Dental Assisting. What classes meet program requirements?

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1 What is the job outlook and salary range? Employment needs for Dental Assistants is expected to increase 29% nationwide by 2016, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The employment market for Dental Assistants is very good and there is a demand for those with this career training throughout Florida and the nation. The average salary for Dental Assistants in the Southeastern USA is $12 to $15 per hour. A range of career opportunities for trained Dental Assistants includes everything from chair-side assisting to education; work in specialty dental offices such as orthodontics, dental supply sales, insurance, public health and other fields. How are students admitted to the Northwest Florida State College program? All eligible applicants are accepted unless the number exceeds the space available, in which case a point system is used to select students. Students with the highest point totals are admitted first. If there is a tie among point totals, a random lottery among tied students is used to determine admission. What is the cost of the program? Total current tuition for the 41-credit program for in-state students is approximately $2,800. Out-of-state tuition is approximately four times the in-state tuition fee. Other cost estimates include: Uniform, $197; lab fees, $745; and books, $317. The total estimated cost to complete the program is $4,900. National Board Exam fee is $300. Is Financial Aid available? An extensive financial aid program through federal, state and local sources is available at NWF State College. Federal sources include the Pell grant, college work-study, loans and scholarships. For detailed information on financial aid and a complete list of available scholarships refer to the current NWF State College catalog, the NWF State College Financial Aid Office or visit the Financial Aid website at Local scholarship opportunities specific to the college s Health Technology programs are available to qualifying students through the NWFSC Foundation. For more information call If I ve taken courses at another college, will any count toward this program? Have your transcripts (work completed at regionally accredited colleges) sent to NWF State College s Registrar. The office and/or appropriate college staff will evaluate any previous courses you have taken and you will be notified if any may be applied to the certificate program. What classes meet program requirements? Core Courses Credit Hours DEA Pre-Clinical Procedures Theory DEA0020L... 3 Pre-Clinical Lab DES0400B... 2 Dental Anatomy DES Dental Materials DES0103L... 2 Dental Materials Lab DEA0803L... 3 Clinical Practice I DES Pharmacology & Dental Office Emergencies DES Interpersonal Communications Skills DES Dental Science DES Expanded Function Theory DES0830L... 2 Skills Seminar DEA0852L... 5 Clinical Practice II DEA Allied Dental Theory DES Practice Management DES Dental Radiology DES0205L... 3 Dental Radiology Lab DEA0851L... 6 Clinical Practice III DEA Seminar DES0206L... 3 Dental Radiology Lab II Total Vocational Credits Required...41

2 General Information The program at Northwest Florida State College is a 3-semester vocational program leading to a certificate in. The program provides students with the educational background and clinical experiences necessary for safe practice in the field of. The curriculum includes content in dental sciences, communications, dental assisting clinical science, and expanded functions. The NWF State College program requires full-time enrollment. Students who successfully complete the program receive a certificate for in the state of Florida including those expanded duties successfully completed in the program and legally delegated to dental assistants according to the Florida Dental Practice Act. Students are also prepared to take the Dental Assisting National Board examination to receive a national credential. Accreditation The NWF State College program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. The Commission on Dental Accreditation is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) or 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL Northwest Florida State College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate and associate degrees, certificates and diplomas. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia or call for questions about the accreditation of Northwest Florida State College. What is a Dental Assistant? Dental Assistants perform various patient care, office and laboratory duties in both small and large dental practices. Dental Assistants help make patients as comfortable as possible, prepare patients for treatment and obtain dental records. During a patient exam, Dental Assistants work chair-side with the dentist as part of the dental team. They hand instruments and materials to dentists, and keep patients mouths clear by using suction or other devices. They also sterilize instruments, prepare tray setups for dental procedures, and instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care. Dental Assistants may perform expanded functions such making impressions and preparing materials for restorations, making radiographs, and processing dental x-ray film. They also may remove sutures, apply topical anesthetics to gums as well as cavity-preventive agents to teeth, remove excess cement used in restorative procedures, place rubber dams on the teeth to isolate them for individual treatment, clean and polish removable appliances, and make temporary crowns. Laboratory duties include making casts from preliminary impressions. Dental Assistants with front office duties schedule and confirm appointments, receive patients, keep treatment records, send bills, receive payments, and order dental supplies. Call (850) An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Institution 1/10 Plan Now for Admission to New students are admitted to once per academic year. A new class of students begins each Fall Term. See the NWF State College Dental Assisting website at for program information and application deadlines or contact the office at (850) To be eligible for admission you must: Have a high school diploma or GED. If you have not yet completed a diploma you may apply for admission, but must complete a diploma before you are admitted. Submit NWF State College Admission and residency forms. Submit the online Nursing and Allied Health Program application for admission between October 1 st - June 1 st. Request official transcripts from high school, GED or any post-high school institution attended. A copy of unofficial transcripts may be initially submitted with your application. Items required of students admitted to the program: A physical exam with immunizations, CPR, the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE), Hogan Personality Inventory, and a background check.

