Administrative Dental Assistant Online Certificate Course
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Study our Administrative Dental Assistant online course. Learn how to perform the administrative tasks essential for managing the business aspects of a dental practice
With this program, you will learn to perform as a professional dental staff member and work on behalf of the patient as well as the dentist. Our distance education certificate program offers you an exciting opportunity to get started on a brand new dental assistant career path.
As with other dental training schools, this continuing education course will teach you all about patient care and how to assist with typical administrative dental duties.
Discover career possibilities with this Courses for Success entry-level dental online program. Then, advance your prospects by taking on the challenge of doing additional dental assistance certificates like our administrative assistant training.
What you will learn with our administrative dental online course?
The Courses for Success clinical dental administrative career training course will skill you up in key areas, making it similar to courses offered by dental assistance programs from the American Dental Assistants Association and other nationally accredited dental associations.
On your way to gaining your certificate, you will learn the following:
- To understand the role of an administrative dental assistant.
- To communicate effectively with patients and coworkers.
- To relate to patients in a professional, caring manner.
- To understand teamwork in the dental office.
- How to maintain quality patient records.
- How to manage information in the dental office.
- To become proficient with scheduling and recall systems.
- How to process dental insurance.
- How to perform inventory management and equipment maintenance.
- Standard bookkeeping and collection procedures.
What skills do you need to perform in the dental office?
As in any health care profession, it is paramount that administrative dental assistants understand crucial procedures and systems, particularly those that are recognized by the Dental Assisting National Board and the American Dental Association, often also known simply as the Dental Association. So, that’s exactly what our online dental assistant certification teaches.
Our dental assistant training course also prepares students to use DENTRIX, giving everyone who signs up to the course seven months’ access to DENTRIX G4 software that will provide them with sample practice opportunities.
You can use this software to engage in activities and tasks that you would perform in an actual dental practice and use it to demonstrate your skills. Textbooks are also included in the course.
Other key skills prospective students will gain include:
- Interacting with patients and a dental team.
- Obtaining health histories and maintaining patient records.
- Recognizing signs and symptoms of illness and disease.
- Knowing key dental terminology.
- Scheduling patients.
- Mastering recall systems.
- Assisting the dentist in patient care.
- Performing administrative duties in a dental office.
- Completing dental insurance claim forms.
- Using DCT (current dental terminology) coding.
What are the requirements for the administrative dental assistant course?
Our dental assistant program is delivered 100% online and can be accessed 24/7. It takes 150 hours of study to complete before you receive your certificate online and become accredited online as an administrative dental assistant.
You do not need a school diploma or to have completed any degree programs in a related field to join this Course for Success online dental assistance certificate course. In fact, there are no specific education requirements at all. The only admissions requirements are:
- You must have access to the internet and possess the necessary technical skills to navigate the online learning resources.
- You must have access to a mobile device with internet connectivity, such as a laptop, desktop, or tablet.
- You must be a self-directed learner.
- You must possess sound language and literacy skills.
You will also have to complete a final certification exam to receive your dental certificate.
Quick course facts
In this dental program, you will find that:
- The course content is structured for easy comprehension.
- It will take approximately 150 hours of study to complete the course.
- All registered students gain unrestricted access to the course materials.
- The course material is available online 24/7 and can be accessed using any device.
- You can study online from anywhere in your own time and at your own pace.
- All students who complete the course and its final assessment will be awarded a certificate of completion.
For any additional questions, please refer to our comprehensive FAQs tab above to find out more information about the course.
Administrative dental assistant online course outline
Here is an overview of the 8 course modules for our dental program, which will help give you a better idea as to what you can expect to learn from studying and obtaining the certificate
Module 1: The dental profession
You will start your certificate online course with an orientation to the dental profession and being taught dental basics including health and safety and office management.
Module 2: Interpersonal and communication skills
The administrative dental assisting certificate course will then guide you to understand and communicate key health information and consumer information to facilitate smooth operations. You will also learn:
-
Communication skills and telephone techniques.
