Strengthen Your Dental Team with Willis College

Build a Skilled and Reliable Dental Team

Willis College offers a specialized framework for dental clinics to address workforce shortages and enhance internal operational capacity. Our integrated approach focuses on three primary pillars:

• Upskilling existing clinical staff
• Hosting practicum students
• Recruiting industry-ready graduates

Willis College currently offers three specialized programs to support your dental clinic’s success:

• Dental Assistant (Distance) Level I & II Program: Train or hire Level I & II Dental Assistants to support chairside procedures and patient care.
• Dental Radiography (HARP Approved) Program: Ensure your team meets radiography certification requirements to operate X-ray equipment safely and effectively.

Workforce Upskilling: Professional Advancement for Current Staff

Clinics can enhance their internal service offerings by transitioning current office or chairside staff into certified Level I and II Dental Assistants. This pathway allows employees to maintain their professional commitments while completing their credentials.

• Hybrid Delivery Model: The 44-week curriculum utilizes a structured, instructor-paced distance-learning format for theoretical components.

• Integrated Clinical Application: Theoretical knowledge is reinforced through weekly practical application starting on Week 4 (2 days/week) within the student’s home clinic, minimizing the need for extended leaves of absence.

• Advanced Competencies: Graduates gain the credentials to perform intraoral duties, including suture removal and impression-taking.

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Clinical Practicum Partnerships

Willis College invites established dental practices to serve as host sites for students enrolled in our Dental Assisting program. Unlike traditional models with brief end-of-term placements, our students are integrated into clinical environments early in their studies.

• Consistent Support: Students dedicate two days (10 hours) per week to workplace skills development throughout the duration of the program.

• Operational Integration: Host clinics benefit from a consistent student presence, allowing the student to become acclimated to the specific workflows and protocols of the practice.

• Supervised Excellence: All clinical hours are monitored by Willis College to ensure students meet the rigorous standards required for provincial certification.

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Strategic Recruitment of Qualified Graduates

For practices seeking immediate staffing solutions, Willis College provides access to a pipeline of qualified candidates. Our graduates possess a comprehensive foundation in:

• Core Sciences: Anatomy, physiology, and dental microbiology.

• Clinical Proficiency: Infection control, medical emergency management, and restorative dentistry assisting.

• Administrative Competence: Proficiency in dental management software, insurance processing, and patient record management. Hire an organized, patient-focused administrator trained specifically for dental office operations.

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Institutional Heritage and Quality Assurance

Founded in 1866, Willis College has a long-standing tradition of vocational excellence in Canada. Our Dental Assisting programs are designed to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare sector, ensuring that every participant—whether an upskilling employee or a new graduate—is prepared to contribute to the highest standards of patient care.

Funding Support for Dental Clinics

Investing in employee training doesn’t have to be a financial burden. Funding opportunities are available to help offset costs:

✔ Canada Job Grant – Covers up to 100% of tuition for eligible employees (varies by province).
✔ ODAA Bursary – Financial support for Ontario-based Dental Assistant students.

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Let’s Strengthen Your Team Together

Whether your objective is to upskill your current team, host clinical placements, or recruit qualified graduates, Willis College is committed to supporting your clinic’s long-term growth and success.

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