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 documented chairside
experience in a dental office
- CPR Certification or complete EMS-100 Basic Life Support
(CPR)
Cost – Financial Assistance
Costs associated with the EFDA Certificate are a combination of
tuition and a
first semester course fee of $3,258, which covers supplies and
the course textbook.
Many students work for an employer with tuition benefits that can
be used to cover or assist with costs to complete the EFDA
Certificate. Incoming students are encouraged to connect with
their employer to see what financial assistance may be available
to them.
The EFDA certificate is eligible for a
short-term certificate grant available to students with
demonstrated financial need, as well as for students who are
currently in or exiting foster care. To be considered for
the grant, students must submit an application and satisfy
the requirements on the application. Only foster youth should
complete the application noted for foster youth.
