Course Description

This course is designed for the office trained dental assistant needing dental radiography certification and has been approved by the North Carolina State Dental Board Examiners (NCSDBE) pursuant to G.S. 90-29(c) (12).

The Intraoral Radiography Certificate Course consists of two components; Part 1 is an online self-study designed to teach the fundamentals of x-ray production, safety and protection. Part 2 is a hands-on clinical component designed to teach receptor placement and exposure techniques needed for successful dental imaging. Both Part 1 and Part 2 must be successfully completed prior to receiving certification in Dental Radiography.

Registration Fees

Part 1 - $270.00
After the successful completion of Part 1, participants can register for Part 2.

Part 2 - $320.00
Participants will have one year from the date of initial registration to complete both components of the course. No refunds will be provided, except in exceptional cases approved by the Program Coordinator, Madge Webster.

Objectives

Part 1 requires completion of eight instructional modules, three videos on intraoral receptor placement and the final exam with a minimum score of 70%. Part 2 entails hands-on work for a total of 30 hours under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, Madge Webster.

The learning objectives for Parts 1 and 2 include:

Part 1	Part 2
Discuss the fundamentals of radiation production, safety, protection	Apply and demonstrate proper receptor placement techniques
Describe factors affecting radiographic quality	Demonstrate appropriate radiography unit operation
Identify anatomical and radiographic anatomy	Demonstrate selection of proper exposure settings
Differentiate between analog and digital devices	Apply and demonstrate proper infection control practices

 

 

Registration for Part 1 Coursework

Register By	Course Opens
January 30	February 6
February 28	March 6
March 28	April 6
April 30	May 6
May 31	June 6
June 30	July 6
July 31	August 6

Coursework Deadline: Before the registration deadline of the desired
clinical component or by September 25, 2018.

Note: Registration for the Part 2 Clinical cannot occur until all
online material and final exam has been completed.

 

Registration for Part 2 Clinical

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Part 1

Clinical Dates	Registration Deadline	Location
March 23-24	March 21	Greenville Campus
April 27-28	April 25	Greenville Campus
May 19-20	May 16	Elizabeth City Campus
August 17-18	August 15	Greenville Campus
Sept 29-30	Sept 26	Lillington Campus