Dental Assistant Program
Chula Vista Campus

Hybrid
Format

10 Months
Approximate Length§

8
Course Modules

Yes
Includes Externship

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About This Program

Our Chula Vista Dental Assistant program provides practical, patient- and clinic-focused training that can propel you toward a career you can be proud of in dental field. Through a mix of classroom lectures, online learning and hands-on training in our dental assisting labs, UEI’s Dental Assistant program will prepare you for the practical aspects of providing dental care for patients, from X-rays and preventative dental procedures to key administrative duties that ensure the clinic operatives smoothly. With a 170-hour externship program at the end of your program prepares you for an entry-level position when you graduate!

Course List

Course

Course Title

DA 110

Dental Science/Medical Emergencies

DA 120

Chairside Assisting

DA 130

Radiography

DA 140

Dental Material

DA 150

Preventative Dentistry

DA 160

Dental Specialties

DA 170

Prosthodontics/Administrative Assistant

DA 190

Externship

Career Outcomes

As a graduate of the program, you may qualify for the following positions:

  • Dental Assistant
  • Orthodontic Assistant
  • Orthodontic Technician
  • Surgical Dental Assistant
  • Oral Surgery Assistant
  • Registered Dental Assistant

Chula Vista Campus Details

Campus:

UEI College - Chula Vista

Address:

1261 3rd Ave. Suite A Chula Vista, CA 91911
Map

Phone:

(619) 739-4643

Campus Hours:

Monday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Accreditation:

UEI College-Chula Vista is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET)

Year Opened:

2019

Classes Starting:

April 29th, 2024

Nearby Campuses:

Oceanside

UEI College Chula Vista Dental Assistant Faculty

Learn from knowledgeable instructors who have experience working in the field.

Estela Aragon
Certs: RDA
Professional Experience: 32 years

Patricia Humphrey
Degree/Certifications: ROP-Dental Assistant Diploma
Certs: RDA
Professional Experience: 19 years

Angelica Ivey
Degree/Certifications: Bryman College-Dental Assistant Diploma
Certs: RDA
Professional Experience: 20 years

Zelma Leon
Certs: RDA
Professional Experience: 12 years

Crystal Ruiz
Degree/Certifications: Howard Healthcare Academy-Dental Expanded Function 2
Certs: RDA
Professional Experience: 23 years

Beatriz Sanchez
Degree/Certifications: Concorde Career Institute-Dental Assistant Diploma
Certs: RDA
Professional Experience: 17 year

Alexandra Simental (CDC)
Degree/Certifications: UEI College-Dental Assistant Diploma
Certs: RDA
Professional Experience: 20 years

Julie Sorrentino
Degree/Certifications: UEI College-Dental Assistant Diploma
Certs: RDA
Professional Experience: 11 years

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