Dental Business Administration Certificate

PROGRAM DETAILS

​DELIVERY: 
Distance Education | Online
Instructor Supported | Individualized Coaching and Support

LICENSING AND FINANCIAL AID: 
Licensed Vocational Program through Alberta Advanced Education
Financial Aid Eligible (Alberta Residents) | Tuition Fees Tax Deductible
​
AVAILABILITY: 
Canada-Wide
*Excl. QC, YT, NT, NU

COURSE COMMENCEMENT: 
Continuous Intake - Start Anytime!
Course Access provided within 24 hours of Registration

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: 
Passing Grade - 70% Overall
​
DURATION: 
17 Week Maximum
Approx. 400 Hours | Self-paced Schedule   | Full-time

PROGRAM FEES

Tuition Fees
Payment in Full
$2800

Payment Plan:
​$750 x 4 Months  ($3000) 
​​
​Tuition Fees Include:
  • Registration, Administrative Fees and GST
  • All Course Textbooks and Materials
  • Learning Edition Dental Software and Study Guide
  • Instructional Videos 
  • Unlimited Instructor Support During and After Program Completion
  • Employment Preparation and Transition Assistance

*Lender Computer: $400.00 
​Lender Fee Includes Shipping and $200.00 Refundable Deposit

*Final Examination Re-write: $25.00
*If Applicable

ADMISSIONS
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
​General Admissions
  • 18 years or older as of Course Commencement
  • Proof of Alberta High School Diploma or Out of Province Equivalent
  • Proficient in both Written and Spoken English 
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Mature Admissions
  • 21 years or older as of Course Commencement
  • Mature Student Testing in Reading and Arithmetic (Online Examination $25.00)

​English Language Proficiency Requirements
Applicants whose native language is not English will be required to show proficiency in Canadian Language Benchmarks - Stage III.
​
See Center for Canadian Language Benchmarks for more information.

​TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
This online program requires students have access to a computer with Internet Access, Microsoft Word and  Adobe Reader.

​Software Compatibility - A Window’s based Operating System is necessary for compatibility with the Dentrix Learning Edition Software used in this program. 
(iPad and Mac are not compatible).
​ See Dentrix System Requirements ​

Not Sure if Your Computer is Software Compatible? 
Contact admin@evolvedentalacademy.com with the make and model of your computer, and we'll find out for you!  

*Lender computers are available for an additional fee*​

APPLICATION PROCESS

​STEP 1
Complete the Application Form by selecting the
APPLY NOW link below.

STEP 2
Review Program Information Package.
Submit required documentation.
Complete registration paperwork.

STEP 3
Pay Tuition Fees.
Payment Plans Option available over a 4 month term.

STEP 4
Begin your Studies! 
Students may begin their program anytime
throughout the year.

​Education Suited to Meet YOUR Individual Learning Needs
Through Evolve's delivery format, we are able to provide coaching and support suited to each students' schedule and unique learning needs.

​Post Graduation Support!
We understand the difficulties of transitioning from the classroom to the workplace.  For this reason, graduates have continued access to their program instructor to use as a resource while obtaining employment as well as once they start working. 

​Learn at your own Pace, from the Comfort of Home
Evolve's entire curriculum is offered online, providing students with the flexibility of learning from anywhere and according  to their own schedule. 

COURSE OUTLINE

Intro to dentistry, communication,  legalities and infection control
​Unit 1:  INT-11 | COM-12 | LAW-13 | INC-14
Overview:
  • The Dental Team and Dental Specialties
  • Aspects of the Administrative Role
  • The Communication Process
  • Communication Barriers and Effective Communication Techniques
  • Interpersonal Skills and Competencies of the Dental Administrator
  • Written Communication Techniques
  • Accreditation and Education for Dental Professionals 
  • Legal Considerations for the Dental Team
  • Privacy Laws and Code of Ethics
  • Methods of Disease Transmission
  • Infection Control and Standard Precautions in the Dental Setting
  • Sterilization Practices and Waste Management Techniques
clinical knowledge and practices for  the administrative role
​Unit 2: TER-21 | CLN-22 | CLN-23 | PRO-24
Overview: 
  • Clinical Terminology and Abbreviations
  • Facial Anatomy and the Oral Cavity
  • Parts and Tissues of a Tooth
  • Types of Dentition
  • Tooth Location Identification
  • Types of Teeth and Identifying Characteristics 
  • Tooth Nomenclature and Numbering Systems
  • Surface Identification
  • Deciphering Dental X-rays
  • Common Dental Procedures 
  • The Importance of Preventive Care​
Patient records, scheduling management and dental procedure codes
​Unit 3: REC-31 | PRO-32 | SCH-33
Overview: 
  • ​Scheduling Terms and Charting Abbreviations
  • Managing the Patient Record
  • Contents of the Patient Chart
  • Navigating a Procedure Code Guide
  • Common Procedure Codes
  • Scheduling Methods and Appointment Management
  • Scheduling Considerations and Preferences
  • Appointment Types
  • Scheduling System Protocols ​
financial processes, billing and dental claims management
​Unit 4: TER-41 | FIN-42 | BIL-43
Overview:
  • ​Financial Terminology and Abbreviations
  • Understanding Insurance Benefits in Canada
  • Dental Fee Guides 
  • Patient Education and Responsibility
  • Financial Policies 
  • The Insurance Benefits Booklet
  • Dental Claims Submissions
  • Managing Claim Delays and Denials
  • The Billing Process
systems management and scripting
​Unit 5: SYS-51 | SCR-52
​Overview: 
  • Managing Administrative Systems
  • Chart Auditing
  • Professional Wording
  • Conflict Management
  • ​Scripting for the Workplace
Dental software
Unit 6: OVR-61 | CLI-62 | FAM-63 | APT-64 | LED-65 | TRE-66 | REP-67
​Overview: 
  • Practice Customization       
  • Patient Information Management
  • The Appointment Schedule 
  • Billing and Financial Processes
  • Treatment Planning
  • Clinical Charting
  • Reporting and Systems Management ​​
employment preparation and transition
Unit 7: TSK-71 | EMP-72
Overview: 
  • ​Routine and Day to Day Operations
  • Time Management and Productivity
  • Employment Preparation
  • Workplace Transition
  • Cover Letter and Resume Writing
  • Interview Techniques

​contact

Admissions: admin@evolvedentalacademy.com
Technical Assistance: support@evolvedentalacademy.com
Virtual Office Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:00am-4:00pm (MST) 
Phone: (403) 354-3255
Fax: (888) 339-0378
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