Northern Virginia Community College

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NOVA offers both a Dental Assistant Certificate program and a Dental Hygiene Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program. These programs are designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the dental field.

The Dental Assistant Certificate program is a one-year program that provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist dentists and hygienists in a dental office. The program includes courses in dental anatomy, radiology, infection control, and chairside assisting.

The Dental Hygiene AAS degree program is a two-year program that prepares students to become licensed dental hygienists. The program includes courses in dental hygiene theory, clinical practice, pharmacology, and dental radiography. Students also gain hands-on experience in a dental clinic under the supervision of licensed dental professionals.

Both programs at NOVA have rigorous academic and clinical requirements, and students must maintain a minimum grade point average and complete all required coursework and clinical hours to graduate.

Overall, NOVA’s Dental Assistant and Dental Hygiene programs provide students with a solid foundation in dental theory and practice, preparing them for successful careers in the dental field.