Dental Assisting Levels 1 & 2

Program highlights

• Be job-ready in 10 months

• Learn from experienced dental health care professionals in a supportive, hands-on environment

• Gain real-world experience by supporting patients in Cambrian’s on-campus dental clinic and during an off-site practicum

Admission requirements

For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:

• Any grade 12 English (C)or (U)
• Any grade 11 (U) or (C) or grade 12 biology (U)

Please note: A minimum of 60% is required in each prerequisite course

You will learn clinical/laboratory skills on manikins followed by practice sessions where you can perform these learned skills on a partner. You must be prepared to be a client in these practice sessions. You will then proceed to treatment of clients. You are responsible for all costs incurred as part of your placement experiences, including travel, parking and so on. Clinical rotations and classroom experiences will include evening scheduling.

You are required to complete mandatory medical and non-medical clearances in Semester 1 of the program in order to participate in clinical activities.

This program is not accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC), though the college plans to pursue accreditation in the future. 

Graduates of non-accredited programs are eligible to become certified through the National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB). This process requires successful completion of the Clinical Practice Evaluation (CPE) followed by the Theoretical Examination in order to receive the NDAEB Certificate.

Fees apply for these examinations and are the responsibility of the student. For current costs and full details, visit the NDAEB.

Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.

Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor and course outlines for further information.

Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.

College or university degree opportunities  

If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian’s college and university agreement details for further information. 

Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.

Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!