Dental Assistant Course Details
Curriculum and Student Resources
Baton Rouge Dental Assistant Academy’s mission is to provide our students with a comprehensive education covering all of the topics and procedures they will encounter in their new careers. Topics covered in our course include:
- Sterilization and Infection Control
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Moisture Control
- Dental Anatomy and Physiology
- Radiology
- Charting
- Dental Instruments
- Restorative Techniques
- Proper Oral Hygiene
- Preventative Care (including sealants)
- Procedural Post-Operative Instructions
- CPR, Pain Management, and More
Dental Assistant Externship
Baton Rouge Dental Assistant Academy’s 40-hour externship program provides our students with the real-world experience they need to become confident and qualified dental assistants. The externship portion of our course allows our students the opportunity to work under the direct guidance of experienced dental professionals in a local dental office. Students are eligible to begin their externships after class 6. Although we encourage our students to find their own externships, our Student Success Specialists are here to help our students identify potential opportunities in the area and assist with applications.
Required Reading
You are required to either purchase or rent the Essentials of Dental Assisting textbook for class.The workbook must be purchased and cannot be rented because you will be writing in it. Both ElSevier and Amazon offer a discount on a package bundle. ElSevier can take 3-4 weeks to ship, whereas Amazon offers faster shipping. You may purchase (or rent) your books elsewhere as long as it is the same edition used in the course.
What Do I Get After Graduation?
We are Licensed and regulated by the Louisiana Board of Regents, so you will receive a certification of completion, your Radiology Certificate from Medcom which is taken in class, and you will be BLS Certified through the American Red Cross.
Additionally, our graduates are eligible for Expanded Duties after just 6 months of work experience, completion of a 3-day course, and payment of the EDDA application fee.
Meet Your Team
Dr. Thomas Ince
Dr. Thomas Ince developed an innovative program designed to be taught inside working practices in order to produce better Allied Health professionals. He enjoys reading, basketball, business, investing, chess and most importantly spending time with his wife and two little girls.
Katy S
Hi! My name is Katy Seiferman and I am your Social Media and Admissions Specialist! I absolutely love music, going to concerts, health and fitness, my doggy, and my friends. I am truly passionate about creating a schooling experience for students that is enjoyable from beginning to end, and the mission of saving student loan debt. I thoroughly enjoy speaking with each and every one of our students!
Josh N
Hey! My name is Josh and I work in the Student Services Department at Vandelay Education as a Student Success Specialist. I graduated from Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida as an English major with a minor in Political Science. I love to read anything, but I have a special place in my heart for Stephen King and Shakespeare. I love what I do for Vandelay Education because it allows me to help students to create a new career path for themselves. I also like to think that as I am meeting and speaking with new people from all over the country, I am getting some excellent practice for the responsibilities I will have as a future White House Press Secretary.
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