-
Written correspondence.
-
Patient relations.
-
Dental healthcare team communication skills.
Module 3: Records management
Learn key business administration, healthcare administration, and human resources skills, including the sort that would be taught in top dental assisting schools. For example, learn:
-
How to manage patient clinical records.
-
Information management.
Module 4: Scheduling and recall systems
A key part of any administrative dental assistant job lies in information technology. So, in this module of the dental assistance certificate program, you will be taught:
-
How to use important health information technology systems.
-
Dental patient scheduling.
-
Recall systems.
Module 5: Dental insurance processing
Clinical dental insurance processing is a critical skill that should be taught in all quality certified dental assisting courses.
Module 6: Financial management
Starting with payment options and medical billing basics, you will go on to learn:
-
Financial arrangements and collection procedures.
-
Bookkeeping procedures: accounts receivable.
-
Bookkeeping procedures: accounts payable.
Module 7: Office equipment and inventory
Just like with any medical or even business office, you must know how to handle important equipment. So, during this dental assistant school course, you will find out all there is to know about:
-
Dental materials and office equipment.
-
Inventory management and office procedures.
Module 8: Employment strategies
As is standard in American dental practice, administrative dental assistants need to understand employment strategies.
Recognition and accreditation
All students who complete the Courses for Success online dental assistant school course will receive a certificate of completion with a passing score and will be issued a certificate via email.
Use the certificate to prove that you are an accredited online dental assistant without having to sign up to online colleges or go through the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Your certification in online dental assistance will help you make your first big steps on a brand new career path.
If you want to advance your dental career prospects further, consider taking another course on, for example, oral anatomy and dental health, or seek out clinical experience. Other accredited programs could help you to become a medical assistant in one of several other sectors, including physical therapy, mental health, and pharmacy technicians courses.
I. The Dental Profession
- Orientation to the Dental Profession: Dental Basics
II. Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Communication Skills and Telephone Techniques
- Written Correspondence
- Patient Relations
- Dental Healthcare Team Communication
III. Records Management
- Patient Clinical Records
- Information Management
IV. Scheduling and Recall Systems
- Dental Patient Scheduling
- Recall Systems
V. Dental Insurance Processing
VI. Financial Management
- Financial Arrangements and Collection Procedures
- Bookkeeping Procedures: Accounts Receivable
- Bookkeeping Procedures: Accounts Payable
VII. Office Equipment and Inventory
- Inventory Management
- Office Equipment
- Computers in the Dental Office
VIII. Employment Strategies
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
- Microsoft Windows XP, or later
- Modern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
- OSX/iOS 6 or later
- Modern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
- Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or faster
- Flash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
1. Can I register for programs if I am an international student?
Yes, because our programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration.
2. How long does it take to complete a program?
All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. Upon registering, you're given six months to complete this program.
3. Do I have to buy additional materials?
All the materials you'll need are included, and their cost will be covered by your tuition. our will ship all materials ground service upon enrollment.
4. Can I get financial assistance?
our courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses.
5. What happens when I complete the program?
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
6. Am I guaranteed a job?
our programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. We don't provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job. Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.
7. Who will be my instructor?
Each student is paired up with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach.
8. What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?
In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet. You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer. You don't have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time. We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.
9. Can I use a Mac?
No, this program is not compatible with a Mac.
Cindy Lamkin has been employed in the dental field for over 20 years. She graduated from the University of South Dakota with a degree in dental hygiene. In addition to practicing clinical hygiene, she has also worked in dental office administration and treatment coordination. Her career includes general dentistry, as well as specialty practices of periodontics, endodontics, pedodontics, and orthodontics. Cindy has both her Registered Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Hygienist credentials, and she is licensed to practice in multiple states.
