Dental Assisting Technology and Management ATD
Program Details
Program Content:
This program has 100% placement because Dental Assistants are in demand in this community. Upon completion of the program, students will receive their Florida Expanded Functions and Florida Dental Radiographer’s Certificates. The program also articulates with several associate degrees offered on the state college level. The program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation which ensures students receive standard quality dental education above and beyond what the State of Florida requires. MTC students sit for the Dental Assisting National Board Certification exams in the last month of the program, which when passed, provides career advancement opportunities. The last 3 months of the program, students participate in externships with a variety of dental practices in the area as they assist in the treatment of patients under the supervision of a licensed dentist.
Prerequisites:
PERT Exam – https://manateetech.edu/testing/
Certification/Licensure:
The program will prepare students for the Dental Assisting National Board Examination as well as state requirements. The program will meet the requirements of the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association and standards recommended by the Florida Board of Dentistry.
CTSO:
SkillsUSA and/or HOSA are the approved co-curricular career and technical student organizations which provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction by providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.
Articulation:
When offered at the college credit level, this ATD program is part of the Dental Assisting Technology and Management AS (1351060104) and has a program length of 50 credits.
Governing Agencies: Florida State Department of Education and the Florida State Board of Dentistry.
Start Date:
August, January
Program Length:
Full Time: 1230 hours – approximately 11 months to complete
Clinical Start Dates (Monday – Thursday Weekly)
August Class: March thru May; 4 days a week
January Class: September thru November, 4 days a week
* All Clinical are during the last 3 months of the program
Start Time:
Hybrid Schedule: Three days a week on campus from 8:00am – 3:00pm
Two days a week Online
Program OCP points:
OCP A
Course Number: DEA0725
Course Title: Introduction to Dental Assisting
Length: 90 hours
OCP B
Course Number: DEA0726
Course Title: Dental Infection Control Assistant
Length: 210 hours
OCP C
Course Number: DEA0727
Course Title: Dental Assisting 1
Length:
465 hours
Course Number: DEA0728
Course Title: Dental Assisting 2
Length:
465 hours
Location:
MTC East Campus, 5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211
941.752.8100
Apply to MTC at https://www.manateetech.edu/apply-now/
Email mtcdental@manateeschools.net to request a virtual mandatory information session.
Prerequisites:
PERT Exam – https://www.manateetech.edu/admissions/testing-center/
Program #H170113 CIP# 00351060113
Estimated Tuition, Lab, and Fees (includes $60.00 Administrative fee)
$6,092.60
Additional Fees Due Prior to Pre-Admittance
Application Fee
$45.00
Dental Exam, Physical Exam and Immunizations (Estimated)
$200.00
PERT Exam
$10.00
Background Check (All For Life)
$70.00-$90.00
CastleBranch: Preadmission Tracker
$24.00
Textbooks and Uniforms
Textbooks
$640.69
Uniform: BLACK Scrub Top ; BLACK Scrub Pants (NO joggers) with embroidery from Scrub Club. (Embroidery alone is $9.75 / each piece)
Estimated $70.00/Set
Black Athletic Shoes
Estimated: $75.00
Safety glasses
Estimated: $20.00
Additional Required Items (Outside Vendor)
REQUIRED ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS
Specific details will be provided during the Orientation.
Uniforms: Black scrub pants (No joggers) and black tops will be worn each day. Scrub sets will have MTC program embroidery done by the Scrub Club: 8527 SR 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34202 (941) 755-9669 . Visit: www.thescrubclub.com
On cold days, solid colored long sleeve tops can be worn under uniform tops.
Shoes: Solid color dark gray or black duty or athletic style shoes are to be worn. Shoes must be worn with socks, be closed toe and closed heel, and kept clean.
Safety Glasses: Plastic safety glasses with side shields.
Estimated Total Cost of Program
$7,267.29
Uniforms may be covered for Pell eligible students once aid has been applied to all Tuition & Fee charges.
The Scrub Club: 8527 SR 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34202 (941) 755-9669.
Financial aid available depending on student’s eligibility.
All pre-admission fees are non-refundable and not covered by Financial Aid.
Prices are subject to change.
Annual fees (charged each academic year from July 1—June 30).
Textbook estimate. Current book list and prices: https://manateetech.edu/current-students/bookstore/
Tuition is $2.92 per hour for Florida residents. Tuition is $11.71 per hour for Non-Florida residents.
Visit MTC Financial Aid page for more information.
Florida Department of Education: Frameworks
Possible Careers and Outlook:
31-9091.00 Dental Assistants
31-9099.00 Healthcare Support Workers, All Other
Top Local Employers:
Local Private and Public General and Specialty Dental Practices, Dental Support Organizations, and Federally Qualified Dental Health Clinics.
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Program Video
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Program Facts
Job Placement Rate
100%
LENGTH
1230 hrs (11 months), clinical
LOCATION
East Campus,
Lakewood Ranch
DELIVERY
Hybrid
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Yes, high school seniors only. August start only.
Ready to Start Your Career?
Have Questions?
Xela Brutus
Career Counselor
5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
Call 941.752.8100 x 47127
Email: mtcdental@manateeschools.net
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