Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog
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DEA 552 - Assisting Clinic III


Prerequisites:
DEA 551  
CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
3 credit(s)

Six week, five days per week clinical application of dental assisting skills in one or more contracted extramural dental offices or clinics. May include specialty dental practice assignments as well as general dental practice assignments. Includes final preparation for Dental Assisting National Board Exam (CDA) as well as Iowa Board of Dental Examiners Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) exams.



Course Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate increased proficiency in dental assisting skills. 

2. Demonstrate increased competency in employment skills. 

3. Apply class, lab, and clinical experiences to credential testing.

4. Complete Dental Assisting National & State Board Exam. 



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