Dental Assistant Program (Intra-Oral Level 1 and 2)

Ready to become a certified dental assistant? Here at Cestar College, our Toronto dental assistant program offers two levels of certification under our Dental Assistant Program – Intra-Oral Level I & II.

Our program prepares you to provide oral health services in various dental practice settings, allowing you to work as part of a dental team to solve medical and dental emergencies, assist with dental procedures, and participate in patient education efforts.

How Cestar College’s Dental Assisting Program Works

Working in a dental office is no easy task – those who are successful in careers in dental assisting are generally those who have attended a dental assisting program that focuses on the practical applications of dental assisting knowledge.

Unlike a dental hygiene program, this program thoroughly prepares its learners to provide direct aid to dentists in the form of administration tasks, patient preparation, chairside dental assisting, and various other dental assisting tasks in the dental office.

Level I and Level II Dental Assistants (as subdivided by the Canadian Dental Assistants Association and recognized by the Ontario Dental Assistants Association) need specific training programs that will refine the skillsets required for different responsibilities on the job.

A dental assistant’s role in preventative dentistry, restorative dentistry, dental radiography, and other essential oral health services in a clinical setting is critical.

A dentist providing quality care almost always has a team of health professionals who assist in creating a welcoming dental office environment where patients are comfortable and satisfied with their level of care.

Cestar College’s dental assisting course (Intra-Oral Level I & II) is NDAEB-approved and accredited for providing formal training for national dental assisting. The program features HARP-approved dental radiography training.

Our Dental Facilities

Our campus offers state-of-the-art labs, dental stations, and advanced equipment for dental assistants to get quality hands-on education in the heart of Toronto.

What Do I Need To Become A Dental Assistant?

Becoming a Dental Assistant is as simple as completing an accredited dental assisting program, like the program we have available at Cestar College.

Our graduated dental assisting students can work in various dental office settings, assisting patients in a professional and competent manner.Take a look at our program overview to see what Cestar College has in store for you.

Credential

Diploma

Duration

1 year | 1245 hours

Wage (Ontario)

Up to $28/hour*

Schedule a call with an admissions officer today to learn more about how you can be part of our next cohort!

The Dental Assistant Curriculum

While studying at Cestar College, Dental Assistant students will take classes such as:

• Dental Radiology

• Operative Dentistry

• Preventative Dentistry

• Patient Care

Learning Methods To Accommodate All Learners

At Cestar College, we understand that every student has a unique learning style. That’s why we provide various instructional methods, such as lectures, seminars, independent project work, and practical work, catering to every student’s needs.

Cestar College Career Services

Our career services bridge the gap between dental assisting education and your professional aspirations, providing support as you progress towards becoming a dental assistant.

Our advisors offer online, and in-person guidance focused on enhancing your resume and cover letter to highlight your dental assisting skills and achievements, such as proficiency in dental radiography and chairside assisting.

We help you with interview preparation strategies, especially communication and problem-solving skills, so you can confidently convey your readiness to deliver professional oral health services.

Our advisors also facilitate securing co-op placements, which are crucial for gaining practical experience in dental offices.

Finally, during significant phases like your 3rd term, we can provide advice and support to prepare you to join the dental field as a dental assistant, ready to enhance patient care.