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Study our Administrative Dental Assistant online course. Learn how to perform the administrative tasks essential for managing the business aspects of a dental practice
With this program, you will learn to perform as a professional dental staff member and work on behalf of the patient as well as the dentist. Our distance education certificate program offers you an exciting opportunity to get started on a brand new dental assistant career path.
As with other dental training schools, this continuing education course will teach you all about patient care and how to assist with typical administrative dental duties.
Discover career possibilities with this Courses for Success entry-level dental online program. Then, advance your prospects by taking on the challenge of doing additional dental assistance certificates like our administrative assistant training.
What you will learn with our administrative dental online course?
The Courses for Success clinical dental administrative career training course will skill you up in key areas, making it similar to courses offered by dental assistance programs from the American Dental Assistants Association and other nationally accredited dental associations.
On your way to gaining your certificate, you will learn the following:
- To understand the role of an administrative dental assistant.
- To communicate effectively with patients and coworkers.
- To relate to patients in a professional, caring manner.
- To understand teamwork in the dental office.
- How to maintain quality patient records.
- How to manage information in the dental office.
- To become proficient with scheduling and recall systems.
- How to process dental insurance.
- How to perform inventory management and equipment maintenance.
- Standard bookkeeping and collection procedures.
What skills do you need to perform in the dental office?
As in any health care profession, it is paramount that administrative dental assistants understand crucial procedures and systems, particularly those that are recognized by the Dental Assisting National Board and the American Dental Association, often also known simply as the Dental Association. So, that’s exactly what our online dental assistant certification teaches.
Our dental assistant training course also prepares students to use DENTRIX, giving everyone who signs up to the course seven months’ access to DENTRIX G4 software that will provide them with sample practice opportunities.
You can use this software to engage in activities and tasks that you would perform in an actual dental practice and use it to demonstrate your skills. Textbooks are also included in the course.
Other key skills prospective students will gain include:
- Interacting with patients and a dental team.
- Obtaining health histories and maintaining patient records.
- Recognizing signs and symptoms of illness and disease.
- Knowing key dental terminology.
- Scheduling patients.
- Mastering recall systems.
- Assisting the dentist in patient care.
- Performing administrative duties in a dental office.
- Completing dental insurance claim forms.
- Using DCT (current dental terminology) coding.
What are the requirements for the administrative dental assistant course?
Our dental assistant program is delivered 100% online and can be accessed 24/7. It takes 150 hours of study to complete before you receive your certificate online and become accredited online as an administrative dental assistant.
You do not need a school diploma or to have completed any degree programs in a related field to join this Course for Success online dental assistance certificate course. In fact, there are no specific education requirements at all. The only admissions requirements are:
- You must have access to the internet and possess the necessary technical skills to navigate the online learning resources.
- You must have access to a mobile device with internet connectivity, such as a laptop, desktop, or tablet.
- You must be a self-directed learner.
- You must possess sound language and literacy skills.
You will also have to complete a final certification exam to receive your dental certificate.
Quick course facts
In this dental program, you will find that:
- The course content is structured for easy comprehension.
- It will take approximately 150 hours of study to complete the course.
- All registered students gain unrestricted access to the course materials.
- The course material is available online 24/7 and can be accessed using any device.
- You can study online from anywhere in your own time and at your own pace.
- All students who complete the course and its final assessment will be awarded a certificate of completion.
For any additional questions, please refer to our comprehensive FAQs tab above to find out more information about the course.
Administrative dental assistant online course outline
Here is an overview of the 8 course modules for our dental program, which will help give you a better idea as to what you can expect to learn from studying and obtaining the certificate
Module 1: The dental profession
You will start your certificate online course with an orientation to the dental profession and being taught dental basics including health and safety and office management.
Module 2: Interpersonal and communication skills
The administrative dental assisting certificate course will then guide you to understand and communicate key health information and consumer information to facilitate smooth operations. You will also learn:
-
Communication skills and telephone techniques.
-
Written correspondence.
-
Patient relations.
