Welcome to Dental Assisting

Below is the list of required courses for year 1 of your program. To complete your course registration, log in to Self Service. For further information and step-by-step instructions, please visit our course registration guide. 

2026 PS Fall

• DENT-1105-DENT
• DENT-1000-DENT
• ANAT-1105-DENT
• DENT-1115-DENT
• DENT-1100-DENT
• DENT-1050-DENT
• SAFE-1005-DENT

2027 PS Winter

• PRAC-1105-DENT
• DENT-1200-DENT
• DENT-1225-DENT
• DENT-1205-DENT
• DENT-1210-DENT
• DENT-1215-DENT

2027 PS Spring

• DENT-1330-DENT
• PRAC-1315-DENT
• PRAC-1320-DENT

Holland College - Key Dates:

• First Day of Classes (Fall Semester): September 8, 2026
• Last Day of Classes (Fall Semester): December 18, 2026
• First Day of Classes (Winter Semester): January 5, 2027
• Last Day of Classes (Winter Semester): April 23, 2027
• February Break (No Classes): February 22-26, 2027

For a complete list of important dates, please consult the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar: https://www.hollandcollege.com/student-experience/registrars-office/academic-calendar.html

Program Key Dates:

• First Practicum: January 4th-8th, 2027
• Second Practicum: May 24th-June 18th, 2027

Required Books

Modern Dental Assisting Pkg. 15th Edition Author: Elsevier, Pkg Includes: Textbook, Workbook, and eText.

Required Materials & Tools

• A basic calculator, a red and a blue pencil crayon.
• Personal Protective Equipment: standard scrub uniforms, socks (no patterns), protective eyewear, clinic shoes (must be puncture resistant *no canvas* to be worn in the clinic) and a white lab coat.

Required Technology

Your First Day

• Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
• Time: 9:00 AM
• Location: Room 117E, Charlottetown Centre, Prince of Wales Campus
• What should I bring? Please bring a pen and notebook to take notes.

The Dental Assisting program is fully accredited and nationally recognized for its high-quality training. Students receive comprehensive theoretical instruction in a classroom setting, followed by hands-on practice in our newly renovated dental clinic. This modern facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including six operatories, six simulation labs, a 3Shape TRIOS digital scanner, three radiography operatories, a Panorex unit, and a fully upgraded dental laboratory. In addition, the clinic features a fully equipped sterilization area that meets current IPAC (Infection Prevention and Control) guidelines. 

The program maintains an approximate 10:1 student-to-instructor ratio, ensuring students receive personalized guidance and expert support throughout their training. By the time of graduation, students will be proficient in the full core skill set recognized across Canada. Upon successful completion of the National Dental Assisting Board Examination, graduates are eligible for licensure in all Canadian provinces. 

We collaborate with local industry leaders, educational institutions, and national dental assisting organizations to ensure our graduates are well-prepared to meet all aspects of the dental assisting profession.