About our Program

Authorization

Authorized by the esteemed Workforce Training and education Coordinating Board, our program is a beacon of excellence and quality in dental assistant education. Rest assured, your educational journey is supported by a strong foundation of credibility and excellence.

Program Structure

Unlock the doors to a comprehensive and blended curriculum that seamlessly integrates online learning with invaluable in-person sessions.

Your pathway consists of:

10 Remarkable Weeks: A fast-tracked, intensive program designed to catapult you into your new career.
Flexible Scheduling: Classes convene once a week, on Sundays, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, accommodating your unique needs and schedule.
Hands-on Experience: Dive deep into real-world dental assisting practices with engaging laboratory and operatory exercises.

Blended Learning Experience

Harness the power of online and offline worlds:

Online Convenience: Engage with 25 hours of captivating online content, accessible anytime, ensuring flexibility and convenience.
In-Person Mastery: Revel in 80 immersive in-person hours, fostering a space for practical mastery and enriched learning experiences.

Admission Criteria

Our doors are open to passionate individuals ready to soar. Here are the only requirements:

Age: students should be over 18 years of age.
Educational Qualifications: a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Career-Ready Certifications

Graduate with a prestigious certificate enabling you to apply to the Washington Board of Dentistry as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), marking a monumental step in your career trajectory.

Along with your DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) radiology and Basic Life Support (BLS) certificates.

Robust Support System

We stand by you, not just as educators, but as unwavering supporters of your dream:

Job Application Assistance: Benefit from personalized coaching, resume crafting, and remarkable interview preparation.
Salary Negotiation Skills: Arm yourself with essential negotiation strategies to secure rewarding compensation packages.

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Dental Assisting

Course Outline

• WEEK 01 •

General introduction to the exciting field of Dentistry, including your orientation to our clinic and dental terminology.

• WEEK 02 •

Four-handed dentistry, instrumental transfer, isolation techniques, suctioning (HVE), local anesthesia, patient positioning, handpiece maintenance, sealants and coronal polishing.

• WEEK 03 •

Radiology theory and practice of intraoral and extraoral X-ray techniques, X-ray safety, darkroom procedures.

• WEEK 04 •

Amalgam and composite materials, instruments, mixing, curing, tubs, trays.

• WEEK 05 •

Cements and liners, alginate impressions (upper arch), model pouring and trimming, X-ray quiz. CPR Training.

• WEEK 06 •

Midterm exam. Oral surgery, periodontal instruments and materials, sterilization procedures, alginate impressions (lower arch).

• WEEK 07 •

Crown and bridge instruments and materials, making temporary restorations, bite registration.

• WEEK 08 •

Endodontic materials and instruments, orthodontics, job interview skills.

• WEEK 09 •

Office management, front desk operation, appointments, billing dental insurance, office management software, OSHA regulations. Review and practice for final exam.

• WEEK 10 •

Final exam and practical exam. Pediatric dentistry, final written exam, X- ray practical clinical exam.

Graduation!

Meet The Team

Patrick H. Im, DDS, LVIF Director, and Instructor

Dr. Patrick Im is a graduate of the Loma Linda School of Dentistry Class of 1994, and has 30 years of dental experience. He’s owned 2 private practices in his career: Beautiful Smiles By Design 1996-2014, and currently working at Dentistry of Poulsbo, Kitsap Sleep & TMJ Center, and OceanPointe Dental Assisting Academy of Poulsbo 2024-current.

He has experience working as an associate and lead dentist in both the private, corporate, and hospital dental clinic settings. Dr. Im has worked with RDA/CDA’s in these different and unique settings and is passionate about sharing his experience and knowledge in the mentorship and teaching of new dental assistants. He has worked with and trained numerous RDA/CDA’s to become lead assistants and understands the skill level and professionalism it takes to succeed in any dental practice setting.

Dr. Im is not your typical ‘drill n fill’ dentist. He has taken hundreds of hours of continuing education in comprehensive full mouth cosmetic and functional physiologic based dentistry. Dr. Im has trained and mentored EFDA’s, and continues to mentor and train new graduate dentists.

Rochelle “Roz” Ferry, RDA, DT Instructor

Born and raised in Unalakleet, Alaska, Rochelle is an Inupiaq Eskimo.

Roz started her dental career in 1997 as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) and achieved the distinctions of Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) and Dental Health Aide Therapist (DHAT).

She’s raised two beautiful daughters and enjoys spending as much time as possible kayaking, hiking, and exploring the beautiful PNW.

Ashley L. Porter, BA, RDA Director of Admissions

I’m Ashley Porter and I have been in the dental field since 2004. I have held many roles in the dental field: dental assistant, dental assisting instructor, and dental manager at a community health center. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Leadership from the University of Washington and a dental assisting certificate from Clover Park Technical College.

Currently, I am a Patient Care Coordinator and enjoy helping patients understand their treatment plan and dental benefits. I find it very fulfilling to share my knowledge of dentistry with others. Outside of work, I enjoy family time with my husband and four children. We love to travel and cook together.