1436 S. Independence Blvd Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Dental Careers Foundation

757-289-4543

Dental Careers Foundation

757-289-4543

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Reach NEW Career goals as a Dental Assistant!

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Reach NEW Career goals as a Dental Assistant!

Call NOW

About us

Our Healthcare Mission

A career in Dental Assisting is an exciting and challenging one. It is a job that is never the same from one day to the next. If you are a people person, enjoy meeting and helping people with their dental health care and making beautiful smiles, then this is the profession for you.

Started in 1997, Dental Careers Foundation is the oldest and most experienced dental assisting program of its kind in the Tidewater Area. You will be taught in a premier dental office and learn from dental professionals who practice and teach the most current up-to-date methods. You will not find a better place to learn practical Dental Assisting techniques.

If you wish to obtain information on our Virginia Beach Dental Assisting Training Program... CLICK HERE

There is no substitute for experience.

Dental Careers Foundation is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for VA (SCHEV).

Dental Careers Foundation is an approved school for the

MYCAA Program where payments toward tuition can be up to $4000.

Dr. John Kordulak is the owner of Dental Careers Foundation.

Classes are taught at The Foleck Center, a consistent Best of the Beach winner.

Our DENTAL ASSISTING Program

Course Info

Course Outline

During the course of study, students learn the operation of all equipment, instrumentation and materials commonly used in a general dental practice. All students receive in excess of 8 hours of instruction in radiology. Our students will also be exposed to many of the “expanded duties” of dental assisting. Details are outlined below.

Tuition includes Healthcare BLS certification, VDH Radiation Certification, all books and materials.

The following subjects are covered in depth from both a didactic and a practical clinical experience.

I. Dental Theory and Terminology
A. Dental and oral anatomy, tooth identification and numbering system
B. Instrument nomenclature and identification for all aspects of General Dentistry
C. Dental terminology
D. Equipment operation, chair positioning, assistant equipment usage
E. Treatment options available, depending on oral conditions

II. Four-Handed Dental Assisting
A. Instrument transfer techniques, chair-side assisting and patient suctioning
B. Chairside doctor-patient-assistant positioning
C. Tub and tray systems of instruments and materials
D. Familiarity and use of instruments and materials in assisting for:
1. Operative Dentistry-amalgam and composite restorations
2. Oral Surgery - instruments, procedures and post-op protocol
3. Crown and Bridge - polyvinyl "gun type" & computer scanning impression taking, temporary fabrication, cord packing (done by the Dr.) hemostatic agents, introduction into various crown types
4. Endodontics - instruments, medicaments and materials: how and why they are used
5. Periodontics - disease origin and usual treatment methods
6. Pedodontics - commonalty and differences in treating children vs. adult patients and introduciton to treatment of special needs children
7. Orthodontics - braces, wire and ligature placement. Clear aligners such as Invisalign ®.

III. Radiology
A. X-ray theory and technique, use of Rinn© holders and other methods
B. Intraoral, bitewing and endodontic exposure methods
C. Introduction to Digital X-rays.
D. X-ray identification, interpretation, safety and precautions

IV. Impressions and Model Trimming
A. Impression materials and practice in their uses: alginates, poly vinyl siloxane, etc.
B. Wax bites, triple tray impressions
C. Model pouring and trimming

D. Computerized impression taking

V. Cements and Liners
A. Introduction to various cements and liners used in dentistry
B. Practice mixing cements and liners

VI. Sterilization Techniques
A. Sterilization theory and terminology, autoclave operation
B. Instrument and equipment sterilization / disinfection
C. Treatment room disinfection and asepsis techniques
D. Handpiece care and maintenance

VII. Job Interview Preparation and Constructing a Professional Resume

VIII. Dental Office Internship

Class Schedule

John L. Kordulak, D.D.S. – Director of Education

Classes duration 12 weeks.