-
Dental healthcare team communication skills.
Module 3: Records management
Learn key business administration, healthcare administration, and human resources skills, including the sort that would be taught in top dental assisting schools. For example, learn:
-
How to manage patient clinical records.
-
Information management.
Module 4: Scheduling and recall systems
A key part of any administrative dental assistant job lies in information technology. So, in this module of the dental assistance certificate program, you will be taught:
-
How to use important health information technology systems.
-
Dental patient scheduling.
-
Recall systems.
Module 5: Dental insurance processing
Clinical dental insurance processing is a critical skill that should be taught in all quality certified dental assisting courses.
Module 6: Financial management
Starting with payment options and medical billing basics, you will go on to learn:
-
Financial arrangements and collection procedures.
-
Bookkeeping procedures: accounts receivable.
-
Bookkeeping procedures: accounts payable.
Module 7: Office equipment and inventory
Just like with any medical or even business office, you must know how to handle important equipment. So, during this dental assistant school course, you will find out all there is to know about:
-
Dental materials and office equipment.
-
Inventory management and office procedures.
Module 8: Employment strategies
As is standard in American dental practice, administrative dental assistants need to understand employment strategies.
Recognition and accreditation
All students who complete the Courses for Success online dental assistant school course will receive a certificate of completion with a passing score and will be issued a certificate via email.
Use the certificate to prove that you are an accredited online dental assistant without having to sign up to online colleges or go through the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Your certification in online dental assistance will help you make your first big steps on a brand new career path.
If you want to advance your dental career prospects further, consider taking another course on, for example, oral anatomy and dental health, or seek out clinical experience. Other accredited programs could help you to become a medical assistant in one of several other sectors, including physical therapy, mental health, and pharmacy technicians courses.
I. The Dental Profession
- Orientation to the Dental Profession: Dental Basics
II. Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Communication Skills and Telephone Techniques
- Written Correspondence
- Patient Relations
- Dental Healthcare Team Communication
III. Records Management
- Patient Clinical Records
- Information Management
IV. Scheduling and Recall Systems
- Dental Patient Scheduling
- Recall Systems
V. Dental Insurance Processing
VI. Financial Management
- Financial Arrangements and Collection Procedures
- Bookkeeping Procedures: Accounts Receivable
- Bookkeeping Procedures: Accounts Payable
VII. Office Equipment and Inventory
- Inventory Management
- Office Equipment
- Computers in the Dental Office
VIII. Employment Strategies
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
- Microsoft Windows XP, or later
- Modern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
- OSX/iOS 6 or later
- Modern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
- Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or faster
- Flash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
1. Can I register for programs if I am an international student?
Yes, because our programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration.
2. How long does it take to complete a program?
All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. Upon registering, you're given six months to complete this program.
3. Do I have to buy additional materials?
All the materials you'll need are included, and their cost will be covered by your tuition. our will ship all materials ground service upon enrollment.
4. Can I get financial assistance?
our courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses.
5. What happens when I complete the program?
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
6. Am I guaranteed a job?
our programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. We don't provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job. Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.
7. Who will be my instructor?
Each student is paired up with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach.
8. What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?
In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet. You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer. You don't have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time. We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.
9. Can I use a Mac?
No, this program is not compatible with a Mac.
Cindy Lamkin has been employed in the dental field for over 20 years. She graduated from the University of South Dakota with a degree in dental hygiene. In addition to practicing clinical hygiene, she has also worked in dental office administration and treatment coordination. Her career includes general dentistry, as well as specialty practices of periodontics, endodontics, pedodontics, and orthodontics. Cindy has both her Registered Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Hygienist credentials, and she is licensed to practice in multiple states.
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Course Summary
| Course ID: | 007GES101 |
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| Delivery Mode: |
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| Access: | 7 Months |
| Tutor Support: | Yes |
| Time: | 150 Hours |
| Qualification: | Certificate |
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