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Dental Receptionist

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Program Overview

Dental Receptionist program will help the graduates to gain skills and knowledge to manage the day to day functions of a dental clinic. The graduates will be able to apply their knowledge and skills gathered in this program to successful dental office management.

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Dental Receptionist program familiarize students with the workflow and clinical processes of a dental office, ensuring the effective business practices.

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Program Information Package

Job Opportunities

After completion of this program, the graduates will be able to work as,

Dental Office Assistant
Dental Receptionist

Wages

Earn up to $25.00* per hour as a Dental Receptionist
All wages taken from the Canada Job Bank

Program Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or Mature Student Status (19 years of age or more). Students will need to submit a proof of English Language Competency by any one of the following options:

Domestic Students:

Grade 10 English
English Language Proficiency Assessment Test conducted by the College

International Students:

IELTS 5.5 Bands or More
CLB Score of 6 or more
PTE Academic 50 or more
Any other English language assessment test with equivalent score
English Language Proficiency Assessment Test conducted by the College

Program Duration

360 hours (18 weeks full time; 23 weeks part time)

Delivery Method

This program may be delivered:

In-class instruction
Distance education
Combined delivery (both in-class and distance)

All efforts will be made for consistent delivery, however alternate delivery methods may be utilized to minimize learning disruption.

Course Outline

Course #	Title of Course/Work Experience Component	# of Hours
COMP005	Keyboarding Skills	20
COMP010	Introduction to Computers	40
ADMN010	Customer Service and Communication	30
MEDI022	Dental Billing	40
MEDI024	Dental Office Procedures	60
MEDI020	Electronic Medical Records	40
MEDI011	Dental Anatamy and Terminology	60
WORK005	Career Preparation	20
WORK050	Practicum	50
	Total Hours	360

Fee Structure

#	PARTICULARS	FEE	REMARKS
1	Tuition Fee	$3060	Domestic Students
2	Application Fee	$250
3	Text Books	$360
4	Course Material	$200
Total		$3870
1	Tuition Fee	$5060	International Students
2	Application Fee	$250
3	Text Books	$360
4	Course Material	$200
Total		$5870

Financial Assistance

Western Community College offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students’ stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation.

BC Student Loan
In-house Financing
Student Lime of Credit
Scholarships

Our dedicated Financial Aid Officers will help you every step of the way.

Why Study at Western Community College

Installment-based, low tuition fee.
100% Practicum Placement
Weekday, weekend, and evening classes optionally available
Part-time or full-time class schedule
Free CLB preparation classes * Conditions Apply
Graduate employment rate: 97%

Admissions Contact Information

Mon – Sunday 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

Surrey Campus

+1 (604) 594-3500
info@westerncommunitycollege.ca

Abbotsford Campus

+1 (604) 776-1301
abbyinfo@westerncommunitycollege.ca

Surrey, BC

Unit 201 8318 120 St
Surrey, BC V3W 3N4

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Abbotsford, BC

Unit 201, 3670 Townline Rd
Abbotsford, BC V2T 5W8

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Surrey, BC V3Z 0G1

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