The Certified Dental Assistant Certificate at College of the Rockies prepares students for careers in dental healthcare. Students gain hands-on training in assisting dentists, sterilizing instruments, and managing patient care. The program equips graduates with skills in chairside assisting, dental radiography, and office administration. Career opportunities include dental assisting, orthodontic assisting, and dental office administration. Graduates may work in private clinics, hospitals, public health agencies, or further their education in specialized dental fields.

Career Options:

Job Title	NOC Code	Salary Range (CAD)	Job Description
Dental Assistant	33100	$45,000 - $70,000	Assist dentists during procedures, prepare patients, sterilize instruments, and take dental impressions.
Dental Office Administrator	13112	$40,000 - $65,000	Manage dental office operations, schedule appointments, handle patient records, and process insurance claims.
Dental Laboratory Assistant	33100	$40,000 - $60,000	Support dental technicians by preparing materials, models, and prosthetics for dental procedures.
Orthodontic Assistant	33100	$50,000 - $75,000	Assist orthodontists in fitting braces, taking impressions, and educating patients on oral hygiene.
Public Health Dental Assistant	33100	$45,000 - $70,000	Work in community health programs, assisting with preventive dental care and oral health education.

Career Options:

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NOC Code

Salary Range (CAD)

Job Description

Dental Assistant

Dental Office Administrator

Dental Laboratory Assistant

Orthodontic Assistant

Public Health Dental Assistant