Asistencë Dentare - Universiteti "Aleksandër Moisiu"

Program Description

Duration: 2 years (120 credits)
Diploma: Professional program in Dental Assistance

Programi i Studimit 2-vjeçar në “Asistencë Dentare” ka për qëllim të përgatisë profesionistë me një formim të gjerë teorik dhe praktik në fushën e asistencës dentare, të cilët do të jenë të aftë të kontribuojnë në mënyrë efektive në përmirësimin e cilësisë së shërbimeve dentare në klinika private dhe publike. Ky program synon të zhvillojë aftësitë e studentëve për të asistuar mjekët stomatologë në të gjitha procedurat dentare, duke përfshirë ato klinike dhe administrative.

One of the main goals is to provide advanced practical training, where students actively participate in clinical procedures through four-handed dentistry, creating a strong foundation to engage in various processes such as disinfection, sterilization, and maintenance of asepsis standards. The program also aims to develop their skills in managing documentation and dental records, as well as maintaining patient confidentiality.

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Main Objectives of the "Dental Assistance" Program:

Training of Specialists: To prepare qualified professionals for dental assistance, able to work in private and public dental clinics.
Practical Experience: Providing opportunities for practice in clinical dental procedures and the use of four-handed dentistry methods.
Communication and Managerial Skills: To equip students with the skills to communicate and manage situations in dental clinics, as well as to treat patients with professionalism and sensitivity.
Group work: To develop students' skills to work in a team and to react in emergency situations.
Maintenance of Asepsis and Sterilization: Training students to maintain and maintain high standards of asepsis and sterilization in dental clinics.
Storage of Documentation: Learning technologies and practices for storing and managing dental records, respecting patient confidentiality.
Patient Management: Preparing students to calm and relax patients during dental procedures and to maintain the operative field during treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions by High School Graduates:

Employment Opportunities Offered by this Program Upon Completion:

After completing the program, students will be able to work in private and public dental clinics, assisting dentists in various clinical procedures and providing high quality dental services to patients.

What does the practical program contain?

Professional practice is an essential part of the program, where students participate in assisting dentists in clinical dental procedures. The practice involves the use of four-handed dentistry methods, where students are involved in the treatment of patients in a dental clinic under the supervision of doctors and mentors. They develop their skills to assist in clinical procedures, maintain a sterile operating field, and manage dental equipment safely.

Are there opportunities for continuing studies after this program?

The 2-year program in "Dental Assisting" is a professional degree that prepares students for the labor market as dental assistants, but it is not an academic degree that offers the opportunity to continue Master's level studies.

How does the program help to prepare for the labor market?

The program focuses on preparing students with advanced practical and theoretical skills that make them capable of working in dental clinics. Including extensive clinical practice, communication and management skills, as well as training in sterilization and asepsis, students emerge prepared to work in private and public clinics, providing high-quality healthcare services.