Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To practice as a dental assistant in B.C., you must register with the British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited dental assisting program and successful completion of the National Dental Assisting Examining Board examinations.

Employment as a dental laboratory assistant may require some work experience.

Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to provide patient care, take dental radiographs (X-ray photographs), prepare patients and equipment for dental procedures, and discharge office administrative functions under the supervision of dentists and dental hygienists. These programs include courses in medical record keeping, general office duties, reception and patient intake, scheduling, equipment maintenance and sterilization, basic radiography, pre-operative and postoperative patient care and instruction, chairside assisting, taking tooth and mouth impressions, and supervised practice.

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Dental Assistant Certificates

Dental assistants assist dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists during the examination and treatment of patients and perform clerical functions. Dental laboratory assistants assist dental technologists and technicians in preparing and fabricating dentures and other dental devices. Dental assistants work in dentists' offices, community health centres, clinics and in educational institutions. Dental laboratory assistants are employed in dental laboratories.

The Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certificate is fast paced, practical, hands-on and simulates the work environment. The program provides practicum experience in a dental office to provide you with hands-on experience to be job-ready when you graduate. The CDA program is fully accredited nationally. You'll learn about becoming a collaborative partner in the delivery of all aspects of dental care. CDA skills include assisting the dentist at chair-side, as well as providing direct client care. 














Certified Dental Assistant Certificate

The Dental Assistant Certificate involves collaboration with patients and other healthcare professionals to achieve and maintain optimal oral health and overall health and well-being. The program combines lectures and clinical practice in preparation for a career in private practice, group practice, dental clinics, public health, and other related areas. After completing this program, you'll be eligible to become a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) through the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia.

Dental Assistant Certificate

The Dental Assistant Certificate combines face-to-face and online learning practice and clinical based training to prepare you for a career as a Dental Assistant. You must be prepared to attend practical experiences which may take place in communities other than Cranbrook. You are responsible for arranging their own transportation and for travel and living expenses. The program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada, hence graduates are eligible to write the National Dental Assistant Examining Board exam which allows for registration with the British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals upon successful completion.

The Certified Dental Assistant Certificate provides you the education, training and experience required by the BC College of Oral Health Professionals (BCCOHP) for registration as a Certified Dental Assistant. You'll learn specific procedures and administrative tasks required to work in a dental office and how to best care for patients. A supervised practicum at the end of the program allows students to practice and gain hands-on experience. Upon graduation, you'll work as a certified dental assistant in dental offices under the supervision of a dentist.

The Certified Dental Assistant Certificate provides you with the opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes necessary for employment as a certified dental assistant. This program combines clinical practice with lecture in preparation for a career in private practice, dental clinics, and other public health facilities. In addition to working at the UFV dental clinic, the curriculum includes two practica with local dentistry practices, which provide you with full-time experience in a dental office.

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Dental Office Receptionist Certificate

Earn the Certified Dental Assisting (distance) certificate at your own pace through independent e-learning with instructor support. You must be working/volunteering clinically for a minimum of two days (14 hours) per week as a clinical dental assistant in a general practice dental office for the duration of your studies. This is confirmed by the department on a regular basis throughout the program. The curriculum is designed to include in-office clinical experiences which reinforce and enhance the course content.

Certified Dental Assisting (Distance Delivery) Certificate

Learn the specialized skills and knowledge needed to assist dentists with procedures, provide oral health education, and function as a dental health team member with the Certified Dental Assisting certificate. Each term consists of both theory and clinical courses. Theory courses are presented through online activities, lecture, small group discussion, assigned readings and self-study.  Clinical skills are presented in the dental clinic and laboratory. Acquisition of clinical skills is enhanced through partnerships with the University of British Columbia (UBC) Dental Clinic Program and practica rotations to dental practices.

Certified Dental Assisting Certificate

The Dental Assistant Certificate, recognized by the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia (CDSBC), and accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC), is designed to provide you with opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills and values necessary to be a member of the dental team; providing care, support and services for individuals of all ages. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be granted a certificate. You must then write a National Board exam which, upon successful completion and combined with the certificate, makes them eligible to apply for registration and licensure with the College of Dental Surgeons of B.C. as a Certified Dental Assistant.

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