygiene? Are there any advantages in becoming an assistant first?
Dental assisting before hygienest?
I would say that there are not really any advantages. It would give you the very slightest "leg up" on some classmates to have a clinical sense and know the names of a few things, but the 2 or 3 years of lost income would NEVER be replaced.
If you are able to start a hygiene program now, just do it and don't look back.
Reply:I would recommend going straight to hygiene school. First of all, the pay is much better. Second, you can always be trained on the job as an assistant after you become a hygienist. Third, as a hygienist you have the freedom to work on your own (assistants usually work one-on-one with the dentist).
Good luck on becoming a hygienist. I really love my job. But, keep the option of nursing open, too... I've heard there are more job openings for nursing (and you don't have to take another state board exam if you move).
Reply:Go straight to dental hygiene program. there is no advantage in becoming an assistant first.
Dental assisting before hygienest?
I would say that there are not really any advantages. It would give you the very slightest "leg up" on some classmates to have a clinical sense and know the names of a few things, but the 2 or 3 years of lost income would NEVER be replaced.
If you are able to start a hygiene program now, just do it and don't look back.
Reply:I would recommend going straight to hygiene school. First of all, the pay is much better. Second, you can always be trained on the job as an assistant after you become a hygienist. Third, as a hygienist you have the freedom to work on your own (assistants usually work one-on-one with the dentist).
Good luck on becoming a hygienist. I really love my job. But, keep the option of nursing open, too... I've heard there are more job openings for nursing (and you don't have to take another state board exam if you move).
Reply:Go straight to dental hygiene program. there is no advantage in becoming an assistant first.
Taking dental assisting and hygiene in college?
I have a question about what I should do. Last month I applied for dental assisting at a college its a one year program. But now I want to do dental hygiene which is a 2 year program and I applied for it today. The problem is tomorrow is the application deadline so I might not get into hygiene this year.
I was thinking if I get accepted in assisting but not hygiene should I still take dental assisting this year then try to get in hygiene next year? Or take a year off school and try applying next year for hygiene?
Also if I get accepted in both assisting and hygiene this year should I take assisting then hygiene or just go straight to hygiene?
I know it sounds confusing but I just want to make sure I make the right choice thanks.
Taking dental assisting and hygiene in college?
Well, if you know that you want to be in hygiene eventually, going to assisting school will only help you. Try to get into the hygiene program and see what they say. If you don't get in, assisting school can be looked at as progress toward your goal. If you don't get into the hygiene program at all, you'll be able to work as an assistant permanently or until you DO get into a program. It's always better to get more education. Best of luck to you.
Reply:If you get into hygiene I would just go with that. If you cant this year then do the assisting class. It would be a good start and you will be a step ahead for next year when you do hygiene. It will definitetly help and wont be a waste of time. You can get a head start. Theres alot you will learn taking an assisting course that you will also learn in a hygiene course.
Reply:go for hygiene....it has a higher pay and u get to do more tasks than an assistant....u learn more stuff
Reply:I actually applied for Dental Hygiene at 4 different colleges, rejected by all, sadly. You have to complete all the prerequisites before you apply so you can have the full total points. They do not accept work in progress, you're eligible to apply, but you're not competitive enough.
Apply to hygiene, if rejected, gain the experience of a DA. Too bad in California, DA certification does not give you any points toward DH anymore. There are over 300 applicants, and the school only accepts 30.
I say... take the year and take General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and all that biology and chemistry classes.
Reply:Dental hygiene programs are oversubscribed usually. Your chances of getting accepted are slimmer if you don't fulfill all the prerequesites and do great on the admission test. Therefore, it is wise to go for the Dental assisting program first and attempt to get into dental hygiene next year. Dental assisting will help you to understand the field, gain experience, and help you to prepare for dental hygiene. Good luck.
Reply:I think you should consult the school's guidance counselor. They are really the best informed in making decisions of that nature.
Reply:The dental hygiene is where the $$ is. But a year of assisting certainly would give you a head start and greater knowledge of the mouth before taking dental hygiene. Do both, you won't regret it.
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I was thinking if I get accepted in assisting but not hygiene should I still take dental assisting this year then try to get in hygiene next year? Or take a year off school and try applying next year for hygiene?
