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Blue Cliff College
Blue Cliff College - Metairie, LA
Blue Cliff College Offers:
- Quality instruction, training, and career placement in the allied health and beauty fields for over 25 years
- Blue Cliff College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
- Dedicated support to help students achieve success in healthcare and beauty careers
Choose From:
- Day, evening, or online classes
- Financial aid options for eligible students
- Graduate career placement assistance
Campus Location
3200 Cleary Ave, Metairie , LA 70002
Dental Assisting Program
Dental assistants play a hands-on role in keeping a dental practice running smoothly. Responsibilities include preparing instruments, taking X-rays, educating patients on oral hygiene, managing records and appointments, and sanitizing equipment.
Program Length
Blue Cliff College's Dental Assisting diploma requires 958 hours (59 credits) to complete. Both daytime and evening class schedules are available:
- Daytime: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (11 months)
- Evening: Monday through Friday, 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm (15 months)
Occasional weekend sessions may also be required, held Saturday or Sunday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
What the Program Covers
Students gain exposure to a wide range of subjects throughout the program, including:
- Anatomy, physiology, and oral histology
- Tooth form, structure, and preventive dentistry
- Dental health and nutrition
- Infection control and radiography
- Dental laboratory procedures and orthodontics
- Patient care and healthcare laws (OSHA and HIPAA)
- Dental office administration and management
Externship
Toward the end of the program, students complete an externship in a working dental office, gaining real-world experience under the guidance of licensed professionals.
3200 Cleary Ave
Metairie,