Dental Assisting

Intro

The Dental Assisting program is designed to prepare for employment of the professional Chairside Assistant. Students focus on the basics of dental assisting, nutrition, dental prevention, dental disease, infection control, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures, dental materials, anatomy, radiology, dental specialties, law and ethics, CPR, and clinical experience. 

Objectives

  • Correlate the knowledge of anatomy, physiology, psychology, and microbiology to the roles and responsibilities of a dental assistant.
  • Identify commonly used equipment, supplies, instrumentation, and medications used in the dental chairside setting.
  • Apply the principles of asepsis to the dental office and its environment.
  • Perform competently and safely the skills of a dental assistant.
  • Use legal, moral, and ethical principles to evaluate the care of a dental patient.
  • Demonstrate the professional attributes of a dental assistant.
  • Pass the final exam and certifications for the dental field.
 
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Courses

How to Apply

Choose Your Program
Bridgerland Technical College is open year-round. Most programs are open-entry, open-exit, which means you can start the program at the first of every month as long as there is space available. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about a program. You can check start dates here.

Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor Here

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Admissions

Fill out the admissions form below. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent (e.g. GED)*.

Fill Out the Admissions Form Logan Campus Here

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Programmatic Requirements
Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email or can view the programmatic requirements on the previous tab. If you have not received this email within 24 hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.

  Pre-Enrollment: WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 5), Applied Math (Level 4), and Graphic Literacy (Level 4).   Schedule an appointment below or call (435) 750-3188. Need a review? Enroll directly in Academic Learning.

 Please note: A composite ACT score of 17 or a composite SAT score of 930 can waive assessment requirements if taken no more than   four years prior to enrollment. Please email your ACT/SAT scores to studentservices@btech.edu. If you do not have your scores,   schedule your assessment below.

Schedule Your Entrance Assessment Here

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Enrollment/Registration
Once the Assessment/ACT has been approved and the programmatic requirements have been completed, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your starting date, and enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule. No appointment is necessary.

If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at 435-753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu or you can visit us in person at the Logan Campus!

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Financial Aid
Bridgerland Technical College has a variety of funding sources available to those who qualify. 

Bridgerland Technical College does not participate in, or endorse, any loan program. 

Financial Aid

FAFSA - PELL GRANT

Checklist

Social Security Number OR Your Alien Registration number (if you're not a U.S. citizen)

Federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned

Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)

Records of untaxed income (if applicable)

The Process

Apply for FAFSA at FAFSA.gov and BTECH school code: 014257.

BTECH receives student FAFSA records.

Financial Aid will send an email to students to create a VerifyMyFafsa Account.

The student creates an account and submits the required documentation.

Students will complete enrollment with BTECH.

Financial Aid will email the student a link to schedule a required Financial Aid Offer meeting.

Pell Grant is disbursed.

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Scholarships

Checklist

I have my Student ID

Letter of Recommendation

I have a personal history/career objective

I have my high school transcript

The Process

Apply for scholarships at https://btech.edu/scholarships (soft deadline (5th of each month).

BTECH emails a link to schedule a Scholarship Interview.

Interview with the Scholarship Committee (generally 3rd Tuesday of each month).

BTECH evaluates the interview rubric and available funds.

Notified of award results within 4 weeks.

The student will receive a link to schedule a meeting to accept the award.

BTECH disburses scholarships.

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Veterans

Complete the Veterans checklist.

Reach out to the VA Certifying Official at nmcinelly@btech.edu.

If you have any questions please make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor here.

Estimated Tuition
& Fees
Estimated
Equalized Payment
$3,036 $337
this is an estimate based on
Course fees may vary full-time enrollment
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Estimated Books
& Supplies
Pell
Eligible
Books and
supplies (ISBN/edition).
Yes
High School Adult Students:
Arranged
varies by school
M-Th, 8am - 8pm
Flexible Hours
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Hours
Per Week
Certificate
Duration
16-30  29 credits 
8-10 Months

Logan Campus
1301 West 600 North,
Logan, Utah 84321

The cost of attending school goes beyond the charges owed to the college. Other educational expenses a student should prepare for include such things as transportation, miscellaneous personal expenses, living expenses, dependent care, disability-related expenses, and costs associated with professional licensure, certification, or a first professional credential. Each cost of attendance element is defined by law and is outlined in college policy 770 Cost of Attendance.