Also if I get accepted in both assisting and hygiene this year should I take assisting then hygiene or just go straight to hygiene?
I know it sounds confusing but I just want to make sure I make the right choice thanks.
Taking dental assisting and hygiene in college?
Well, if you know that you want to be in hygiene eventually, going to assisting school will only help you. Try to get into the hygiene program and see what they say. If you don't get in, assisting school can be looked at as progress toward your goal. If you don't get into the hygiene program at all, you'll be able to work as an assistant permanently or until you DO get into a program. It's always better to get more education. Best of luck to you.
Reply:If you get into hygiene I would just go with that. If you cant this year then do the assisting class. It would be a good start and you will be a step ahead for next year when you do hygiene. It will definitetly help and wont be a waste of time. You can get a head start. Theres alot you will learn taking an assisting course that you will also learn in a hygiene course.
Reply:go for hygiene....it has a higher pay and u get to do more tasks than an assistant....u learn more stuff
Reply:I actually applied for Dental Hygiene at 4 different colleges, rejected by all, sadly. You have to complete all the prerequisites before you apply so you can have the full total points. They do not accept work in progress, you're eligible to apply, but you're not competitive enough.
Apply to hygiene, if rejected, gain the experience of a DA. Too bad in California, DA certification does not give you any points toward DH anymore. There are over 300 applicants, and the school only accepts 30.
I say... take the year and take General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and all that biology and chemistry classes.
Reply:Dental hygiene programs are oversubscribed usually. Your chances of getting accepted are slimmer if you don't fulfill all the prerequesites and do great on the admission test. Therefore, it is wise to go for the Dental assisting program first and attempt to get into dental hygiene next year. Dental assisting will help you to understand the field, gain experience, and help you to prepare for dental hygiene. Good luck.
Reply:I think you should consult the school's guidance counselor. They are really the best informed in making decisions of that nature.
Reply:The dental hygiene is where the $$ is. But a year of assisting certainly would give you a head start and greater knowledge of the mouth before taking dental hygiene. Do both, you won't regret it.
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Dental assisting?
I would like to be a dental assistant in the state of Indiana. But I dont have the money to attend schooling. Does any one know if dentist will hire you and give you on the job training? Or do you have any suggestions about getting grants or free schooling. Someone please help.
Dental assisting?
you can get grants to help pay for the schooling but it wont pay for all of it
Reply:You need to be certified before you can be hired. You could really hurt someone by not knowing what you are doing. And, there is the issue of liability. That dentist would be in a would of hurt.
Look into which school(s) you would like to attend. Then talk to a counselor their and their financial aid department. They should be able to give you alternative resources in addition to any of the services they provide.
Good luck!
Reply:some dentist will pay for you to get your assisting certification and x-ray certification, i dont know the laws on dental assisting in Indiana but where i'm from you can still do alot without your certification.
Reply:Most states allow on the job training but you do need to be certified to take x rays and do many of the other components of the job. My advice would be to find a dentist who will give you training on the job (if allowed in your state) and see if he will pay for the certifications you need or maybe he will take a small amount out of your pay check each week towards the classes/testing. You can also contact DANB (dental assistants national board) at www.danb.org they can tell you everything you need to know. Hope this helps, good luck dental assisting is a great job.
Reply:melebop is correct. I don't know of any state that REQUIRES any certification to be a dental assistant, although I also don't know of any that allow you to take x-rays WITHOUT an x-ray license. (Check with your own state board for local regulations, though.) An x-ray license would be helpful, but courses to obtain that are relatively inexpensive at VoTech schools. I'd suggest that you delay this, though, until you have a year or so on the job.
Personally, I am not impressed with the "CDA" as much as I am with the PERSON I would be hiring. Having a CDA means that the candidate has made a solid career commitment and speaks the language, but without any on the job experience, the CDA doesn't know a heck of a lot that can't be trained within a couple of weeks.
I hire based on what can NOT be taught, like personality, maturity, good values, good taste and a good work ethic. THEN we start teaching the technical bits that will make you a good dental assistant.
Dental assisting?
you can get grants to help pay for the schooling but it wont pay for all of it
Reply:You need to be certified before you can be hired. You could really hurt someone by not knowing what you are doing. And, there is the issue of liability. That dentist would be in a would of hurt.
