Fortis College – Orange Park

Fortis College-Orange Park offers programs in dental hygiene and dental assisting. These programs provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become successful professionals in the field of dental care.

The dental hygiene program at Fortis College-Orange Park provides students with a comprehensive education in dental science, oral anatomy, and patient care. Students learn about the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of dental diseases and conditions. The curriculum includes classroom instruction, laboratory work, and clinical experience, which allows students to practice their skills in a real-world setting.

Upon graduation, students are eligible to take the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination and the Clinical Board Examination to become licensed dental hygienists. Graduates of this program can work in private dental offices, public health clinics, hospitals, and other dental care facilities.

The dental assisting program at Fortis College-Orange Park provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to assist dentists in providing patient care. Students learn about dental procedures, equipment and materials, infection control, and patient communication. The program includes classroom instruction, laboratory work, and clinical experience, which allows students to practice their skills in a real-world setting.

Upon graduation, students are eligible to take the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) exam, which is administered by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Graduates of this program can work as dental assistants in private dental offices, public health clinics, hospitals, and other dental care facilities.

Both the dental hygiene and dental assisting programs at Fortis College-Orange Park offer students a pathway to a rewarding career in the dental care field. The programs are designed to provide students with a strong foundation of knowledge and practical skills that are essential for success in this field.