The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects this industry to grow at least 10 percent through 2018. Driving the growth for this occupation are the combined factors of a growing population, new and improved medical testing, and the increased availability of medical services. Because of these factors, it is unlikely that there will be a shortage of phlebotomy positions in the near future.
The Dental Assisting program is 16 weeks in length. Expect to spend 8 hours per week toward the online program. Hybrid students are required to attend additional skills labs once a week for up to 4 hours and attend an externship of 80 hours outside of class hours.
Assisting. IDT’s EDDA Course is a primer course for the more extensive program required in Ohio. Ohio students have the option to take a separate radiology test, at an additional fee, to receive a registration for Dental X-ray Machine Operator provided by the Cincinnati Dental Society and register at the Ohio Board of Dentistry. Students are advised to contact or research your local Board of Dentistry for local and state regulations.