The Dental Aide program is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary for a rewarding career within the dental field.
Start date
September
Length
16 weeksLocations(s)
ReginaOnline/Distance options availableLength and location notes
Some programs offered online or otherwise by distance (i.e., correspondence) include on-site labs, clinicals, practicums or work experiences. They may be offered course-by-course or full-time, or both, and deliveries may change over time.
Recognizing the pivotal role dental aides play in the efficient functioning of dental clinics, the comprehensive curriculum encompasses a multifaceted approach to oral healthcare.
Throughout the program, students will learn fundamental dental subjects including anatomy, dental anatomy, infection prevention and control procedures, patient treatment protocols and the organizational dynamics of a dental practice including the collaborative dynamics of an oral healthcare team. Upon completion of the program students will possess a well-rounded understanding of various facets of dentistry, positioning them as competent professionals prepared to contribute meaningfully to a dental office.
Career and salary information
Your career
Dental aides are integral members of dental clinics, providing vital support to other staff members in the seamless operation of the practice. Their responsibilities encompass a diverse range of tasks, including helping set up for dental procedures, maintaining stringent infection control measures within the operatory, ensuring the sterilization of instruments and fulfilling various administrative and reception duties. Some dental aides may work within community health settings.
Part-time delivery
Admissions
Admission requirements
- Grade 12 with a minimum 70% in Biology 30 and a minimum overall average of 70% in English Language Arts A30, English Language Arts B30, Biology 30, and the highest grade in either Foundations of Math 20, Foundations of Math 30, or Pre-Calculus 30*
- English Language Requirement
Note
- Accepted applicants are required to take Standard First Aid and CPR Heartsaver "C" AED or equivalent prior to beginning the Dental Aide program and must be current for the year of the program.
- Accepted applicants are required to provide evidence of 2015 Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) Globally Harmonized System (GHS) certification upon admission into the program. Recertification will be required every three years to remain current. The cost of WHMIS certification is the student’s responsibility.
Previous Saskatchewan mathematics requirement also accepted:
- Highest grade in a 20 or 30 level math
ACCUPLACER©
Refer to the ACCUPLACER© cut scores for this program below, and review additional details concerning Alternative Admission using Accuplacer.
For Special Admission purposes: Grade 12, or GED, or equivalent is required in addition to ACCUPLACER.Post-secondary
Some programs allow applicants to meet the admission grade level requirement using 15 approved post-secondary credits. Review additional information.
If the program applied to has specific course requirements, they may be met through alternative post-secondary courses. Review already approved courses that may be used for admission purposes for your programs.
Admission method
First Qualified/First AdmittedThe First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.
Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.
Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.
See Admission Processes for more information about this method of admission.
Tuition and fees
Estimates are based on current rates and are subject to change. Amounts for a program may vary by campus. Totals shown here include all mandatory fees as well as approximate cost for books and supplies. Visit the Tuition and Fees web page for a complete breakdown of tuition and fees for this program.Courses
Student awards
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Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers student awards for every certificate and diploma program at every campus. Not all student awards are based on marks - some are based on financial need or things like community or volunteer involvement.