GST BOCES Adult Education will be offering a Dental Assisting Program beginning January 8, 2024 through September 10, 2024. This class will meet Monday through Thursday from 3:00pm-7:00pm on our Bush Campus.
As a dental student, you’ll gain the knowledge and practical skills necessary to assist a dentist in the examination and treatment of patients. Course work includes dental anatomy, chairside assisting, charting teeth, tooth restoration, dental specialties, laboratory skills, office procedures and dental x-rays, including digital radiology. You will also participate in a clinical experience in area dental offices. Upon successful completion of the course and 200 hours of internship, you may sit for the New York State Dental Assisting Certification Exam. Please note the internship hours are scheduled by the student and approved by the instructors of the Dental Assisting Program.
Navy scrubs, white socks/shoes, OSHA regulation lab coat and safety glasses will be required for clinical experience, but not provided.
Students are required to take the TABE assessment before enrolling. This is a basic reading and math assessment to determine eligibility. The TABE is offered at various locations throughout our region weekly.
Federal Financial Aid is now available! Call today for more information or to get registered: (607) 739-7905.
Questions about Adult Education opportunities, reach out through linked form.