PROGRAM OUTLINE
The Dental Reception Coordinator program is offered on a full time basis, over two terms. Term 1 consists of theory, while Term 2 consists of theory and clinical dental radiography.
The theory courses are presented through lectures, small group discussions, seminars, online activities, assigned readings, self-study and dental management software. Clinical radiography skills are presented and practiced in the dental clinic. The clinical competencies are developed on manikins, peers, and patients. Acquisition of computer and radiography skills are enhanced through
practicum rotations to dental practices.
5MONTH PROGRAM
2TERMS
DAY TIME CLASSES
PARTI-10MONTH PROGRAM
Pacific Health Institute offers an unique 10 month educational experience. Carefully designed by a nationally recognized instructor with the input of dentists and certified dental assistants, this career program will help you gain the life-long skills you need to get started as a successful dental healthcare professional.
CLASSROOM LABS & CLINICAL STUDY
1MONTH PRACTIUM
DAY TIME CLASSES
PARTII-BECOME CERTIFIED
THE NDAEB EXAM
In order to practice as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) in BC, graduates from an approved dental assisting program must seek certification from the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia (CDSBC). CDSBC is the regulatory body of CDAs in BC. The Dental Assisting Program at Pacific Health Institute (PHI) is approved by CDSBC and for graduates of this program, along with a criminal record check, both the National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) Written Exam and Clinical Practice Evaluation (CPE) must be successfully completed. Graduates from PHI’s program will be eligible candidates for both of these NDAEB exams and preparation for them will be included in the curriculum along with the preparation of all the legal duties that will be assigned to them as CDAs.