CRESTON COLLEGE · ACCRA, GHANA
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2-YEAR DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

Diploma in Dental Surgery Assistant

Education with practical purpose: develop the knowledge, discipline and hands-on competence required to support dental professionals responsibly. This is one of three admissions pathways in Dental Surgery Assisting — see the School of Health Sciences page for the Foundation Certificate and Professional Diploma pathways.

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Dental surgery assistant clinical training
SchoolHealth Sciences
AwardDiploma
ModeAcademic + practical
Programme length2 years
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Professional preparation in a clinical learning environment.

The programme is designed to connect academic learning with practical competence in dental support. Students develop familiarity with clinical workflows, professional communication, infection prevention, patient preparation and the responsible handling of dental instruments and materials.

Curriculum

Course codes and titles as supplied by the College. Credit hours, full sequencing and elective options are to be confirmed.

YEAR 1 · SEMESTER 1
DSA 101Introduction to Dental Sciences
DSA 102Oral Anatomy and Physiology
DSA 103Introduction to Dental Surgery Assistantship
GEN 101Communication Skills and Professional Writing
GEN 102Information and Communication Technology
YEAR 1 · SEMESTER 2
DSA 104Dental Materials Science
DSA 105Infection Prevention & Control
DSA 106Oral Health & Hygiene
GEN 103Ethics and Professional Conduct in Healthcare
CLP 101Clinical Attachment I (Dental Clinic Setting)
YEAR 2 · ADVANCED & CLINICAL PRACTICE
DSA 205Advanced Chairside Procedures
DSA 206Dental Emergencies and First Aid
CLP 201Clinical Attachment II (Extended Clinical Practice)
RES 201Applied Research Project (Dental Health Focus)
ADMISSION PREPARATION

Prepare the right credentials.

Who can apply

  • Senior High School graduates.
  • Healthcare and science students or related applicants.
  • Individuals seeking professional preparation in dentistry.

Entry to the 2-Year Diploma follows an admissions examination and interview. Applicants assessed as needing further preparation are placed on the 6-Month Foundation Certificate before proceeding to the Diploma — this applies regardless of prior science background.

Before you apply

  • Prepare your academic results or certificate.
  • Prepare a valid Ghana Card or passport.
  • Prepare a passport photograph.
  • Be ready to provide complete and accurate academic information.

Programme-specific requirements, document rules, fees, examination content and admission decisions should be confirmed by the College before final submission.

Dental clinical practical training
PRACTICAL TRAINING

From classroom knowledge to professional confidence.

Training should help students understand not only what to do, but why professional standards matter. The programme is structured around supervised practical learning and the development of responsible clinical habits.

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