A Dental Assistant is a vital member of the oral health team who works in a collaborative, professional and ethical manner. The one-year certificate program prepares you for the proficient application of knowledge in a variety of areas such as clinical chair-side and intra-oral, laboratory, radiography, administration, and health education and promotion skills. The clinical experience within Confederation College and the field placements are supported by the background provided through academic studies.

Employment Opportunities: As a graduate of this program, you may find employment in private dental offices, community dental clinics, hospital dental clinics, public health units and specialty dental practices such as Orthodontics, Paedodontics, Periodontics, oral maxillo facial surgery, Dental Sales Representative. Career categories include prospective positions such as Chair-side Assistant, Advanced Skills Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Public Health Assistant, Dental Assisting, Educator or Dental Sales Representative.