Look into which school(s) you would like to attend. Then talk to a counselor their and their financial aid department. They should be able to give you alternative resources in addition to any of the services they provide.
Good luck!
Reply:some dentist will pay for you to get your assisting certification and x-ray certification, i dont know the laws on dental assisting in Indiana but where i'm from you can still do alot without your certification.
Reply:Most states allow on the job training but you do need to be certified to take x rays and do many of the other components of the job. My advice would be to find a dentist who will give you training on the job (if allowed in your state) and see if he will pay for the certifications you need or maybe he will take a small amount out of your pay check each week towards the classes/testing. You can also contact DANB (dental assistants national board) at www.danb.org they can tell you everything you need to know. Hope this helps, good luck dental assisting is a great job.
Reply:melebop is correct. I don't know of any state that REQUIRES any certification to be a dental assistant, although I also don't know of any that allow you to take x-rays WITHOUT an x-ray license. (Check with your own state board for local regulations, though.) An x-ray license would be helpful, but courses to obtain that are relatively inexpensive at VoTech schools. I'd suggest that you delay this, though, until you have a year or so on the job.
Personally, I am not impressed with the "CDA" as much as I am with the PERSON I would be hiring. Having a CDA means that the candidate has made a solid career commitment and speaks the language, but without any on the job experience, the CDA doesn't know a heck of a lot that can't be trained within a couple of weeks.
I hire based on what can NOT be taught, like personality, maturity, good values, good taste and a good work ethic. THEN we start teaching the technical bits that will make you a good dental assistant.
Dental assisting?
I've been a stay at home mom for quite a few years and want to go to school to be a dental assistant am I to old (almost 34). Is this a good career choice.
Dental assisting?
Heck no! Pays very good if you have schooling its a 2 year course, or their are plenty of dentists out there that will train you.
In the state of IL you do not need a certificate, but other states do require certification. Check it out-maybe even Hygiene that pays even better.
Reply:you are not too old, do it.
Reply:Heck no, you aren't too old. I'm 33 and have checked into a lot of online classes. This particular one starts in Oct and it's close enough to drive to when I need to. I'd rather GO to class myself but with 2 kids a job and no hubby.......I think the online ones are the thing for me for a little while.
Reply:You're never too old!! I'm a SAHM as well, and I'm going for my accounting degree now. Dental Assisting is a relatively fast certification to get. If you want to be done quicker, there are even accelerated courses available in most schools. You may want to look into a couple of schools while you are still debating your decision. Sometimes it can take a while to get the ball rolling. Plus some of the school counselors could also help to ease your concerns. They have more experience in that matter.
Reply:No, you are not to old go for it. The perks of being a dental assistant are that you have set hours and are off on every holiday so that you can spend time with your family. The pay is not the greatest but if you have been a stay a home mom any job pays better. I do feel that this is a field that you can advance in. I wonder how long is the program? I think that you should at least try it good luck have you ever thought about becoming a hygienist they make more money and its not that much more school so schools offer two year programs.
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Reply:it is a good choice but i whent to school to be a dental asst. it is hard work atleast in the class but is worth it good luck
Reply:Although you can not advertise it this way, I always prefer to hire a more mature person when I hire. They are more focused on the job instead of their social life and more comfortable around people. These are two PRIME attributes of an "older" employee. Now, if you've had your tubes tied, you're perfect!
Reply:You are never too old. Some schools are two yrs and some have 9mth courses. I started out as an assistant and after 3 yrs I became office manager and here I am same dds for 121/2 yrs. Good luck
Reply:As a dental assistant my self, I think you are a perfect age to be a great assistant. Because you have kids are able to muli-task, be sensitive to children and adults needs, be committed and focused to a doctor, and more than likely be settled in your life to be at a office for a long time, something alot of dentist look for.....why train someone who is on the fly and may or may not be there in a year or whatever! You will love your job if you like to stay busy, and handle always being behind, that is the life of an assistant!! Good Luck
Reply:it is a good career choice.... go 4 it...
Reply:You are never too old. I am a dental assistant and love it. I attended a dental program for about a year and then took exams for licenses. I think it is a very rewarding career.
Reply:I have been a Dental asst in a special needs clinic for 6 yrs and was trained on the job. There are some offices that may find this helpful, as they can train you in the way that particular Dentist likes to work.
