Very few high schools in the United States can boast of a state-of-the-art dental clinic. At Puget Sound Skills Center (PSSC), we not only have such a clinic, but we also have Washington State licensed dentists who regularly visit our program and perform dental procedures in our clinic. Our students are academically and professionally trained to work with these dentists as Dental Assistants. All students can achieve personal levels of success in this exciting PSSC program. If you have any questions about Dental Assisting or our on-site clinic, e-mail at hendrickje@hsd401.org.

Introduction into dental career possibilities,
Educational requirements, licensure, employment outlook and compensation.
General safety
Universal Precautions, OSHA/CDC standards, Hazardous Materials Management
Radiography
Bite wings, full mouth series, safety, expose, develop and mount x-rays.
Chair side/sterilization/front office
Learn about instruments, dental materials, four-handed dentistry, preventative, restorative and specialty procedures, receptionist duties and sterile technician. General and oral anatomy, microbiology, terminology and more!
Clinical practice in Sea Tac Smiles Dental clinic
Assist the dentist with treatment on real patients and learn community service

“TEACHERS MAY OPEN THE DOOR, BUT YOU MUST ENTER BY YOURSELF”

Ms. Hendrickson’s Education:

• B.S. degree in Business Management University of Phoenix- 2002
• Over 400 hours of professional development both in education and dentistry
• Vocational Teacher Education- South Seattle Community College 1978
• Expanded Function Dental Assistant – Edmonds Community College 1976
• Certified Dental Assistant- Dental Assisting National Board/ University of North Carolina - 1975
• AA degree from Shoreline Community College 1974

Ms. Hendrickson’s work experience prior to PSSC:

• Long and short term Substitute or supplemental classes for Lake Wash. and Renton Vocational Colleges, Sno Isle Skills Center 11 years while raising family.
• University of Washington, Dental School, 6 years
• Private practice expanded function dental assistant greater Seattle area 6 years

Ms.Hendricksonl’s Philosophy:

• Students are treated like coworkers and a part of the dental team.
• Employees trained and developed with an eye for professional success.
• Continuing education keeps us alive, vibrant and employable
• Find your passion and happiness and success will follow.
• Treat everyone as you would want to be treated in life.
• Ask; What can I DO to improve personally, professionally, globally?

Careers by Pathway:

• Assistant
• Hygienist
• Dentist
• Lab tech
• Front office