The Advanced Certificate in Dental Laboratory Sciences program is designed to update and/or maintain the proficiency of the competent dental technical to a cutting edge level. It also offers individuals with science, math, engineering, and computer science background the opportunity to focus their knowledge and skills on dental applications. The program offers advanced training in dental laboratory procedures, with equal focus on the dental team concept. Featured is a unique opportunity to participate in clinical observations and lectures with dentists who are associated with the Graduate Prosthodontics Advanced Education Program in Prosthetics. The program provides non-degree seeking students an opportunity to acquire or enhance their skills and knowledge in one of three tracks: (1) Theory and Practice, (2) Laboratory Operations, and (3) Advanced Technology Applications. Each track consists of 20 semester credit hours of prescribed upper-division coursework offered at UTHSCSA.

Theory and Practice Track and Laboratory Operations Track

• Background in dental laboratory technology – This requirement may be met by the completion of a two year dental laboratory technology program from a recognized institution, or documented credentials from a recognized licensing/certifying organization, or completion of knowledgeable/skills examinations administered by the Department of Dental Laboratory Sciences.
• Completion of college-level courses in English composition, algebra, and introduction to business or business management from a regionally-accredited college or university with grades of C or better.
• Completed application   (Click here for Texas Common Application)
  
• $45 application fee
• Official transcripts sent from each college attended.

Advanced Technology Applications Track

• Background in basic sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science.  This requirement may be met by successful completion of 30 semester credit hours from one of the disciplines listed above.
• Completion of college-level courses in English composition, algebra, and statistics from a regionally-accredited college or university with grades of C or better.
• Completed application   (Click here for Texas Common Application)
  
• $45 application fee
• Official transcripts sent from each college attended.