3 Early Childhood Education What classes meet program requirements? What is the job outlook? Students completing the A.A.S. degree in Early Childhood Education at Northwest Florida State College will complete all requirements for the Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) and the Florida Director Credential. Early Childhood teachers may advance to administrative positions in child care/early education programs. There is currently a regional shortage of Early Childhood teachers. The local salary range is $8 to $14 per hour. When are the classes taught? Can I work while enrolled? The majority of coursework in this program is offered in the evening, on weekends and through distance learning to accommodate working students. Classes are offered primarily at the NWF State College Niceville campus. The majority of students seeking the A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education are already employed in the Early Childhood Education field. What is the cost of the program? NWF State College fees are the lowest in Florida of any college or university. A special in-state fee is available at NWF State College for Alabama residents. Expenses, such as textbooks and materials, are additional. See for current fees. For more information call Is Financial Aid available? The mission of NWF State College is to serve everyone who can benefit from a college education. NWF State College offers an extensive financial aid program. More than $13 million in financial assistance is awarded to NWF State College students annually through federal, state, and local grants, college work-study, loans and scholarships. For detailed information on financial aid and a complete list of available scholarships, refer to the NWF State College catalog, the NWF State College Financial Aid Office or visit the Financial Aid website at Local scholarships are available through the NWFSC Foundation. For more information call I ve taken courses at another college, will these count toward this program? Have transcripts of work completed at any other regionally accredited college sent to the NWF State College Registrar s Office. Appropriate college staff will evaluate any previous courses you have taken and you will be notified if any may be applied to the Early Childhood Education program of study. Associate of Applied Science degree: General Courses Education Credit Hours Communications...3 Humanities...3 Mathematics...3 Science...4 Social Science...3 General Education Elective...2 General Education Credits Required...18 (See approved courses for general education in current catalog) Core Courses Credit Hours CHD Programs for Young Children CHD2432A...3 Curriculum for Young Children I DEP Child Growth & Development I CHD Observing and Recording Child Behavior HUN2410A...3 Child Nutrition and Health CHD Guidance for Young Children CHD Parenting Education CHD Child Development Internship CHD Infants and Toddlers CHD2332A...3 Curriculum for Young Children II CHD2334A...3 Curriculum for Young Children III CHD2337A...3 Curriculum for Young Children IV CHD Early Childhood Program Administration Technical Education Electives...6 (See approved courses in current NWFSC catalog.) Total Technical Education Courses Required...45 Total College Credits Required...63

4 Early Childhood Education General Information The Early Childhood Education program at Northwest Florida State College is a two year program of study leading to an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Early Childhood Education. Students may also complete college credit certificates in Preschool, Infant/Toddler, Child Care Management and Child Development/Early Intervention while completing the A.A.S. degree requirements. The program provides students with the educational background necessary to implement developmentally appropriate practices in a high quality early childhood education program. The NWF State College program includes content in child development, nutrition, health and safety, classroom teaching practices, assessment of young children, working with families, guidance and discipline, and administration in early childhood education settings. Accreditation Northwest Florida State College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate and associate degrees, certificates and diplomas. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia or call for questions about the accreditation of Northwest Florida State College. What is an Early Childhood Education Teacher? Early Childhood Education teachers work in a variety of settings. These settings include private and public childcare programs, Head Start, military childcare programs, and private and public preschool and pre-kindergarten programs. Early childhood teachers work in classrooms with children from age birth to pre- Kindergarten. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe and healthy environment, planning and implementing the daily program, completing developmental assessments on young children, and communicating with families. Plan now to begin Early Childhood Education New students may be admitted at any time during the year. Complete admission forms and schedule your free academic advising appointment. (850) Beverly Sandlin, Director Early Childhood Education or (850) Advising To begin the program you must: Have a high school diploma or GED high school equivalent diploma. If you have not yet completed a diploma you may apply for admission, but must complete a diploma before you are admitted as a degree-seeking student. Submit NWF State College admission and residency forms to NWF State College. Call (850) Department of Early Childhood Education An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Institution 4/09 Request official transcripts from high school, GED or any post-secondary institution attended. Meet with an advisor to plan a program of study before enrolling in classes.

