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.

Dental Assisting Radiology & Basic Anatomy:

Tuition: SMDS Member $345. Non-Member $410. 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:

July 26,28, Aug. 2,4,9,11,16,18,23,25,30    Time: Mon. & Wed.6:00-9:00 at Mont. College, Gaithersburg

Oct 4,6,13,18,20,25,27, Nov.1,3,8,10, 2010 Time: 6:00- 9:00p.m. on Mon & Wed at SMDS Classroom, College Park

Radiology Refresher Hours or Review: 

Tuition:  SMDS Member $136. Non-Member $176.  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 :  

July 10, 2010   Time:  8:30 to 4:30.p.m. 

**Some evening hours available. Please call the office for dates and time.

Expanded Functions in General:

Tuition: SMDS Member Fee $450. Non-Member Fee.$510 and Book Package Fee $180.

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:

Thursdays: Sept 2,9,16,23,30, Oct. 7,14,21,28, Nov. 4,11,18, Dec 2, 2010 A total of 13 Classes

TIME:   

6:30-9:30 p.m. at College Park Classroom

Infection Control Update: 

Tuition: SMDS Member $90. or Non-Member $145.  (2 Credit Hours)

This course meets annual training in infection control for the dentist’s re-licensure and continuing education for the staff..

DATE: 

November 10, 2010 Time: 2:00-4:00p.m.
Some evenings available, Limited seating Sept 23 or Oct 12, 2010 Time: TBA

Business Assistant/Front Desk Administration: 

Tuition:  SMDS Member $210. Non-Member $240. and Book Pkg.$105.

The in-depth lecture course is designed to provide front desk personnel with basic knowledge and skills of dental office

administration. Learn to be more effective with patient communication, collection, records, charting, scheduling, etc.

DATE:

Weds. Oct,6,13,20,27, Nov. 3,10, 2010 (6 classes)   

TIME:

6:30-9:00 p.m. at the College Park Facility

Understanding Dental Insurance: 

Tuition: SMDS Member $115. Non-Member $150. 

A  5  hour course designed to provide both new and experienced dental personnel with a comprehensive overview of insurance claims processing. Please bring your CDT book to class with you.

DATE:

Dec. 3, 2010

TIME: 

12:-4:00 p.m. lecture & 4-5:00 Q & A

Annual Ortho Expanded Functions: 

Tuition: SMDS Member $425. Non-Member $475 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 p.m.  at College Park Facility.

DATE:

Sept. 14,21,28, Oct. 5,12,19,26, Nov.2,9,16, 2010

Note:  Book package includes textbook, workbook & handouts.   All fees are to be paid prior to the class. 

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.

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. 

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION

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.