Education
The SOUTHERN MARYLAND DENTAL SOCIETY is announcing its new class schedule. The following courses will be offered for the Dental Team. If the dates listed are not convenient, please call our office for the next available time. Classes canceled due to inclement weather, etc. will be rescheduled as our calendar permits.Students are required to purchase the appropriate non-returnable books & handout packages for each course.
Fluency in English is required.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
Classes are held in Suite 304 at our College Park address unless otherwise indicated. The provisions of this publication are not to be regarded as a contract between the student and Southern Maryland Dental Society (SMDS).The SMDS reserves the right to change any provision or requirement when such action will serve the interests of the SMDS and other applicants. The SMDS further reserves the right to ask a student to withdraw when it considers such action in the best interest of the SMDS. Class size is limited. SMDS is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons to the end that no person, on the grounds of sex, race, age, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status or status as a qualified individual with a disability shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity of the SMDS.
| Dental Assisting Radiology & Basic Anatomy: Tuition: SMDS Member $360. Non-Member $430. Plus Book Package. $135. This course prepares the dental assistant who is employed in a dental office to sit for the DANB Exam in Radiation Health & Safety Certification. All clinical practice takes place at the student’s place of employment (including bringing in some x-rays). Course requirements: 18 years of age, H. S. grad. or equivalency, and the signature of employing dentist on the application verifying employment & commitment of clinical supervision. See MD State Board Pathways below. A total of 33 hours of class time. DATES: 1. January 18,23,25,30, Feb. 1,6,8,13,15,22,27, 2012 TIME: 6:00-9:00p.m., Mon. & Wed., LOCATION: SMDS Classroom, College Park
2. March 26, 28, April 9,11,16, 18 ,23 ,25, 30, May 2, 7, 2012. TIME: 6:30-9:30 p.m. LOCATION: Prince Georges Community College, Largo Campus. |
Radiology Refresher Hours or Review: Tuition: SMDS Member $140. Non-Member $180. This 8 hour class is For students who have and are preparing to take the state board exam or need refresher hours to renew their Maryland license. Please bring a bag lunch. Soft drinks will be provided. Course Requirements: Passing the regular x-ray course. A total of 8 hours of class time. DATE : March 10, 2012 **Some evening hours available. Please call the office for dates and time. |
Expanded Functions in General: Tuition: SMDS Member Fee $505. Non-Member Fee.$570 and Book Package Fee $185. Successful completion of this course enables the student to sit for the Maryland Qualified Dental Assistants Examination and to perform general expanded duties as specified by the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners. All clinical practice takes place at the student’s place of employment. The employing dentist must sign the application verifying office experience, employment and a commitment of clinical support. DATES: February 2,9,16,23, Mar..1,8,15,22,29, Apr.5,12,19,26, 2012 A total of 13 Classes TIME: 6:30-9:30 pm. at College Park Classroom |
Infection Control Update: Tuition: SMDS Member $90. or Non-Member $150. (2 Credit Hours) This course meets annual training in Infection Control for dentist's relicensure and D.A. Rad. Tech required continuing education. DATE: Feb. 23, Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
May 9, Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m. |
Annual Ortho Expanded Functions: Tuition: SMDS Member $440. Non-Member $500 and Book Pkg. $225.00 This lecture and demonstration course is 35 hours long & designed for dental assistants who wish to prepare for the MD State Board Exam. This course given once a year. All clinical practice takes place at the student’s place of employment. The employing dentist must sign the application verifying employment & a commitment of clinical support. (10 weeks) TIME: 6:00-9:30 pm. at College Park Facility. DATE: August 2012 |
TO REGISTER
Download the application and return it at least 10 days prior to the starting date along with your payment to: Southern Maryland Dental Society, 4920 Niagara Road, Suite 306, College Park, Maryland 20740.
REFUNDS
Refunds can only be given if you withdraw 10 days prior to the first class. A $30.00 administration fee will be charged for your refunds or transfers.
Books can be picked up during regular office hours once registration and payment is complete. Classes are held in Suite 304 at this same address unless indicated.
Checks are to be made payable to the Southern Maryland Dental Society (SMDS). We do not take credit cards.
For additional information contact Janice Farber at 301-345-4196 or smdsjanice@verizon.net.
MARYLAND STATE BOARD OF DENTAL EXAMINERS APPROVED PATHWAYS
FOR CERTIFIED RADIATION TECHNICIAN
ALL PATHWAYS REQUIRE A BOARD APPROVED RADIATION COURSE (Source MSDA)
Pathway I
* 18 years of age
* 3 months (300 hours full time in clinical setting in dental office)
* basic oral anatomy course
* must be employed in a dental office for direct clinical supervision
Pathway II
* 18 years of age
* Pre-test taken for acceptance in radiology course (basic oral anatomy and dental terminology)
If student fails pre-test, must take basic dental assisting course.
* Must be employed in dental office for direct clinical supervision.
Pathway III
* Basic Dental Assisting Course prior to Board approved Radiology Course (18 years of age for Radiology),not taken concurrently
* Must be employed in dental office for direct clinical supervision, unless classroom facility offers hands on clinical.