DA – Dental Assisting Outcomes

ACERT1 - Dental Assisting One-Year Certificate

Degree Outcomes
Apply the knowledge and skills required to systematically collect diagnostic data.
Function as an effective and efficient member of the dental health team by performing a variety of clinical supportive treatments.
Utilize the most current infection control and safety precautions in all laboratory and clinical settings.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with the dental team members and patients.
Function in a responsible, professional and ethical manner in a dental or community practice setting.
Demonstrate the clinical skills needed to perform direct patient care as stated in Division 42 in the Oregon Practice Act.
Address and respond appropriately to the issues that may arise from cultural and socioeconomic differences in both a dental and community environment.

ACERT1 - Dental Assisting One-Year Certificate

Degree Outcomes
Apply the knowledge and skills required to systematically collect diagnostic data.
Function as an effective and efficient member of the dental health team by performing a variety of clinical supportive treatments.
Utilize the most current infection control and safety precautions in all laboratory and clinical settings.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with the dental team members and patients.
Function in a responsible, professional and ethical manner in a dental or community practice setting.
Demonstrate the clinical skills needed to perform direct patient care as stated in Division 42 of the Oregon Dental Practice Act.
Address and respond appropriately to the issues that may arise from cultural and socioeconomic differences in both a dental and community environment.