Gain a solid education in dental radiology
There are only a few programs for dental assisting in Maine that focus on dental radiology; therefore, knowing which program is right for you is a matter of careful consideration. Most radiology courses are accompanied with a full range of dental assisting courses to round out the dental assisting education. Whether you are looking for a full degree in dental hygiene or a professional certificate, one of Maine's programs should work for your professional goals.
University of Maine at Augusta
The University of Maine at Augusta offers an accredited certificate program that focuses on dental assisting with competencies in dental radiology, microbiology, oral pathology, and nutrition. The 42-hour program is designed to prepare dental assistants for a career as a dental assistant or dental radiology assistant. In addition there is a 300-hour clinical rotation in the final spring semester. For application materials contact the University of Maine at Augusta.
46 University Drive
Augusta, ME 04330-9410
877-862-1234
uma.edu
University of New England
The University of New England offers a Dental Assistant Radiology Exam Course. This course is designed to assist dental assistants with a desire to specialize in dental radiology and properly prepare for the dental radiology licensing exam. The course is offered in a weekend format and typically lasts from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for two consecutive days. For enrollment information, contact the University of New England.
University of New England
Attn: Office of Continuing Professional Education
716 Stevens Avenue
Portland, ME 04103
207-221-4343
une.edu
Dental Careers Institute
The Dental Careers Institute offers certificate programs in dental hygiene and dental assisting with a focus on dental radiology. The program offers clinical experience and hands-on education for dental assisting and radiology techniques. Contact the Dental Careers Institute in Portland Maine for further information on program requirements and admissions.
Dental Careers Institute
25 Long Creek Drive Suite 5
South Portland, ME 04106
202-773-5417
dentalcareersllc.com
Concord's Community College
Concord's Community College has both a dental hygiene assistant degree and a professional certificate. Both programs offer courses on X-Ray technology and radiology assisting. The full degree program is a 78-hour curriculum accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association, and the certificate program is also accredited by the same accrediting body and requires 40--44 hours for completion. Contact Concord's Community College for further application information.
NHTI Concord's Community College
31 College Drive
Concord, NH 03301
603-271-7134
nhti.edu
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