This entry-level (non-CDA) Workforce Dental Assisting Program prepares students to
perform basic dental assisting skills. This program prepares students to work within
Rhode Island as a dental assistant and will qualify students to sit for two out of
the three DANB certification examinations. This program is a 14-week full-time program
and includes an externship. The main role of the Dental Assistant is to assist the
dentist in a variety of office functions. Responsibilities vary depending upon the
office. In most offices the dental assistant plays a large role in four-handed dental
assisting, maintaining CDC, OSHA and the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard requirements
and are directly involved in the disinfection and the sterilization process.
Prerequisites:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Strong interest in working in dental healthcare
- GED or High School Diploma
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- RI residents preferred, but not required
- Must commit to working in RI with a focus on Newport County
- Legally eligible to work in RI
Program Information:
When: September 15 - December 17, 2025, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, 9:30am
to 4:00pm
Where: Lectures at CCRI Newport Campus
Clinicals at East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP), Newport, RI
Cost: FREE for qualified participants!
Please check back in December for Spring 2026 course. Complete our Program Inquiry
Form below to be added to our program mailing list.
If interested in applying, please complete our Program Inquiry Form.
Program Inquiry Form
Details
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Cost - No charge! This program is free for all that qualify and are accepted.
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Time Commitment - 14 weeks
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Contact - Laurie Cepeda, For more information, please complete the Program Inquiry Form