About
The Dental Assisting program prepares you to assist a dentist at chair side, perform receptionist and clinical functions, and carry out selected dental laboratory work as a dental assistant. You will gain knowledge and skills in:
- Dental terminology
- Preventative and oral health education
- Oral and dental anatomy
- Digital dental radiography
- Dental procedures
- Computerized charting and record keeping
- Dental equipment and materials
- Infection control
Organization
Hawkeye Community College Main Campus
Hawkeye Community College - Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center
Located in Waterloo, IA, Hawkeye Community College's Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center is dedicated to empowering individuals and enriching communities through comprehensive adult education and literacy programs. It offers community-focused adult education and literacy programs, including high school completion, English language skills, and job readiness, all designed to help students build better lives and strengthen their communities.
Highlights:
- Community-focused adult education and literacy programs
- Family literacy program
- Senior companion program
- Empowers students, strengthens businesses, and enriches communities