Dental Assisting Program
Certificate Program
The Dental Assisting Certificate and Associate of Applied Science Programs are designed to prepare the student to
function effectively as an integral member of the dental health care team. Throughout the program, the student will
participate in classroom instruction, laboratory procedures, and supervised clinical experiences in order to learn the
basic functions required of a Dental Assistant. During the ten and one-half months of educational training, students will
learn the techniques of:
· Exposing and processing dental radiographs (x-rays) to include digital and panoramic radiology.
· Obtaining impressions of the oral cavity for the fabrication of study models, occlusal guards, and custom trays.
· Implementing the standard precautions of infection control protocol.
· Assisting the dentist (s) in various esthetic and restorative techniques.
· Performing the basic procedures of dental office management.
During the program, the student will take the following courses and examinations for certification within the State of
Texas: TSBDE RDA Review and Exam and Nitrous Oxide exam. Upon program completion, the graduate is eligible to
file application to the State Board of Dental Examiners for registration. The graduate is also eligible to take the examination given by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) to become a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). Becoming a
RDA and a CDA assures the public that you are prepared to assist competently in providing quality dental care.
The program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of
Approval. The Commission on Dental Accreditation is a specialized component of the American Dental Association,
and is recognized by the US Department of Education.
Pre-Requisite Courses
PSYC 2301
ENGL 1301
General Psychology
Comp & Rhetoric
3
3
6
Dental Courses
Preventive Dentistry (DNTA 1245)
Dental Science (DNTA 1311)
Chairside Assisting (DNTA 1315)
Dental Radiology I (DNTA 1305)
Dental Materials (DNTA 1301)
Office Management (DNTA 1251)
2
3
3
3
3
2
16
Summer I Semester
Clinical-Dental Assisting/Assistant (DNTA 2360)
Dental Lab. Procedures (DNTA 1241)
Dent. Radiology in the Clinic (DNTA 1349)
Dental Assist. Applications (DNTA 1353)
Clinical-Dental Assisting (DNTA 1460)
Advanced Dental Science (DNTA 1347)
Seminar for the Dental Assistant (DNTA 2130)
2
3
3
4
3
1
16
Semester Hours
3
Grayson College Dental Assisting Program also offers an Associate Degree. For more information on receiving an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Assisting please contact the Dental Assisting Director, Wendy Renfro 903-415-2529.
Cost are subject to change
Admission Information and Criteria
Students wishing to enter the Dental Assisting Program
may begin taking the basic academic courses, General
Psychology and Composition and Rhetoric I during any
semester. The entry date for the Program is the Fall semester of each year.
The following must be submitted to the Director for acceptance consideration:
 Program Application Form
 TSI Assessment Scores
 High School Transcript, or GED Scores,

College/University Transcript (s).
 Childhood Immunizations, Hepatitis A and
Hepatitis B series, TB, and Tetanus shots, Varicella (vaccine or blood titer showing immunity.)
Applications for early acceptance are due by April 30th
of each year. Applications are accepted until class is full
(24 students).
Drug Screen and Background Check
A drug screen and background check will be required
upon acceptance into the program. Requirements for
dental assistant licensure as set by the Texas State Board
of Dental Examiners (SBDE) defines that individuals be
“of good moral character.” All individuals accepted into
the program must meet licensure eligibility requirements. Information received from the background
check or drug scan may result in dismissal from the program.
In-District
Tuition 41 hrs @ $72/hr
$2,952.00
Housing/Room & Board $2670/semester
Technology Fee ($5/credit hour)
Matriculation & Lab Fees
5,340.00
205.00
555.00
CPR
Liability Insurance
55.00
15.00
Drug Screen/Criminal Background Check
Uniforms & Personal Protection Equipment
150.00
500.00
Textbooks (approximately)
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Mandated Certifications:
Application for Certification Nitrous
Application for Licensure to TBDE
525.00
10.00
30.00
TSI Assessment Testing
25.00
TOTAL $10,362.00
Financial Aid/Scholarships
Financial aid is available to students enrolled in this program, which includes: loans, grants, and work study
jobs. All students seeking financial aid should file for
federal financial aid, i.e. Pell Grants or student loans.
The federal financial aid form can be submitted electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov while the required GC
applications are available on the GC website at
www.grayson.edu, or contact financial aid. All applications should be filed as soon as the previous years income tax has been filed. W e encourage you to do this
early, funds are limited.
Contact Information
Prospective students please schedule an appointment with the Program Director, Wendy Renfro at 903-415-2523 or
renfrow@grayson.edu
Program applications and other materials will be available upon request by contacting hixch@grayson.edu or
903.463.8782.
Revised 4/2015
GRAYSON COLLEGE
HEALTH SCIENCE DIVISION
APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION
Following Acceptance
Recent Snapshot Required
Circle Program Desired:
Associate Degree Nursing (RN) Dental Assisting
Medical Laboratory Technology
Emergency Medical Services
Radiology Technology
Transitional Entry (LVN to RN)
Vocational Nursing (LVN)
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NOTE: Applications ar e not automatically “held over ” fr om one official application filing per iod to the next. Students who
are not selected for admission the semester for which they apply or students declining the acceptance for that semester must keep
their file active by submitting updated information and return a letter of intent during the next filing period to be considered for the
next admission opportunity. All inactive files will be purged.
With respect to the admission and education of students; with respect to the availability of student loans, grants, scholarships and job opportunities; with respect to the employment and promotion of teaching and non-teaching personnel; and
with respect to the student and faculty activities conducted on the premises owned or occupied by the College, Grayson
College shall not discriminate either in favor of or against any person on account of race, creed, color, gender, national
origin, age, religion, or disability. GC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs or activities
it operates. Inquiries concerning the application of title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the Title
IX Coordinator or to the Office of Civil Rights. Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President of Student Services.
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