The Dental Assistant certification class offered by University of Alaska Fairbanks - Northwest Campus (UAF - Northwest) is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the dental profession. Through the course, students will gain knowledge on dental anatomy, dental office management, and dental materials. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Dental Assistant certification from UAF - Northwest.
University of Alaska Fairbanks Northwest Campus is a higher-education and workforce-training campus in Nome, Alaska, serving people and communities across Western Alaska. Its occupational fields include Administrative Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Cybersecurity, Dental Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license, and Medical Assistant, along with other career-focused options. The campus also offers academic degree programs, specialized skills training, and local-based courses in areas such as information technology, health aide preparation, construction trades, and range management. Classes may be taken face-to-face or by distance, and the campus serves high school students, working adults, parents, grandparents, artists, tradespeople, and community leaders. Student support includes advising, placement testing, proctoring, tutoring, writing support, and off-campus library services. Northwest Campus serves the Bering Strait region and supports lifelong learning for communities throughout Western Alaska.