Dental Technology Program (S100)
Program Description
Leadership Claims
George Brown's Dental Technology is unique in Ontario and the largest of its kind in Canada.
Preparing graduates to work as dental technologists for over 20 years.
Program Overview
Students in the Dental Technology program will develop the specialized skills of a dental technologist, including how to design and fabricate various oral devices that have been prescribed to a patient by a regulated dental practitioner (often a dentist). Throughout this program, you will learn to make a range of dental appliances such as full dentures, partial dentures, crowns, bridges, implant-related restorations, orthodontic appliances and other specialty items.
Full Description
The three-year Dental Technology (S100) advanced diploma program will prepare you to work in the field of dental technology. If you want to work in the dental industry but don’t necessarily want to engage directly with client care, consider this profession. We recommend that you have an eye for detail, enjoy working with your hands and have good hand-eye coordination.
We’ll teach you to use a variety of tools to create oral devices that are prescribed by regulated dental practitioners (often a dentist). You’ll learn how to use specialized hand tools, moulds and the latest technology to make oral devices as unique as the individuals you will be creating them for. You’ll practise your skills in our on-site high-tech dental labs as we teach you to create:
- full dentures
- partial dentures
- crowns
- bridges
- implant-regulated restorations
- orthodontic appliances
- other specialty items
Watch this video to learn how specialized 3D scanners and printers are changing how dentures are made.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the Canadian Alliance of Dental Technology Regulators (CADTR), Dental Technology Entry to Practice Assessment (DTETPA) and apply to the College of Dental Technologists of Ontario to obtain a Certificate of Registration. (Note: Additional fees apply.) Without a certificate, graduates may work as a lab technician under the supervision of a Registered Dental Technologist. See cdto.ca for further information about registration with the College of Dental Technologists of Ontario.
Your Field Education Options
As this is a very hands-on profession, in-class practical laboratory assignments play an important role in helping to prepare students for the real-world work ahead.
In preparation for the external field component in year three, students will learn and practise skills in all areas of the dental laboratory, from introductory skills in model work to advanced digital dentistry procedures.
During semester 6, students will spend two days a week in class and three days per week off-site (approximately 21 hours per week) at an external professional laboratory. This experience provides students with a professional networking opportunity and the chance to practise their consolidated skills in a real-world setting.
PLEASE NOTE: Students are required to complete the pre-placement health form and organize their own external lab experience, and must have program approval prior to starting.
Interested in this program but need more competitive marks? Consider enrolling in the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees (A108) program. This pre-program will help you develop new and strengthen existing skills in math, biology, chemistry, physics, and communication.
PLEASE NOTE: While successful graduates of the (A108) program will be eligible to apply to this advanced diploma, it does not guarantee entry into this program.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
For information on future study options, see the Transfer Guide.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT 1010 | Functional Anatomy |
| ANAT 1068 | Head and Neck Anatomy |
| DENT 1026 | Complete Denture Construction I |
| DENT 1030 | Orthodontics I |
| DENT 1150 | Introduction to Dental Technology |
| COMM 1000 | Introduction to College Communication (if necessary) |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 1014 | Crown and Bridge I |
| DENT 1092 | Complete Dentures II |
| DENT 1128 | Dental Lab Materials |
| BIOL 1004 | Microbiology and Infection Control |
| GSSC 1071 | Understanding Intercultural Communication |
| COMM 2000 | Communicating Across Contexts |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 1158 | Cast Partial Dentures I |
| DENT 1159 | Complete Dentures III |
| DENT 2002 | Crown and Bridge II |
| DENT 1151 | Introduction To CAD/CAM |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
SEMESTER 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 2003 | Crown and Bridge III |
| DENT 2004 | Cast Partial Dentures II |
| DENT 2005 | Complete Dentures IV |
| DENT 2014 | Orthodontics II |
| DENT 2037 | Ceramics I |
SEMESTER 5
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 2039 | Oral Pathology for Dental Technologist |
| DENT 3011 | Crown and Bridge IV |
| DENT 2024 | Orthodontics III |
| DENT 3015 | Ceramics II |
| MGMT 2012 | Applied Management Practice |
| DENT 3055 | Jurisprudence and Ethics for the Dental Technologist |
| DENT 3028 | Field Placement |
SEMESTER 6
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 3008 | Specialty Pre-Graduate Lab Experience |
| DENT 3027 | Fixed/Removable Implants |
| DENT 3028 | Field Placement |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate demonstrates the ability to:
- Apply learned theory of biology, biomechanics, chemistry and anatomy in all relevant aspects of dental technology practice.
