Thompson Institute

Since 1918, Thompson Institute has been helping students achieve their dreams. We have a reputation for quality, high educational standards and success in our near century of experience. In achieving their career goals, it is no wonder that students continue to rely on us for help. We offer diploma programs that will give you a competitive edge over other job seekers in the marketplace at our Philadelphia, Pennsylvania campus.

Education and Skills Training

Employers seek our graduates because of the reputation of our Education and Skills Training Programs for focusing the student to develop the job skills the employer needs. Many of our instructors have real-world job experience in their fields they can share with you as you interact with them one on one. In addition to classroom instruction, you will have the opportunity to practice your career skills in our training labs, which are designed to mimic real work environments.

Prepare for Success

Imagine a career that offers satisfaction and enables you to become proud personally from your achievements. The Thompson Institute will guide you as you achieve the career you want most. You will have received all the training you need to go obtain the career of your dreams by the time you earn your diploma.

Dental Assistant: Diploma

The demand for this field has dramatically increased with the discovery of the link between good oral hygiene and your complete health. Because many dentists require Dental Assistants to perform administrative job requirements as well as clinical tasks, there is a tremendous demand for certified individuals with training from accredited training academies.

A Career-Focused Curriculum

An instruction in both the clinical and administrative sides in dental assisting is offered in the dental assistant program. The basic training offered at the Thompson Institute will include instruction in:

• Chairside assisting techniques
• Office inventory, records management, communications, and ethics
• Basic computer skills, including the use of the Microsoft Office Suite®†
• Dental radiology with preparation for certification
• Office emergencies and procedures - including CPR
• Preventive dentistry with emphasis on community health, fluoridation, nutrition, and oral hygiene.

Completing an externship as a way to gain practical experience is a requirement for graduation.

Responsibilities on the Job

The dental assistant has a variety of responsibilities which may include instrument sterilization, tray set up, equipment maintenance, model trimming, charting dental findings in patient records, taking radiographs and impressions, and assisting the dentist chairside. You may also be called upon to perform reception duties, schedule appointments, file, prepare correspondence, greet patients, and explain insurance company requirements to patients.

Prepare for Certification

This program will have you ready to complete the following certification examinations:

• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) exam by the American Medical Technologists
• Radiology exam for the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry

List of education programs offered by Thompson Institute