- Lorenzo Walker Technical College
- Dental Assisting
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Program Overview
Upon graduating from the Dental Assisting Program the student will be able to perform different types of patient care, office and laboratory duties.
The student will be able to assist the dentist and other dental auxiliary to provide more efficient dental treatment. A major part of the program includes externships in various dental offices throughout Collier County.
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Next Start Date
August 10, 2023 (date subject to change)Program Length
1230 HoursCareer Opportunities
Dental Assistant, Orthodontic Dental Assistant, Pediatric Dental Assistant, Oral Surgery AssistantIndustry Certifications/State Credentials
Career Program CertificateInformation Sheet
PDF (3 pages)Curriculum Framework
PDF (17 pages)Rack Brochure
PDF (2 pages)

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Program Structure and Courses
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This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 3 occupational completion points. This program is comprised of courses which have been assigned course numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in accordance with Section 1007.24 (1), F.S. Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3) (b), F.S.
The following table illustrates the postsecondary program structure:
Course #
OCP
Course Name
Hours
DEA0725
A
Introduction to Dental Assisting
90
DEA0726
B
Dental Infection Control Assistant
210
DEA0727
C
Dental Assisting 1
465
DEA0728
C
Dental Assisting 2
465
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Degrees and Certifications:
Mrs. Danielle Johnson
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Mrs. Melissa Frenyea
I am one of the Dental Assisting Instructors here at Lorenzo Walker Technical College. I began my journey here at Lorenzo in 2016 helping the dual enrollment students obtain certifications as Expanded Functions Dental Assistants and Certified Dental Assistants.
My experience in the dental field started in Memphis Tennessee where I graduated Technical College in 1996. Over the years I have worked in General Dentistry, Endodontics, Orthodontics and Oral Surgery. I specialized in Orthodontics and Surgery.