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Course Overview
Cost: $449
The Dental Radiation Safety course provides dental professionals with the knowledge and hands-on training needed to safely take and process dental X-rays while following California radiation safety requirements.
Additionally, all applicants for Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) licensure must provide evidence of completion of an approved Dental Radiation Safety course.
This course requires a valid CPR card through the American Heart Association BLS or Red Cross BLS. Students who already have a valid CPR card should bring a copy of their card when attending class. Students must also show proof of completion of an approved Dental Infection Control Course.
What You’ll Learn
Build the practical skills needed to safely take and process dental X-rays through in-class lectures, instructional videos, and one-on-one training using dental X-ray manikins and live patients.
Accreditation
The course is licensed by the Dental Board of California and the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education in California and accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education (ACCET).
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Questions?
Here are a few things everyone asks. If you don’t see your question, reach out to see whether our Dental Radiation course is right for you.
This course is designed for dental professionals who need training in dental radiography and radiation safety. California dental assistants must have a California Radiation Safety certificate to take X-rays in a dental office, and applicants for Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) licensure must provide evidence that they have completed an approved Dental Radiation Safety course.
The Dental Radiation Safety course is 32 hours and can be completed in 4 days. Training is completed in person and includes lecture and hands-on practice.
Students who successfully complete HDMC’s Dental Radiation Safety course receive a Radiation Safety certificate. HDMC also notifies the California Dental Board following successful completion of the certification course.
Students must have a valid American Heart Association BLS or Red Cross BLS CPR card and provide proof of completion of an approved Dental Infection Control course. Students also use four of their own patients during the clinical portion of the course.
Yes. HDMC’s Dental Radiation Safety course is approved by the Dental Board of California to certify students in Radiation Safety.