This intensive two-week hybrid (online and clinical component) course trains dental assistants in the fundamentals of dental radiography. Approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry, the successful completion of this course will render the Dental Assistant qualified to expose radiographs in practices located in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
The Dental Radiology Certificate Program will explore the basics of dental radiology, including x-ray physics, characteristics of radiation, the dental x-ray machine, effects of radiation exposure, radiation protection, image receptors, digital radiography, dental radiographic anatomy, and intra and extra-oral radiographic procedures. Students will gain experience exposing digital radiographs and correctly mounting them using a digital mount. This experience will be gained by hands-on exposure on a manikin and hands-on placement on both a manikin and a lab partner. A final laboratory competency consists of exposure and evaluation of a full mouth series on a live patient selected by the student.
Upon completion of this introductory course in dental radiology, each student will be able to:
Students will be awarded a certificate upon successful completion of all course requirements.
Fee: $429
An Individual Training Account (ITA) is an account set up on behalf of an adult or dislocated worker to pay for training services. The purpose of the ITA is to give program participants maximum choice in selecting a training program.
One-Stop Career Centers determine the dollar amount limits, time limits, and other requirements for use of ITA accounts.
If you are approved for an ITA account, you must choose your training services from the statewide list of ITA-approved programs. A One-Stop Career Center employment counselor will give you information to help you make an informed choice about how to spend your ITA funds.
You can use the Mass.gov Department of Workforce Training's Online Services Training Course Search to find ITA-approved training programs that meet your needs. Select "ITA" from the Approved Course Type drop-down box to find ITA-approved programs.
To apply for the Adult and Dislocated Worker Program and Individual Training Account (ITA) funds, visit your One-Stop Career Center, or call the Division of Career Services at 617-626-5300.
To find the Career Center nearest you, see Find a Career Center near You on the Department of Workforce Development web site.
For more information about One-Stop Career Centers in Massachusetts, see One-Stop Career Centers.
One week prior to the start of classes
The online class is on the Blackboard platform and has four modules. Class opens on Monday, September 30, 2024. You must successfully complete all modules by the last lab. These are asynchronous modules that can be completed at any time and at your convenience. Full instructions and your Blackboard credentials will be provided before the start of the online classes. There will be a web-based final examination at the conclusion of the course.
Participation in all lab sections for a total of 12 hours is required to complete this course. The posted lab offerings are not optional nor interchangeable. This will occur during the last lab of the course section.
One week prior to the start of classes
The online class is on the Blackboard platform and has four modules. Class opens on Monday, December 2, 2024. You must successfully complete all modules by the last lab. These are asynchronous modules that can be completed at any time and at your convenience. Full instructions and your Blackboard credentials will be provided before the start of the online classes. There will be a web-based final examination at the conclusion of the course.
Participation in all lab sections for a total of 12 hours is required to complete this course. The posted lab offerings are not optional nor interchangeable. This will occur during the last lab of the course section.
Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques, ed.5. Elsevier, 2017
Iannucci and Howerton
ISBN: 978-0-323-29742-4
Required Lab Apparel
Clean lab coats and scrubs
Book may be purchased in the STCC Bookstore, on Amazon or other book vendors.
Course PoliciesWithdraw prior to the start of class* - 100% Refund
No Refunds will be given once class begins
In the absence of a written third party contractual agreement stating otherwise, all refunds will be issued to the student. Credit card payments will be refunded directly to the credit card if processed within thirty days of the payment.
The STCC Workforce Training office reserves the right to cancel any course that does not meet minimum enrollment requirements.
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In compliance with Springfield Technical Community College's policy and equal access laws, disability-related accommodations are available. Students who desire such accommodations should provide documentation of a disability to register with the Office of Disability Services (ODS). Proper registration will enable ODS counselors to verify the disability and determine reasonable academic accommodations
Salary & Job TrendsTo view Dental Radiology Certificate Program related careers, live job listings, and average salaries please see STCC’s Career Coach.
For questions or interest in our current or future programs, please complete our Workforce Development Program Inquiry Form, and one of our Recruitment and Retention Specialists will contact you promptly. For all other questions, please use the contact below.
The STCC Workforce Development Center
Building 27, Second Floor
Go to Building 27, 2nd floor to register for the course or call (413) 755-4225.
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