DTL 121 - Orientation to Dental Assisting and Office Management

2 Credits

This course is designed to provide the student with a solid foundation to become skilled in effectively using the correct terminology when dealing with various people in various situations. The skills learned in this course can be used when building relationships with people as related to success with patients, co-workers, and employers. Also provides in-depth understanding of the dentist’s and auxiliary’s ethical and legal responsibilities to patients each other. Emphasis is placed on the auxiliary’s role in risk management. An introduction to basic office procedures used on a daily basis is included.