New program starts in autumn semester 2022
This certificate program trains certified dental assistants in
the art of restorative dentistry. Graduates are eligible to sit
for the EFDA exam through the Commission on Dental Testing. EFDAs
perform advanced remediable intra-oral dental procedures
(sealants and fillings) under the supervision of a licensed
dentist.
Location, Class Days/Times
The EFDA certificate is offered
through a partnership with Career and Technology Education
Centers of Licking County (CTEC). Students enroll at COTC
and take classes at CTEC’s campus:
150 Price
Road
Newark, Ohio 43055
Classes will typically be offered at CTEC on Mondays and
Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 pm. Please note, the days/time may
be subject to change; however, the EFDA Certificate is
intended to be offered in the evenings so dental
assistants can continue to work during the day.
Enrollment Requirements
To enroll in this certificate program, you must:
- Be a certified dental assistant (CDA) or a registered dental
assistant (RDA)
- Have at least two years of chairside experience in a dental
office
- Complete EMS-100 or have the American Heart
Association’s Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
including Adults, Children and Infants certification
Tuition Assistance
The EFDA certificate is eligible for a short-term
certificate grant available to students with demonstrated
financial need as well as students who are currently in or
exiting foster care. Each student may receive a one-time
grant of up to $2,000 to assist with tuition and fees (the
grant does not include or cover the cost of books and supplies).
To be considered, students must submit and satisfy the
requirements on the Short-term Certificate
Grant Application or the Short-term Certificate Foster Youth
Grant Application.
