Introduction to Dental Assisting (DAST 1401)
This first course in the program is designed to present an overview of the dental profession including a brief history of dentistry, discussion of dental team members and their roles, legalities, ethics, continued competency and life-long learning. Additionally, a unit of dental and medical terminology provides the student with the basic “language of dentistry” for the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).
This course is part of the Certified Dental Assisting (Distance) program.
This course is part of the Certified Dental Assisting (Distance) program.
Course code: DAST 1401
Credits: 1.5
Tuition: $0
Length: 45.0 hours
Course outline:
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DAST 1401 schedule for programs:
- DASD
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
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70864 | September 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Lo Yan, Ling |
71370 | October 1, 2024 to January 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Lo Yan, Ling |
71386 | November 1, 2024 to February 28, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Lo Yan, Ling |
71402 | December 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Lo Yan, Ling |
41267 | January 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Lo Yan, Ling |
41283 | February 1, 2025 to May 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Lo Yan, Ling |
41447 | March 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Lo Yan, Ling |
Additional Information
- The Dental Team
- Delivery of Care
- Professionalism
- Legalities and Ethics
- Dental Terminology
- Head and Neck Anatomy
A challenge exam is offered for this course.
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.