This course engages the students in a complete practicum experience in an external office setting performing the skills of a dental assistant in a general dental practice.
Initially classes will lead students to securing a contract with their practicum office so they are prepared for the external practicum portion of the program which will take place during the final 4 weeks of the program. Classroom activities will focus on discussion related to the Dental Assistant Student’s responsibilities during their practicum including: the behaviors and attitudes that employers want.
To complete this course the student will engage in full time hours at their external practicum office setting for 35-40 hours per week for a minimum total of 140 hours.
During this time the students will comply with the assigned hours of work and rules and
regulations of the practicum office.
Students will maintain communication throughout their practicum by weekly reporting of the activities and procedures they are experiencing at their practicum office.
A formal evaluation of the student’s performance will be completed by the practicum office supervisor in consultation with Dental Assistant Professional Program Faculty.