Annually the college prepares a cost of attendance budget which estimates a student's expenses. More information about how the budget is determined and disclosed is discussed in the college's cost of attendance policy. In addition, see the consumer information item Cost of Attendance, as disclosed on the college's Consumer Information webpage. The current budget is available here: 23-24 Cost of Attendance/Budget. Costs are also published on each program page.

Outcome Data

Reported Annually to the Accrediting Agency Council on Occupational Education

Completion: 90%
Job Placement: 90%
Withdrawal: 10%

Outcome statistics are compiled annually based upon Training Outcome surveys conducted with students post-graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services Office personnel, and licensing agencies.

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Our Mission

The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced

methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region. 

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Hours of Operation

Logan Campus - Main
Telephone: 435-753-6780

Student Services
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed

 

Brigham City Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614

Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed

Campuses

Logan Campus - Main . 435-753-6780
1301 North 600 West, Logan, UT 84321

Brigham City Campus . 435-734-0614
325 West 1100 South Brigham City, UT 84302

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Join Chef Karen for fun, healthy cooking with demonstrations and hands-on cooking classes learning to prepare nourishing and delicious foods. These classes are fun and simple, packed with information to help motivate one to cook healthy. Included will be recipes, nutrition education, and having a fun time socially with others that are mind-alike in healthy eating. 

October 18
Creative Soups

In this class, Karen will demonstrate simple steps to creating a no-fail soup. Two soups will be demonstrated, including her famous creamy non-dairy Broccoli Cheeze soup. You will receive a guide with the basic steps to create any soup. Karen’s favorite soup recipes will be given out to try at home. Everyone will enjoy a bowl of soup and take turns helping with the demonstration.

November 4
Grain Free Muffins and Pancakes

In this workshop, Karen will demonstrate and let everyone assist in making muffins and pancakes. Each group will get to make different muffins and pancakes to share for everyone to take home. Learn how to bake with options other than white flour and sugar. Recipes will be included, along with a whole lot of fun baking and making.

November 18
Let's Saute! Stir Fry and Sides

In this hands-on workshop Karen will demonstrate and have everyone participate in making a fabulous stir fry and preparing side dishes that go well with stir fry’s. Learn about the importance of prep work and creating “make it easy” meals ahead of time for busy days. Take home what you make and receive some recipes to try at home.

December 6
Healthy Snacks and Treats

In this class, you will get to experience how to create some fun treats that are healthy and delicious. Karen will demonstrate a few and have some pre-made for sampling and recipes to take home. For example, energy bites, pudding, raw cookies, and granola. Everyone will get an opportunity to help out with the demonstration as well.

Instructor: Chef Karen is passionate about creating whole foods and educating about holistic nutrition and lifestyle. She is passionate about sharing, educating, and providing ideas to help others learn how to eat healthily for a better lifestyle.   

Refund Policy

Individuals are responsible for canceling their registration should they not be able to attend. Refunds will not be issued for non-attendance. Cancellations received before the first day of class will receive a 100% refund. No refunds, in whole or in part, will be given on or after the first day of class.
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Books and Supplies

How to Register

Price: Varies - See Codes Below

Location: Logan Campus

Date: Various Dates - See Codes Below

Time: Various Times - See Codes Below

Registration Code

 

Class Dates Day Time Code Cost
Tues Wed 6 - 7:30 pm CE41 0040 02 LC $25
Nov 4 Sat 10 - 12 noon CE41 0040 03 LC $40
Nov 18 Sat 10 - 12 noon CE41 0040 04 LC $40
Dec 6 Wed 6 - 7:30 pm CE41 0040 05 LC $25

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Our Mission

The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced

methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region. 

Job

DONATE

Graduation

ABOUT US

Jobs2

JOBS

Community3

COMMUNITY

Contact

CONTACT

Hours of Operation

Logan Campus - Main
Telephone: 435-753-6780

Student Services
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed

 

Brigham City Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614

Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed

Campuses

Logan Campus - Main . 435-753-6780
1301 North 600 West, Logan, UT 84321

Brigham City Campus . 435-734-0614
325 West 1100 South Brigham City, UT 84302