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Professional Certifications

Graduates earn a Certificate of Completion and additional certifications in...

  • Pit and Fissure Sealants
  • Dental Radiation Safety
  • CPR
  • Coronal Polish
  • Infection Control
  • Dental Law and Ethics.

Graduates are also eligible to take the Dental Board of California Examination for state licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA).

The SJVC Dental Assisting program is approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Dental Board of California.

Earn a certificate in Dental Assisting in as few as 11 months. Classes forming now!

Train to Become a Dental Assistant

SJVC’s Dental Assistant program trains you in all aspects of working with a dentist, including patient care, and office and laboratory duties. Our balance of hands-on experience and classroom instruction prepares students with the dental assisting skills and related theory they’ll need to perform on the job.

Whether you use your Dental Assistant training for a career chair-side or in an administrative capacity, you will be well prepared at the program’s completion.

Learn how to schedule dental procedures and input dental records in patient management software. Get hands-on experience processing digital X-rays.

Dental Software

Dental Anatomy & Radiology

Administrative Support

Study the anatomy and blood supply of the head and neck and innervation of the teeth. Learn how to safely take dental X-rays, perform coronal polishing, and apply pit and fissure sealants.

Learn to prepare rooms and equipment for dentists and dental hygienists. Practice processing patient payments and submitting payment requests to dental insurance companies.

Job Placement Assistance

Our career services teams work with hundreds of employers who turn to SJVC to fill their open positions. With job search guidance, resume review, and interview tips, we can help you become the type of person that companies want to hire.

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Guaranteed Class Schedule

At SJVC, you get the classes you need so you can graduate on time. Since we offer morning, afternoon and evening classes, you can choose what works best for you. Many students continue to work and spend time with family while completing their program.

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Accelerated Programs

Our programs are focused on job skill training so you get fast-paced, quality preparation for your future career. You will take courses in 5 and 10 week terms that keep you focused on the important topics.

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3 Reasons Students Prefer SJVC

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