Dental Reception (DAST 1513)

In this course the student is introduced to dental office management. The concepts of appointment control, treatment planning, accounting, and dental insurance are discussed. Written and verbal office communication with patients is explored.
Course code: DAST 1513
Credits: 2.5
Length: 75.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=DAST&number=1513

Schedule 1†

DAST 1513 schedule for programs:

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
41279January 1, 2025
to April 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Online, No Class Times
  Location: Online		Lo Yan, Ling
41295February 1, 2025
to May 31, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Online, No Class Times
  Location: Online		Lo Yan, Ling
41459March 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Online, No Class Times
  Location: Online		Lo Yan, Ling
42979April 1, 2025
to July 31, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Online, No Class Times
  Location: Online		Lo Yan, Ling
61525May 1, 2025
to August 31, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Online, No Class Times
  Location: Online		Au-Wong, Elaine
61543June 1, 2025
to September 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Online, No Class Times
  Location: Online		Au-Wong, Elaine
61560July 1, 2025
to October 31, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Online, No Class Times
  Location: Online		Au-Wong, Elaine
61576August 1, 2025
to November 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Online, No Class Times
  Location: Online		Au-Wong, Elaine

Schedule 2†

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
70203September 2, 2025
to December 15, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Online, No Class Times
  Location: Online		Parisotto, Heidi

Additional Information

  • Office communication
  • Appointment Control
  • Recall Systems
  • Patient Accounts
  • Dental Insurance Claims
  • Financial Records
  • Filing and Supply Systems

PLAR is assessed through a challenge exam.

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.