Continuing Education, Workshops and Events
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DENTAL
Fabrication of Provisionals Acrylic Crown & Bridges
TBD | 9:00am - 2:00pm
This course will train Dental Assistants to fabricate provisional/ temporary crown and bridge restorations using standard techniques in impression taking for preparation of acrylic and Bis Acrylic materials temporary restorations.
To register, click here: https://westlac.augusoft.net/index.cfm
For additional information please contact Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
DENTAL
32- Hour Dental Radiation Safety (Dental X-ray Certification)
- Students must attend all four in-person sessions (including online lecture).
- In-person lab/clinic are 8-5pm.
Saturday, January 6, 2024 / Sunday, January 7, 2024
Saturday, January 13, 2024 / Sunday, January 14, 2024
Cost: $475 (Please inquire about Group Pricing)
This course trains individuals in dental radiation safety using conventional and digital radiographs, mounting and developing of traditional x-rays. This course prepares students to operate dental radiographic equipment under the general supervision of a dentist. This course is approved by the Dental Board of California-and upon successful completion of the course, students will receive certification.
To register, click here: https://westlac.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=45382&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0
For Venice Skills students, click here: https://westlac.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=45386&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0
For additional information please contact:
Rocio Garcia, RDA, BSDH GarciaR13@laccd.edu
Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
DENTAL
Local Anesthesia Review for Registered Dental Hygienists / Dentists
TBD
NOTE: THIS IS NOT A CERTIFICATION COURSE- IT IS ONLY REVIEW.
This course will provide dental practitioners with a review of local anesthesia techniques in mandibular blocks, palatal injections and various techniques for profound anesthesia. It will also serve as a review in nitrous oxide sedation for use in dentistry. This course is open to dentistis, registered dental hygienists, and RDHAPs. Note that this is not a certification course.
To register, click here: https://westlac.augusoft.net/index.cfm
For additional information please contact Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
DENTAL
Ultrasonic Certification for RDAs (or DAs preparing to take RDA exam)
Board-Approved Program
4 Hours Course
TBD
The use of the Ultrasonic Scaler by the RDA to remove excess cement from coronal surfaces (above the gum line) of teeth in an Orthodontic setting. This course is approved by the Dental Board of California, and students successfully completing the course will receive an Ultrasonic Scaler Certificate.
For additional information please contact Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
DENTAL
Coronal Polishing
Board-Approved Program for Registered Dental Assistants
12-Hours Course (Students must attend all three sessions)
- Saturday, August 26, 2023 (8:00am - 12:00pm)
- Sunday, August 27, 2023 (8:00am - 12:00pm)
- Saturday, September 9, 2023 (8:00 - 12:00pm)
Cost: $275 (Please inquire about Group Pricing)
This course will train the Dental Assistant in coronal polishing techniques for dentistry and prepare Dental Assistants to take the RDA exam. This course is approved by the Dental Board of California, and students successfully completing the course will be certified.
For registration, click here: https://westlac.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=45373&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0
For additional information please contact:
Rocio Garcia, RDA, BSDH GarciaR13@laccd.edu
Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
DENTAL
Pit and Fissure Sealants
Board-Approved Program for Registered Dental Assistants
16-Hours Course (Students must attend all three sessions)
- Saturday, August 26, 2023 (1:00pm - 5:00pm)
- Sunday, August 27, 2023 (1:00pm - 5:00pm)
- Saturday, September 9, 2023 (8:00 - 5:00pm)
Cost: $375 (Please inquire about Group Pricing)
Registered Dental Assistants or Dental Assistants preparing to take RDA exam, will learn about the placement of dental pit and fissure sealants from a team of experienced instructors who are dental hygienists and dental assistants. This 16-hour course is approved by the Dental Board of California, and students who attend and successfully complete it will receive a certification from the Dental Board of California. You must be a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to take this class.
For registration, click here: https://westlac.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=45373&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0
For additional information please contact:
Rocio Garcia, RDA, BSDH GarciaR13@laccd.edu
Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
DENTAL
Pit & Fissure Sealants AND Coronal Polishing
Board-Approved Program for Registered Dental Assistants
Both certifications for a low price! (Students must attend all three sessions)
- Saturday, August 26, 2023 (8:00am - 5:00pm)
- Sunday, August 27, 2023 (8:00am - 5:00pm)
- Saturday, September 9, 2023 (8:00 - 5:00pm)
Cost: $462 (Please inquire about Group Pricing)
Registered Dental Assistants and Dental Assistants preparing to take RDA exam, will learn about the placement of dental pit and fissure sealants from a team of experienced instructors who are dental hygienists and dental assistants. This 16-hour course is approved by the Dental Board of California, and students who attend and successfully complete it will receive certification from the Dental Board of California. You must be a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to take this class. This course will also train Registered Dental Assistants in coronal polishing techniques for dentistry. This course is approved by the Dental Board of California, and students successfully completing the course will be certified.
For registration, click here: https://westlac.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=45388&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0
For additional information please contact:
Rocio Garcia, RDA, BSDH GarciaR13@laccd.edu
Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
DENTAL
Dental Board Certified 8-hour Infection Control
Sunday, October 22, 2023 (8am - 5pm) / Room: MSA-103
Cost: $225 (Please inquire about Group Pricing)
This course trains individuals interested in a career in dental assisting in infection control skills and techniques according to OSHA guidelines and state laws and regulations. It prepares them to work safely in a dental office. This course is approved by the Dental Board of California and students successfully completing the course will obtain certification.
To register, click here: https://westlac.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=45384&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0
For Venice Skills students, click here: https://westlac.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=45385&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0
For additional information please contact:
Rocio Garcia, RDA, BSDH GarciaR13@laccd.edu
Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
HEALTHCARE
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
TBD
For additional information please contact Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
NURSING and DENTAL
Infection Control / Patient Safety / Patient Care
For Certified Nurse Assistants and RDHAP
TBD
Students will learn how to protect themselves against blood borne pathogen (1hr) and patient safe handling and fall prevention in the elderly (2 hrs), and caring for patients with dysphasia or aspiration precaution (1hr).
For additional information please contact Victoria Sanders at (310) 287-4464 or @email
Contact
Victoria Sanders
Email: @email
Phone: (310) 287-4464