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Diploma of Dental Assisting Levels I and II
- Toronto, Canada
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Full-time certificate programme in Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) at George Brown Polytechnic, Waterfront Campus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Dental Assisting Levels I and II. Apply concepts related to 1 year full-time certificate programme (duration on the page: 1 year (2 semesters)) in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.
Career outcomes
- general and specialty private dental practices
- Public health and hospital dental clinics
- Armed forces
- Insurance companies
Curriculum
- 1 year full-time certificate programme (duration on the page: 1 year (2 semesters)). Courses include Dental Radiography I
- Introduction to the Dental Assisting Profession
- Clinical Foundations Theory I
- Clinical Foundations Practical I
- Dental Ethics and Business Administration
- Dental Assisting Consolidation
- Clinical Foundation Theory II and Clinical Foundations Practical II. The programme includes a work-integrated learning
- Co-op
- Placement or internship component.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Senior secondary school graduation or equivalent (requirements vary by country and credential
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent on programme pages)
- Usually Grade 12 English (C or U) and
- For some programmes
- Grade 11 or 12 Math or Science
- Selection-based programmes add an audition
- Interview or portfolio. English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
- Duolingo 110
- PTE Academic 54 or equivalent
- Unless exempt.
- No minimum grade published
- Programme-specific prerequisite courses.
Accepted academic background
Senior secondary school graduation or equivalent (requirements vary by country and credential on the admissions page), Programme prerequisites such as Grade 12 English (C/U) and Grade 11 or 12 Math.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band)
- Duolingo 110 (min production 90)
- PTE Academic 54 (min 50 each band)
- Cambridge 169 (no skill below 162)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
- Portfolio (If Applicable)
- Audition Materials (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Review the current entry requirements and availability for Certificate in Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) at George Brown Polytechnic. Apply through the George Brown international applicant system for an available program intake. Submit academic transcripts and English proficiency results together with any program-specific supporting material. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
- Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $22,425 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $110 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Waterfront Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Health Sciences |
| Department | Dental Health |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
5 Apr 2027
142 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 5 Apr 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $22,425 CAD per year. The application fee is $110 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band), Duolingo 110 (min production 90), PTE Academic 54 (min 50 each band), Cambridge 169 (no skill below 162).