I definitely recommend it as a job, it's very rewarding.
Good luck
Dental assisting?
Heck no! Pays very good if you have schooling its a 2 year course, or their are plenty of dentists out there that will train you.
In the state of IL you do not need a certificate, but other states do require certification. Check it out-maybe even Hygiene that pays even better.
Reply:you are not too old, do it.
Reply:Heck no, you aren't too old. I'm 33 and have checked into a lot of online classes. This particular one starts in Oct and it's close enough to drive to when I need to. I'd rather GO to class myself but with 2 kids a job and no hubby.......I think the online ones are the thing for me for a little while.
Reply:You're never too old!! I'm a SAHM as well, and I'm going for my accounting degree now. Dental Assisting is a relatively fast certification to get. If you want to be done quicker, there are even accelerated courses available in most schools. You may want to look into a couple of schools while you are still debating your decision. Sometimes it can take a while to get the ball rolling. Plus some of the school counselors could also help to ease your concerns. They have more experience in that matter.
Reply:No, you are not to old go for it. The perks of being a dental assistant are that you have set hours and are off on every holiday so that you can spend time with your family. The pay is not the greatest but if you have been a stay a home mom any job pays better. I do feel that this is a field that you can advance in. I wonder how long is the program? I think that you should at least try it good luck have you ever thought about becoming a hygienist they make more money and its not that much more school so schools offer two year programs.
Amy T
Reply:it is a good choice but i whent to school to be a dental asst. it is hard work atleast in the class but is worth it good luck
Reply:Although you can not advertise it this way, I always prefer to hire a more mature person when I hire. They are more focused on the job instead of their social life and more comfortable around people. These are two PRIME attributes of an "older" employee. Now, if you've had your tubes tied, you're perfect!
Reply:You are never too old. Some schools are two yrs and some have 9mth courses. I started out as an assistant and after 3 yrs I became office manager and here I am same dds for 121/2 yrs. Good luck
Reply:As a dental assistant my self, I think you are a perfect age to be a great assistant. Because you have kids are able to muli-task, be sensitive to children and adults needs, be committed and focused to a doctor, and more than likely be settled in your life to be at a office for a long time, something alot of dentist look for.....why train someone who is on the fly and may or may not be there in a year or whatever! You will love your job if you like to stay busy, and handle always being behind, that is the life of an assistant!! Good Luck
Reply:it is a good career choice.... go 4 it...
Reply:You are never too old. I am a dental assistant and love it. I attended a dental program for about a year and then took exams for licenses. I think it is a very rewarding career.
Reply:I have been a Dental asst in a special needs clinic for 6 yrs and was trained on the job. There are some offices that may find this helpful, as they can train you in the way that particular Dentist likes to work.
I definitely recommend it as a job, it's very rewarding.
Good luck
Dental Assisting!?
Dental Assistant/Hygienist
Is there a difference?
I am a Freshman College student. I am transfering Colleges to become a Dental Assistant. I am wanting to know how do i go about becoming a Dental Assistant. I heard that sometimes the Dentists just train you there?
I am also thinking about getting my Dental Assistant Diploma.
Any thoughts?
Thanks in advance!
Dental Assisting!?
Hi, I'm a dentist.
Dental assistants are mostly trained on the job, but you can make more money starting out by being a certified dental assistant, which requires very little post-secondary education.
A dental hygienist usually completes a bachelor's degree program before applying to hygiene school. Hygiene school is another two years of college.
I hope that helps.
Reply:at least here in FL there is a difference between a dental assistant and a Hygenist...the first can take a few short weeks to a couple of months, the latter can take a few years or so. depends where you live, and there are places that you can apprentice or that encourage or offer incentives for people looking to advance their education and knowledge along these lines. like i said, it depends on the area. check with your local employment and career shop for funding and programs available, and ask around at different dentist offices. you might be surprised all the valulable info they volunteer.
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Is there a difference?
I am a Freshman College student. I am transfering Colleges to become a Dental Assistant. I am wanting to know how do i go about becoming a Dental Assistant. I heard that sometimes the Dentists just train you there?
I am also thinking about getting my Dental Assistant Diploma.
Any thoughts?
Thanks in advance!
