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104 2017-2018 Catalog Dental Assisting - Developmental Services DENTAL ASSISTING (MAJOR #R.4540.AS) ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE   Purpose: To provide a background in biodental sciences and practical training in dental office business procedures, chairside assisting, oral x-ray technology, coronal polish, and manipulation of dental materials.   DA 101 Dental Assisting 1 ..........................22 DA 102 Dental Assisting 2 ..........................13 DA 103 Dental Assisting 3 ............................3 Total Units 38 Advisor(s): Parento, S. Sorensen Additional Requirements: Completion of one year of high school computer keyboarding or the equivalent prior to completion of the dental assisting program. Completion of an AmericanHeart Association or American Red Cross approved CPR Healthcare Providers course prior to participation in DA 101. Students admitted to the dental assisting program are expected to maintain a 2.0, “C” average in their dental assisting courses. Failure to maintain a 2.0, “C” average in DA courses will result in termination from the program. Students are required to purchase malpractice insurance, personal protection equipment, radiology film holder, and designated clinic attire. Immunization for Hepatitis B is recommended. Radiology courses cannot be taken during pregnancy. Additional Information: 300 hours of supervised clinical training provides the student with an opportunity to refine his/her skills. Graduates of the DA program have both the theory and practical skills to enter the job market and to qualify to sit for the Registered Dental Assistants Examination offered by the Dental Board of California. The coronal polish and oral radiology courses are approved by the Dental Board of California. DENTAL ASSISTING (MAJOR #R.4540.CA ) CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT   Purpose: To provide a background in biodental sciences and practical training in dental office business procedures, chairside assisting, oral x-ray technology, coronal polish, and manipulation of dental materials.   DA 101 Dental Assisting 1 ..........................22 DA 102 Dental Assisting 2 ..........................13 DA 103 Dental Assisting 3 ............................3 Total Units 38 Advisor(s): Parento, S. Sorensen Additional Requirements: Completion of one year of high school computer keyboarding or the equivalent prior to completion of the dental assisting program. Completion of an American Heart Association or American Red Cross approved CPR Healthcare Providers course prior to participation in DA 101. Students admitted to the dental assisting program are expected to maintain a 2.0, “C” average in their dental assisting courses. Failure to maintain a 2.0, “C” average in DA courses will result in termination from the program. Students are required to purchase malpractice insurance, personal protection equipment, radiology film holder, and designated clinic attire. Immunization for Hepatitis B is recommended. Radiology courses cannot be taken during pregnancy. Additional Information: 300 hours of supervised clinical training provides the student with an opportunity to refine his/her skills. Graduates of the DA program have both the theory and practical skills to enter the job market and to qualify to sit for the Registered Dental Assistants Examination offered by the Dental Board of California. The coronal polish and oral radiology courses are approved by the Dental Board of California.   DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES CERTIFICATE IN DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES CERTIFICATE IN LIFE SKILLS COMMUNITY EMPHASIS CERTIFICATE (MAJOR #R.999A.CN ) The purpose of this certificate is to prepare students with a range of disabilities for greater independence and participation in their community. The student will learn the practical skills necessary for increasing their independence, ability to integrate more fully and take an active role within their community.   Upon Completing this certificate the student will be able to: • Articulate awareness about their rights and responsibilities in being a contributing citizen within their community. • Demonstrate appropriate interaction skills in social settings. • Demonstrate awareness of their individual health and life management needs.     Core Courses DEVSER 212 Health Management ....................... 2 DEVSER 213 Communication and Advocacy ....... 2 DEVSER 214 Government Basics ......................... 2 DEVSER 262 Group Interaction for Students with Disabilities .............................. 2 DEVSER 277 Adapted Computer Literacy ............ 2