In this course, students acquire knowledge of the basic theory and concepts related to safe and effective oral health practices as a Certified Dental Assistant. The role of documenting health histories, assessing dental office emergencies, and obtaining client vital signs will be explored.
Vancouver Community College gratefully acknowledges the invaluable contribution of Camosun College for sharing their curriculum for the new Certified Dental Assisting program.
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.
- Oral Hygiene
- Vital Signs
- Health Histories
- Medical Emergencies
- Oral Health Education Programs
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70573 |
September 2, 2026 to December 14, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | 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.
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.