Dental Assisting Diploma Courses

Program Details
Award Diploma
Credits 47
Program Start Fall

Accepted students must attend a Mandatory Compliance Training session prior to beginning the first day of the program. Students will be notified of the Mandatory Compliance Training at their MORE orientation and registration session.

As a student in a health program at Hawkeye Community College, and to participate in clinicals, you will be required to complete the following screenings: Criminal background check, sex offender registry, child abuse registry, and dependent adult registry. The outcome could possibly affect your opportunities to participate in the clinical setting.

Bloodborne Pathogens, Infectious Disease, and Ionizing Radiation

As a student of the Allied Dental Programs at Hawkeye Community College, individuals may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, infectious disease, and ionizing radiation. The Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene Programs both educate students in policies which are outlined in the school catalog, student and faculty handbooks, and program policies and procedures manuals, which are effective in ensuring a safe environment. These items are clearly stated verbally and in written form and given to students, faculty, and staff of Hawkeye Community College through set exposure control guidelines.

Safety regarding ionizing radiation is effective and remains a primary focus, including the design of the radiology facilities, the monitoring of potential radiation through the use of the quarterly TLD badge system, and the registration and monitoring of all equipment in compliance with the State of Iowa regulations for safety. The units used for patient exposure allow for the least amount of radiation exposure when used on the film speed E or the phosphor plate sensors.

The Allied Dental Programs accept responsibility for assuring compliance with federal and state regulations regarding bloodborne pathogens standards and hazardous materials/communications. The Programs recognize the potential for bloodborne infectious disease in patients presenting for care in clinic, sterilization, radiology, and in the dental laboratory. Protocols in all clinic and support areas have been established to integrate the ethical, legal, and regulatory considerations.

2024–2025 Suggested Sequence of Study

The following suggested sequence of study is for new full-time students starting the program Fall 2024.

When registering for classes refer to Self-Service > Student Planning to view your specific program requirements, your progress, and ensure proper registration. See Registering for Credit Classes for registration information and instructions.

Courses and costs are subject to change. See what's included in the cost calculation.

You must achieve a minimum "C" grade in all courses that are required to complete the program.

Course Descriptions: Show All | Hide All

Term 1
BIO-163 Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology
Prior completion of both BIO-168 and BIO-173 with a minimum grade of C will be acceptable replacement for BIO-163.
4 credits $900.00
DEA-103 Orientation to Dental Assisting 2 credits $450.00
DEA-258 Dental Anatomy 4 credits $900.00
DEA-302 Dental Radiography 3 credits $1215.00
DEA-412 Dental Materials I 3 credits $845.00
DEA-513 Chairside Assisting I 4 credits $1601.00
Total Credits: 20
Total Tuition + Course Fees: $5,911.00
Remaining course fees after the Last-Dollar Scholarship is applied: $1,411.00

Term 2
DEA-262 Dental Sciences 1 credits $225.00
DEA-417 Dental Materials II 2 credits $630.00
DEA-514 Chairside Assisting II 2 credits $450.00
DEA-556 Assisting Clinic I 4 credits $1730.00
DEA-603 Dental Specialties 2 credits $450.00
DEA-701 Dental Office Procedures 1 credits $225.00
ENG-105 Composition I 3 credits $675.00
SPC-101 Fundamentals of Oral Communication 3 credits $675.00
Total Credits: 18
Total Tuition + Course Fees: $5,060.00
Remaining course fees after the Last-Dollar Scholarship is applied: $1,010.00

Term 3 – Summer
DEA-578 Dental Assisting Clinic II 10WK 5 credits $1125.00
DEA-591 Dental Assisting Seminar 1 credits $225.00
PSY-102 Human and Work Relations 3 credits $675.00 or
PSY-111 Introduction to Psychology 3 credits $675.00 or
SOC-110 Introduction to Sociology 3 credits $675.00
Total Credits: 9
Total Tuition + Course Fees: $2,025.00
Remaining course fees after the Last-Dollar Scholarship is applied: $0.00

Cost Calculations

Calculations are based on 2024–2025 resident tuition and fees and course fees.

Cost calculations are provided for informational purposes only and are not a guarantee of charges.

Course Cost Calculation

Resident tuition and fees per credit hour × course credits + course fee (if applicable).

Total Tuition + Course Fees Calculation

Sum of tuition and course fees for all courses for the term.

If more than one course can be taken to fulfill the requirement, the first course listed is used in the total tuition and fees calculation.

Remaining course fees after the Last-Dollar Scholarship is applied Calculation

Remaining course fees after tuition has been subtracted.

Students must apply for, be awarded, and meet the ongoing eligibility requirements for the Last-Dollar Scholarship.

See the Last-Dollar Scholarship Award Calculation

Additional costs not included in the cost calculations:

Contact Information

Program Director

Judy Poland
Grundy Hall 129
319-296-2329 ext.1352
Email Judy Poland

Administrative Assistant

Vickie Bogart
Grundy Hall 204A
319-296-4010
Email Vickie Bogart

Dean

Science and Health Sciences

Dr. Ginger Cameron
Grundy Hall 204E
319-296-4457
Email Dr. Ginger Cameron

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