Dental Assisting!?
Hi, I'm a dentist.
Dental assistants are mostly trained on the job, but you can make more money starting out by being a certified dental assistant, which requires very little post-secondary education.
A dental hygienist usually completes a bachelor's degree program before applying to hygiene school. Hygiene school is another two years of college.
I hope that helps.
Reply:at least here in FL there is a difference between a dental assistant and a Hygenist...the first can take a few short weeks to a couple of months, the latter can take a few years or so. depends where you live, and there are places that you can apprentice or that encourage or offer incentives for people looking to advance their education and knowledge along these lines. like i said, it depends on the area. check with your local employment and career shop for funding and programs available, and ask around at different dentist offices. you might be surprised all the valulable info they volunteer.
Reply:Dental Plans
http://ad.zanox.com/ppc/?8060758C5558889...
this one is very cheap and good.I have used it for 3 years!
Dental assisting?
im gonna start training for dental assisting soon.. and i was wondering if other students will be looking in my mouth??
like practice on someone..
Dental assisting?
yes students will be looking in your mouth and vice versa. Im attending dental assisting classes now and doing impressions in other's mouth's and using the suctioning tools in each others mouth! You'll love it thou! GOOD LUCK!
Tooth Ache
like practice on someone..
Dental assisting?
yes students will be looking in your mouth and vice versa. Im attending dental assisting classes now and doing impressions in other's mouth's and using the suctioning tools in each others mouth! You'll love it thou! GOOD LUCK!
Tooth Ache
Dental Assisting?
I live in Utah and in this State it doesn't Require to be Licensed.My Question is I'm going to a Community College to take the Dental Assisting Program.Does anywhere out there know how much I can make as a Dental Assistant in Utah after I graduate?
Dental Assisting?
Your instructors should have an answer for this one...
But, you could call local offices in your area, tell them what you're doing, and inquire about the 'entry-level' starting salary.
Best of luck with your new career! I've been a DA for a long time, and I still love it. It's not a 'job', it's a profession, so be proud of what you will accomplish after your studies are over... and don't be afraid of continuring education... with it usually comes increases in salary.
:)
Reply:call the board of dentistry in utah and ask for info
and list of certified schools
good luck
Reply:once you are in the program you can ask your instructors, they should have a good idea of the pay scale.
good luck!
Reply:I was a dental assistant and did not make much....I had no degree in it though. I made around $9 and hour in Illinois. Cost of living where I am at is lower though. I did not like it one bit. Too much blood for me and the doctors were very hard on the assistants.
Dental Assisting?
Your instructors should have an answer for this one...
But, you could call local offices in your area, tell them what you're doing, and inquire about the 'entry-level' starting salary.
Best of luck with your new career! I've been a DA for a long time, and I still love it. It's not a 'job', it's a profession, so be proud of what you will accomplish after your studies are over... and don't be afraid of continuring education... with it usually comes increases in salary.
:)
Reply:call the board of dentistry in utah and ask for info
and list of certified schools
good luck
Reply:once you are in the program you can ask your instructors, they should have a good idea of the pay scale.
good luck!
Reply:I was a dental assistant and did not make much....I had no degree in it though. I made around $9 and hour in Illinois. Cost of living where I am at is lower though. I did not like it one bit. Too much blood for me and the doctors were very hard on the assistants.
Dental assisting???
So I'm thinking about going to a a program called the Academy of Dental Assisting in Ky to become a dental assistant. Has anyone heard of this program? How much will I earn as a dental assistant?
Dental assisting???
I have not heard about that program, but if I were you, I would check with your local community college. They should be able to push you into the right direction for that program (whether they offer it or not). They can give you some pointers, let you talk with current students and help you with the details you need in order to get in.
Check salary.com to see what the pay rate is in your area. You can check to see what the average person in this field makes with the same background.
Good Luck.
Reply:Great career choice. I am not sure how much you earn but I say a hell of a lot more than McDonalds pays
Reply:my girlfriend just completed a program for Dental Assistant at Bryman College in Los angeles. Its a really good program, even before she graduated she had 3 job offers, if i'm not mistaken the starting wage is about $17.00-22.00/hr, i can double check that for you ....fibros@yahoo.com
Reply:I would look on the website for the American Dental Association (ADA) under 'careers in dentistry' and then 'dental team careers' and look for their listing of ADA accredited schools. If you have a county vo-tech school or community college nearby, they may have a dental assistant program which may be a lot less expensive than the school you mentioned which sounds like privately owned and who knows if it's accredited. Please steer clear from those 'online schools' such as penn foster and stratford career as most employers don't find them to be reputable.