5 Paramedic State College PARAMEDIC College Credit Certificate Prospective Paramedic Student, Thank you for considering the Programs at Northwest Florida State College. The Programs faculty are dedicated to your goal of becoming a Paramedic. We have developed a program that will allow you to become not only a trained Paramedic, but also an educated pre-hospital provider of advanced emergency medical care. The NWF State College program provides you the opportunity to advance in your career through conveniently scheduled local classes and clinical experiences. Whether you are learning in our modern classrooms or labs, utilizing our dedicated health technologies computer lab, training on high-tech equipment or gaining experience through our diverse local clinical sites, we believe our program will exceed your expectations. We have integrated advanced certifications into our program that will help make you a sound practitioner and a more marketable Paramedic. The shortage of Paramedics in our area is undeniable and you have an opportunity to help bolster advanced life support services in our community. The critical need, availability of local education, and NWF State College s modern equipment and dedicated faculty make this the time to advance your pre-hospital career. Are you ready to take the next step? Are you ready to become a Paramedic? If your answer is yes, then join our Paramedic program which begins every Fall. Please contact the programs office at if you have any questions or would like to tour our facility. Is Financial Aid Available? NWF State College fees are among the lowest in Florida of any state college or university. A special in-state fee is available at NWF State College for Alabama residents. The college offers an extensive financial aid program with more than $13 million awarded to NWF State College students annually through federal, state, and local grants, college work-study, loans and scholarships. For information, refer to the NWF State College catalog, the NWF State College Financial Aid Office or visit the Financial Aid website at For more information call Admissions is through a limited access application process. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the Paramedic certification exam. The curriculum forms the core of the Emergency Medical Services A.S. degree; students may add on general education credits and some college credit electives to the Paramedic certificate and earn the A.S. degree. Students interested in pursuing this program should contact the Programs Manager at (850) or reedb@nwfsc.edu. Core Courses DSC BSC HSC C 2232C L 2436L 2425L C 2020C 1531 College Credits Defensive Tactics... 1 Paramedic Processes I... 5 Paramedic Processes II... 5 Paramedic Processes III... 1 Advanced Extrication... 1 Paramedic Lab I... 5 Paramedic Lab II... 5 Paramedic Internship... 5 Twelve-Lead EKG Interpretation... 1 Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)... 1 International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)... 1 Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)... 1 Issues in Disaster Response... 1 Advanced Clinical Internship... 2 Human Structure and Function... 4 Medical Terminology... 3 Other approved college credits (CCJ,, FFP preferred) Total Program Credits Required... 42

6 Paramedic General Information Northwest Florida State College offers a three-semester program of study leading to Paramedic certification. NWF State College also offers an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Emergency Medical Services. New students are accepted into the Paramedic program once per academic year, beginning studies in the Fall term. The Paramedic program at NWF State College prepares students to apply for the examination to become a Florida certified or Nationally Registered Paramedic. The program offers students the opportunity for career advancement through education in the college s state-of-the-art health program facilities. The NWF State College program blends classroom instruction with hands-on skills training and real-world clinical education to prepare students to excel as Paramedics. The 42-credit hour program is offered at NWF State College s low tuition rate. Paramedic courses are taught at the NWF State College Niceville campus with general education coursework available at all NWF State College locations. Current Florida EMT certification is required to be admitted to the Paramedic program. Accreditation Northwest Florida State College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate and associate degrees, certificates and diplomas. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia or call for questions about the accreditation of Northwest Florida State College. Are you ready to become a Paramedic? Everyday, lives depend on quick and competent pre-hospital medicine. Paramedics are the highest trained and educated pre-hospital provider of emergency medicine. In the NWF State College Paramedic program, students are provided the highest quality education to prepare them to become competent leaders in the high pace work of Emergency Medical Services. The program incorporates advanced learning opportunities by integrating Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, International Trauma Life Support, response to disasters and advanced clinical education. May I earn a college degree? Courses for the Paramedic certificate also form the core of the Emergency Medical Services () Associate of Science degree program. Students who complete the Paramedic program may add on general education credits and some college electives to the Paramedic certificate to earn the A.S. degree. Call the Programs Office (850) An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Institution 7/09 Apply NOW for Admission to the Northwest Florida State College Paramedic program Classes Begin Each Fall To apply, download an application at or contact the Programs office at (850) To apply you must: Possess current Florida EMT certification Have a high school diploma or GED Request official transcripts from high school, GED or any postsecondary institution attended Take the Florida College Placement test (FCPT) offered for free at any NWF State College campus Complete NWF State College general admissions forms and the Paramedic program application See the admissions packet for complete application procedures and requirements