Program objectives
Promote the acquisition of skills and knowledge related to the administration and management of a dental clinic (managing work schedules, dental records, invoicing, etc.) with an emphasis on developing the qualities, attitudes, and behaviours required to build loyalty among a diverse clientele. Dental secretaries work in private dental clinics and clinics specializing in endodontics, periodontics, maxillofacial surgery, prosthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and orthodontics. Dental secretaries may also work in dental schools, clinics, and dental laboratories.
Occupation
Dental secretary
Admission conditions
To be eligible for admission to the Secretarial Studies – Dental program, candidates must satisfy the following requirements:1. Have obtained at least Secondary III credits or the equivalent in the language of instruction, second language and mathematicsor Have obtained an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary Studies (AESS)or Have successfully completed the General Development Test (GDT) with or without specific prerequisites2. Have interrupted their full-time studies for at least 12 monthsor Are 18 years old when entering trainingor Have obtained a Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) or their equivalentor Meet the eligibility conditions of Emploi-Québec’s workforce training measureX This program is accessible via the TCST-STC bridge.