Nature of Work

The Dental Assistant functions as a member of the dental healthcare team by routinely performing the following function

Clinical Dental Assistant:

• Performing laboratory procedures
• Exposing & processing dental radiographs
• Preparing dental materials
• Assisting dentist with procedures

Most Dental Assistants are employed in private dental offices or managed care clinics.

Program Description

The Dental Assisting Program is taught in the Health Sciences Center at the Charleston Campus of the College of Southern Nevada.  It is designed for the working student who has the option of either following the suggested curriculum sequence or completing the course work on a part-time basis.

The Clinical Dental Assistant may complete the curriculum sequence in 2 semesters on a full-time basis or 3 semesters for those pursuing the program part-time.  Note: The full-time schedule is dependent upon the number of openings available.

Certificate of Achievement Course Requirements

Clinical Dental Assisting Course Sheet

Career Guide and Approximate Costs

Selection Criteria

Note: Qualified applicants are expected to meet all admission criteria and matriculating students are expected to meet all progression criteria, as well as these Essential Functions of Dental Assisting Students. Students with documented need for accommodation are to meet with the Disability Resources Center.

Admission Requirements

This is a Limited Entry Program, therefore, an application for admission must be submitted to the Limited Entry office by the application deadline. All prerequisite requirements must be completed by the completion deadline in order to be eligible for consideration. Applicants are notified of their acceptance by the Limited Entry office.

Taking the Dexterity and Spatial Tests

WorkKeys Assessment and Registration Information

Preparing for the WorkKeys Assessment

New Student Checklist

New students planning to register for courses at CSN must follow the steps outlined on the Students First Checklist. This checklist provides information on the registration process for new students seeking a Limited-Entry Health Science Degree or Certificate.

How to Transfer Credits to CSN From Other Colleges

For further information, contact the Health Programs Advisement office.  Additionally, it is very important that interested students attend an orientation as soon as possible for complete admissions information.   Program orientations are held weekly.  You can call (702)651-5015 for pre-recorded orientation information. 

If you require other information, please e-mail the Health Programs Advisor directly.

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