$325.00
Please take a moment and read the information on the CDC Homepage marked “BEFORE YOUR COURSE”. Also note that we do NOT call students to confirm classes prior to your course date.
Do I have to wear scrubs?
Yes, it is a requirement to follow OSHA guidelines. ALL students must wear a lab coat, mask, and uniform scrubs, top and bottom (no t-shirts or jeans are accepted) and tennis shoes (dress shoes are not acceptable) to attend class, NO exceptions. If requirements are not followed you will be rescheduled for a following date.
Fulfills the California Dental Board requirements for RDA licenser. This is notfor RDA licensure renewal. An 8 hour Infection Control Course is required for all new RDA applicants. This course covers the definition and implementation of sterilization methods and guidelines.Including patient medical history,infection control, prevention of contamination, and the use of personal protective equipment. In addition, verification of infection, disinfection, care of treatment room, handling and disposal of hazardous waste, handling soiled instruments, hand pieces, burs, water and air syringes are presented. The who, what, and why of OSHA is discussed all in a hands on practical format.
COURSE COMPLETION
All courses must be completed within 30 days of the start date. This includes all required documents and a copy of a valid American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS CPR card only. Extension fee will apply on day 31. Courses not completed on time are subject to an extension fee.
*All students must be at least 16 years of age.
*This course requires a valid CPR card by either, only, American Heart Association BLS or Red Cross BLS. The Dental Board is very strict, so no others can or will be accepted. If you like you may add it into your cart. Here is the link to purchase: CPR/AED Training Course. If you already have a valid CPR, bring in a prepared copy of the card when you attend class.
Note: Dates in ORANGE are evening classes. Evening classes are from 5PM to 10PM.
All courses must be completed within 30 days of the start date. This includes all required documents and a copy of a valid American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS CPR card only. Extension fee will apply on day 31. Courses not completed on time are subject to an extension fee.
This Course will Be held on Saturdays & Sundays from 9am to 5pm for 4 weeks (1month).
Special time accommodations may be an option for evening or weekday training.
Upon completion of the course, each student will receive all Certifications approved by the Dental Board of California. All certifications given are required to be able to work immediately within a dental office now and to move forward (in 15 months) with your RDA application.
* All students must be at least 16 years of age.
CDC is located in Downtown San Diego and although we do not provide parking for students attending our courses CDC is surrounded by plenty of locations for parking to fit any budget. When attending class on a Sunday all street and meter parking as long as you arrive early are free to find a place to park.
Doors open at 9am and classes begin by 9:15 am. Students who arrive late will be rescheduled to attend class the following week.
All walk in students are welcomed if class space is available. No additional registration fee or cost will be due. Please come join us!
If you think you are pregnant or may be pregnant prior to registration or attending any scheduled classes you must notify California Dental Certifications. Attendance of classes will require the student to provide a medical release from your doctor. Or you may re-schedule for a future class date.
CDC will furnish all supplies required by students. It is the responsibility of each student to meet all program requirements by following OSHA guidelines. Specific courses will require the student to provide Social Security number. Disposable lab coats and protective eyewear will be available.
Yes, it is a requirement to follow OSHA guidelines. ALL students must wear a lab coat, mask, and uniform scrubs, top and bottom (no t-shirts or jeans are accepted) and tennis shoes (dress shoes are not acceptable) to attend class, NO exceptions. If requirements are not followed you will be rescheduled for a following date.
CDC does not provide patients for students to complete a course and receive certification. Do NOT bring in your required patients on the first day of class. Further instruction regarding patients will be given on your first day of class by your instructor. Due to limited space within our facility waiting room, only students and patients will be allowed in our facility.
PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN ULESSS PREVIOUS ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE.
*X-Ray students – do not bring your patients in until AFTER instructed to do so by your course instructor.
All students have 30 days to complete a course. If a course is not completed within 30 days, a continuation fee of $210 will be charged. Any student that does not complete their course within the 30 days will have the opportunity to retake the course at the full fee. No credit will be applied from any previous incomplete course.
This includes all required documents, and a copy of a valid American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS CPR card only. Extension fee will apply on day 31. Courses not completed on time will are subject to an extension fee.
The 30 day extention does not apply to:
Pit & Fissure Sealants – 4 patients
*Dentist or a Hygienist may sign off which teeth may have sealants placed.
Coronal Polish – 3 patients
Radiation Safety – 4 patients, these patients can be scheduled on a future Friday at 10:00AM.
*Full mouth series is required for each patient. FMX consists of 18 films.
*Must read all restrictions to assure patient can be used for required X-rays.
*Do not bring your patients in until AFTER instructed to do so by your course instructor.
You can perform the necessary requirements in your doctor office under the supervision of your dentist. If you do not have access to a dental office you may schedule with CDC to bring in your patients to our facility at no extra fee.
All courses must be completed within 30 days of the start date. This includes all required documents, and a copy of a valid American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS CPR card only. Extension fee will of $210 will apply on day 31.
Any student that does not complete their course within the additional 30 days will have the opportunity to retake the course at the full fee. No credit will be applied from any previous incomplete course.
All materials supplied to students are the property of California Dental Certifications and is are restricted for student use only. Student agrees that they will not make copies or distribute these materials without written authorization from CDC. CDC holds the exclusive rights on objects, illustrations, recorded documents, video sequences, and texts. Copying or use of these objects, illustrations, recorded documents, video sequences, and texts in other electronic or printed publications shall not be allowed without our express consent. CDC shall be exclusively entitled to all rights regarding this site.
Guests of California Dental Certifications receive a preferred rate at The Bristol Hotel. Click on the link below to book your reservation or type CDC in the promo code box upon booking.
A $40.00 duplication fee applies for each duplicated certificate, provided that the student does not have outstanding balance due to California Dental Certifications. Requests for certificate replacements or duplications of original documents will be processed and mailed within 7 business days after payment has been received.
A dental assistant performs many tasks in the dental office. A dental assistant’s tasks include:
Once you become a dental assistant your education never stops. CDC offers all continued eduction required by the Dental Board of California.
Job Possibilities in Dentistry
Dental Assistant Occupations /General Office Occupations
More information on dental assistant career go to the following link:
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Cancellations Policy
Cancellations/Refunds/No-Shows
Rescheduling Fee
Failure to attend class on your scheduled date will result in a forfeit of full tuition (see Cancellation Policy – no show).
Please note a reschedule fee of $100 will apply for the reasons listed below:
The reschedule fee of $100 will be applied for the above reasons. Failure to attend on the scheduled class date without notification of any kind or upon a second reschedule from a student will forfeit entire course enrollment payment. The student will have the opportunity to retake the course at full fee. California Dental Certifications reserves the right to reschedule classes with or without notice and will accommodate a new schedule within a reasonable time.
Attorney’s Fee
Any disputes in excess of $1,000 (or the maximum limit for small claims court) arising out of this Agreement shall be submitted to binding arbitration before the Joint Ethics Committee or a mutually agreed upon Arbitrator pursuant to the rules of the American Arbitration Association (if any disputes occur that cannot be resolved, we’ll try small claims court. If the disputed amount exceeds the small claims court limit, we’ll use an Arbitrator) . The Arbitrator’s award shall be final, and judgment may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. The Client shall pay all arbitration and court costs, reasonable attorney’s fees and legal interest on any award or judgment in favor of CDC. (This is a binding arbitration. You will pay any legal fees if we are awarded judgment).