Harper College

Dental Assisting

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Course Description

This 60-hour training includes hands-on practice and classroom instruction on topics such as chairside assisting, infection control and radiology. The course prepares you for entry-level dental assistant positions, and provides a strong foundation for further study. Students must be 18 years of age or older at the time of enrollment.  

Topics include:  

    • Introduction to the dental office  
    • The progression and legal aspect of dental assisting  
    • Infection control in the dental setting  
    • Dental equipment, operations and maintenance 
    • Oral and dental anatomy and physiology 
    • Dental charting  
    • Dental impressions, digital impressions 
    • Dental radiology 
    • Oral hygiene  
    • Professional overview and the job search

Funding Opportunities

Some CPE courses may be eligible for grants and scholarships on a limited basis. We encourage you to apply for funding to learn more about options that may be available to you. To apply, please complete the Scholarship Application form.

Contact us

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Last Updated: 2/3/25