Winter SEMESTER BEGINS:
Saturday, January 20, 2024, 9:00 AM

Classes are taught on Saturdays from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Call 757-289-4543 for eligible spaces remaining for WINTER SEMESTER.

You will also be required to complete at least 60 hours of internship in a dental office. Our students are given the privilege to intern with Dr. Kordulak and his colleagues at the Foleck Center.

OPEN HOUSE:
For registered students:
TBA
The Foleck Center
1436 S. Independence Blvd.
Virginia Beach 23462

Register Early! WINTER CLASSES ARE FILLING!

The instructor is available to meet with students, by appointment, outside of classroom hours.

Dental Assisting Job Placement & Certificate

Job Placement & Certificate

All Students satisfactorily completing the course will receive a certificate in Dental Assisting along with a letter of recommendation. Following the training in this twelve-week course, students will have the confidence and skills necessary to apply for a Dental Assistant position.

Additionally, many doctors call our office asking for a list of our recent graduates. We also inform our current class of any doctors needing Dental Assistants so that they may apply directly for the position. Many of our students obtain jobs as Dental Assistants before finishing the course.

Part of the training will involve the Job Interview itself, how to prepare for it, how to dress, what to say, etc. So often jobs are lost during the first five minutes of the interview. We feel it is important to train the student in this area as well so that they will stand out from the rest of those competing for the same position.

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Catch the Wave to a Career as a Dental Assistant

Catch the Wave to Your New Career

Dental Careers Foundation

Experience Counts

Summer 2023 Graduating Class

“Smiles that Sparkle and Dreams that Soar! Thrilled to celebrate the graduation of our talented dental assisting school class from Summer 2023.

From learning the art of care to perfecting those chairside skills, we’re ready to shine in the world of dentistry.

Dr. John Kordulak

Owner of Dental Careers Foundation.

Serving Dental Professional since 1997

Through the years at Dental Careers

Dr Kordulak and student demonstrating techniques of assisting.

Through the years at Dental Careers

Fall Dental Assitant Students

Training in the latest dental TECHNOLOGY

Exciting news at our dental assistant school! 🦷✨ We’re thrilled to announce that we now offer training in Itero™ Scanning, bringing the latest technology to our curriculum. Equip yourself with valuable skills for the future of dental care. Join us and stay ahead in the field! #DentalAssistant #IteroScanning #DentalTraining

Dental Careers Foundation

Dental Careers Foundation

Reach NEW Career goals as a Dental Assistant!

Reach NEW Career goals as a Dental Assistant!

About us

Our Healthcare Mission

Our DENTAL ASSISTING Program

Course Info

Class Schedule

Class Schedule

Tuition

Dental Assisting Job Placement & Certificate

Job Placement & Certificate

Frequently Asked Questions

Student Feedback

Catch the Wave to a Career as a Dental Assistant

Catch the Wave to Your New Career

Summer 2023 Graduating Class

Dr. John Kordulak

Through the years at Dental Careers

Through the years at Dental Careers

Fall Dental Assitant Students

Training in the latest dental TECHNOLOGY

Contact Us

Dental Careers Foundation

Hours

Get in Touch!

Dental Careers Foundation

Dental Careers Foundation

Reach NEW Career goals as a Dental Assistant!

Reach NEW Career goals as a Dental Assistant!

About us

Our Healthcare Mission

Our DENTAL ASSISTING Program

Course Info

Class Schedule

Class Schedule

Tuition

Dental Assisting Job Placement & Certificate

Job Placement & Certificate

Frequently Asked Questions

Student Feedback

Social

Catch the Wave to a Career as a Dental Assistant

Catch the Wave to Your New Career

Summer 2023 Graduating Class

Dr. John Kordulak

Through the years at Dental Careers

Through the years at Dental Careers

Fall Dental Assitant Students

Training in the latest dental TECHNOLOGY

Contact Us

Dental Careers Foundation

Hours

Get in Touch!

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