Dental Reception

Course code DAST 1513

Credit 2.5

Length 75.0 hours

Course outline View

In this course the student is introduced to dental office management. The concepts of appointment control, treatment planning, accounting, and dental insurance are discussed. Written and verbal office communication with patients is explored.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Office communication
  • Appointment Control
  • Recall Systems
  • Patient Accounts
  • Dental Insurance Claims
  • Financial Records
  • Filing and Supply Systems

PLAR is assessed through a challenge exam.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
70124 September 1, 2026
to December 14, 2026
Online Online See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

CRN# Duration Delivery Location
70061 September 1, 2027
to December 13, 2027
Online Online See full schedule Register

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.