The Certified Dental Assistant Certificate provides you the education, training and experience required by the BC College of Oral Health Professionals (BCCOHP) for registration as a Certified Dental Assistant. You'll learn specific procedures and administrative tasks required to work in a dental office and how to best care for patients. A supervised practicum at the end of the program allows students to practice and gain hands-on experience. Upon graduation, you'll work as a certified dental assistant in dental offices under the supervision of a dentist.