Dental assisting???
I have not heard about that program, but if I were you, I would check with your local community college. They should be able to push you into the right direction for that program (whether they offer it or not). They can give you some pointers, let you talk with current students and help you with the details you need in order to get in.
Check salary.com to see what the pay rate is in your area. You can check to see what the average person in this field makes with the same background.
Good Luck.
Reply:Great career choice. I am not sure how much you earn but I say a hell of a lot more than McDonalds pays
Reply:my girlfriend just completed a program for Dental Assistant at Bryman College in Los angeles. Its a really good program, even before she graduated she had 3 job offers, if i'm not mistaken the starting wage is about $17.00-22.00/hr, i can double check that for you ....fibros@yahoo.com
Reply:I would look on the website for the American Dental Association (ADA) under 'careers in dentistry' and then 'dental team careers' and look for their listing of ADA accredited schools. If you have a county vo-tech school or community college nearby, they may have a dental assistant program which may be a lot less expensive than the school you mentioned which sounds like privately owned and who knows if it's accredited. Please steer clear from those 'online schools' such as penn foster and stratford career as most employers don't find them to be reputable.
Dental assisting?
i am going through a dilemma. right now, i am going to college to become a teacher. i am MISERABLE at the college i am attending and i plan on transferring out of here when this semester ends. my career path has also changed- i want to become a dental assitant. there is a career center back home where i could take classes to be one- it lasts 15 weeks. i've always had dental hygeine and dental assisting in the back of my head, but i wanted to see how i liked teaching before i thought about it. would a 4 month dental assisting program be accredited? it's at my local vocational school. do dentists usually hire 19-20 year old girls? thanks :(
Dental assisting?
First of all....yes, dentists hire young girls all of the time, so your age isn't a factor. You should probably investigate dental hygiene school if you are college material. The pay scale is twice what an assistant makes and your hours are more flexible. On the other hand, you might become a dental assistant first [easier course load] and then continue on with your education and become a hygienist. I've had/encouraged 2 of my chairside assistants to do just that.
Reply:?
Reply:As a Registered Dental Assistant and a licensed dental assisting instructor, I can sooooooo anwser this question!
A fifteen week course in dental assisting will surely get your foot in the door at a dental office. You'll be at entry-level and would need to work your way up. Depending on the rules and regs in your state, you could get your DANB certification and/or state licensure. If you go to www.DANB.org, and type in your state, you'll see the requrements needed.. Just be careful; not all schools/vocational programs are accredited by the Education Department.
As far as dentists hiring girls your age: of course the will! There's nothing like getting a 'fresh' student/graduate who's willing to learn the profession and is trainable.
But as Doc said, dental hygiene is where the money is... but you have to want to do it. Try assisting first and see how you like it, then you can decide later!
Best of luck to you!
Dental assisting?
First of all....yes, dentists hire young girls all of the time, so your age isn't a factor. You should probably investigate dental hygiene school if you are college material. The pay scale is twice what an assistant makes and your hours are more flexible. On the other hand, you might become a dental assistant first [easier course load] and then continue on with your education and become a hygienist. I've had/encouraged 2 of my chairside assistants to do just that.
Reply:?
Reply:As a Registered Dental Assistant and a licensed dental assisting instructor, I can sooooooo anwser this question!
A fifteen week course in dental assisting will surely get your foot in the door at a dental office. You'll be at entry-level and would need to work your way up. Depending on the rules and regs in your state, you could get your DANB certification and/or state licensure. If you go to www.DANB.org, and type in your state, you'll see the requrements needed.. Just be careful; not all schools/vocational programs are accredited by the Education Department.
As far as dentists hiring girls your age: of course the will! There's nothing like getting a 'fresh' student/graduate who's willing to learn the profession and is trainable.
But as Doc said, dental hygiene is where the money is... but you have to want to do it. Try assisting first and see how you like it, then you can decide later!
Best of luck to you!
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