Dental Assisting and Radiology
Certificate of Achievement Allied Health · Lake Tahoe Community College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Units: 21.0 units
The Dental Assisting and Radiology Program at LTCC is a year-long, three course sequence. In Dental Assisting and Radiology, Part 1 (HEA 147A), students learn the skills necessary to begin a career as an entry-level, back-office Dental Assistant. In Dental Radiology, Part 2 (HEA 147B), students learn anatomic interpretation, x-ray technique, and radiation safety. In Dental Radiology, Part 3 (Externship) (HEA 147C), students hone their workplace dental assisting skills and take part in a comprehensive externship placement experience. The radiology curriculum is approved by the Dental Board of California (DBC) and successful completion of the entire course sequence, to include HEA 147A, HEA 147B, and HEA 147C will culminate in a Lake Tahoe Community College Dental Assisting and Radiology Certificate of Achievement, and Dental Board of California (DBC) approved Radiation Safety and Infection Control certificates.
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Utilize appropriate decision-making skills and collaboration with others to deliver preventive oral health care to clients of various age groups and with complex health care problems.
2. Demonstrate accountability and practice professional roles when providing dental care for clients.
3. Provide care that is consistent with values, beliefs and cultural traditions when caring for clients with complex health needs.