CHERRYPICKERFoothill College
D A 51B
INTERMEDIATE CLINICAL DENTAL ASSISTING · 3 units
Where this page’s information comes from
- Foothill catalogcourse record · 2026-2027
- FHDA class listingsFall 2026 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
About this course
This course provides students with entry-level skills for working in periodontal, oral surgery, and orthodontic specialty practices. Students will learn the allowable duties for the Registered Dental Assistant in specialty practice settings, including an introduction to the specific instruments and equipment used. Preclinical skill development is integrated into the laboratory sessions to prepare students for clinical practice experiences and to care for patients across the lifespan. Intended for students in the Dental Assisting Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.
Sections this term
Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:00 PM UTCNo section is scheduled at Foothill College for Fall 2026. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
The Foothill catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.
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