Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting

Our unique "1 + 1" program format offers students the added value of becoming both a Certified Dental Assistant and a Registered Dental Hygienist. After completion of our American Dental Association accredited 10-month Dental Assisting certificate program you can earn a 12-month Associate in Science degree in Dental Hygiene.

The Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting programs are offered during the day with all classes taught at Broward College's Central Campus. General education courses may be taken at any Broward College location and are offered day, evening, weekends, and distance learning. Please read on to find out more on how our programs can help you succeed in the dental field.

Dental Assisting
Vocational Certificate

Technically Speaking

As certified members of the dental team, dental assistants provide a wide range of services drawing on knowledge of the dental sciences; specialized, clinically-honed skills; and proficiency in office management procedures. Dental Assistants:

• Work chair side with the dentist.
• Sterilize equipment.
• Transfer instruments during surgical procedures.
• Take impressions of study casts.
• Place and remove periodontal dressings.
• Expose, process, and mount dental radiographs.
• Prepare dental filling materials.
• Provide oral hygiene instruction.

Perform selected laboratory and clerical office procedures.

Personally Speaking

Few opportunities in the health care field offer such a fast track to an occupation filled with rewards and challenges as dental assisting. In less than a year, you can receive the necessary training to become a highly qualified member of a health care team with responsibility for direct patient care, the convenience of flexible work hours, and the ability to practice anywhere in the world. If such a career appeals to you, our program is a proven training ground for success.

• Certificate in Dental Assisting
• Associate in Science Degree in Dental Hygiene

Dental Hygiene

Associate In Science Degree

Technically Speaking

As licensed members of the dental team, dental hygienists provide a variety of preventive and therapeutic procedures that promote good oral health. Dental Hygienists:

• Perform procedures that aid in the prevention and treatment of gum disease.
• Remove calculus and plaque from teeth.
• Apply fluoride and sealant.
• Take diagnostic radiographs.
• Assist the dentist in providing oral health treatment.
• Provide nutritional counseling.

Provide oral health education to the community.

Personally Speaking

If you're interested in a health career that gives you the responsibility of direct patient care, the convenience of flexible work hours, and the ability to practice anywhere in the world, dental hygiene may be right for you. If so, our program will give you "an appointment" with success.

• Associate in Science Degree in Dental Hygiene
• Certificate in Dental Assisting