This course will be delivered via distance education for the theory portion, currently, it is available in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Students will be recognized by their licensing body. Students will have up to 12 weeks to complete the theory portion of study. Students will then complete a 3 hour theory exam, when they are ready, within the 12 week time frame. Upon successful completion of exam, students will be required to attend Holland College for a 1 week clinical component. Length of the course is 13 weeks, extensions can be considered under extenuating circumstances. The exam will be delivered at Holland College, the student may arrange for an acceptable proctor (agreeable to both Holland College and their province's licensing council) in their home locale. Should that proctor require reimbursement for time or expenses, the student is responsible for these costs. Exams will be marked by a Holland College Instructor. Students must successfully complete the clinical component at Holland College within one month of completing the theoretical portion of the course. The dates for the clinical training will be determined between the registrant and the Dental Assisting staff. Registration for this course is ongoing. PREREQUISITES: All applicants please check with your licensing body prior to applying, to determine licensing requirements: -Level One Dental Assissting -Trainee must be a New Brunswick or Nova Scotia resident -Letter from your dental office (dentist) stating that you are/were working as a dental assistant and their intention to supervise your clinical training (upon successful completion on our pre-clinical component) -A Resume.