Overview

Do you want to become an RDA? Do you want to take classes that will provide you with the certificates required to apply to the Dental Board to take the RDA exam? And...do you want to take classes that will train you how to do procedures? Then take one of our Dental Specialty Courses!

Butte County CTE offers a variety of Dental Specialty Courses throughout through its school of ROP. These board-approved courses are a combination of lecture, laboratory and clinical patient sessions designed specifically for dental auxiliaries. 

Courses Offered:
  • Infection Control / DPA
  • Dental Radiation Safety
  • Coronal Polish
  • Pit & Fissure Sealant

Classes take place on the weekend and range from single day sessions to multiple class days. 

See the Dental Specialty Course Overview document for more detailed information about each course, including requirements, dates and fees. 

To Register:
Complete and print the Registration Form for the course you wish to take. (Please note this form includes a Student Health Self-Assessment Agreement that must be printed and signed as well.)

​Send form, documentation and payment to:
Butte County ROP
2491 Carmichael Drive, Suite 100
Chico, CA 95928

​Payment may be made by credit card, cashier's check or money order only. No refunds will be provided.

Course Info and Registrations

REQUIREMENTS
  • *Participants MUST be 18 years of age or older, except for Infection Control / DPA
  • Registrants must hold a current BLS certificate (certificate must be AHA/ARC approved and have an AHA or ARC logo); other certificates may be required; see course descriptions for more details.
  • Participants must be currently enrolled in a Dental Office