- Employ safe and aseptic procedures when using and maintaining equipment and materials associated with the dental technology profession.
- Select and utilize specified materials in the construction of dental prostheses, recognizing the materials’ limitations and advantages.
- Complete all work in the dental technology practice in adherence to the legislative and ethical requirements of the profession.
- Design and construct dental prostheses using current technologies and materials.
- Analyze and evaluate the design and construction of dental prostheses.
- Work and communicate effectively as part of an interdisciplinary health care team.
- Identify effective business practices in the management of a dental laboratory.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2023. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2024 and at later dates. This fee does not include textbooks, which are to be purchased by the student separately.
** Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2024. Tuition fees are subject to board approval. Material, student service and ancillary fees are estimated based on prior years. All fees are subject to change without notice. This fee does not include textbooks, which are to be purchased by the student separately.
† There will be additional costs to the program in each year of study, including textbooks, appropriate laboratory attire and personal protective equipment. There is a rental fee for some equipment on loan to the student.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
- grade 12 English (C or U) – a grade of 70 per cent or higher is required.
- grade 11 Math (M or U) or grade 12 (C or U) – A grade of 60 per cent or higher is required.
- grade 11 Biology (C or U) or grade 12 (U) – A grade of 70 per cent or higher is required.
- grade 11 Chemistry or Physics (U) or grade 12 Chemistry or Physics (C or U) – A grade of 60 per cent or higher is required.*
Please note: The manual dexterity test is no longer required for this program.
** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English, Math or Biology, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English and Math.
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit the Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
Special Requirements
Standard First Aid with CPR level C Certificate and WHMIS (for new 1st year and 2nd year Returning students only)
- Upon acceptance and confirmation into the program, students must register and show proof of Standard First Aid Certificate (renew every three years), CPR level C Certificate (renew every year) and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) certificate (renew every three years) which must remain valid every academic year. Once you've completed and received your certificate, you will need to submit and upload it to the ParaMed Placement Pass website and fees will apply. For more information, please visit the Clinical Pre-placement website.
Clinical Pre-placement Health Form requirements and program policy (for 3rd year Returning students only)
- Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet and complete all the mandatory Pre-placement requirements for this program. It will take up to 8 to 10 weeks to complete.
- Students will need to process and provide proof of their medical records (such as TDAP shot, MMR, Varicella, Hep B blood test reports/titres and Two-Step TB Skin Test), CPR level C certificate renewed every year, annual flu shot and mask fit test renewed every two years. These requirements must be submitted by the program specific deadline to ParaMed Placement Pass website.
- The health policies and non-academic requirements are designed to protect clients and vulnerable populations whom students will engage in practice. Students who do not comply with the program’s health policy and non-academic requirements, or who do not submit all required documentation by deadlines established by the program will be excluded from the clinical practicum. Exclusion from clinical practicum for any reason may jeopardize students' academic standing and successful completion of this program.
- All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student.
- To download the mandatory Pre-placement health form and for more details, go to the Clinical Pre-placement website.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
Contact Us
Contact 416-415-5000, ext. 2367 or E-mail sdhprograms@georgebrown.ca for program information.
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Dental Technology Program (S100)
Program Description
Leadership Claims
Preparing graduates to work as dental technologists for over 20 years. This program is unique in Ontario.
Program Overview
Students in the Dental Technology program will develop the specialized skills of a dental technologist including how to design and fabricate various oral devices that have been prescribed to a patient by a regulated dental practitioner (often a dentist). Throughout this program, you will learn to make a range of dental appliances such as full dentures, partial dentures, crowns, bridges, implant-related restorations, orthodontic appliances and other specialty items. This program is unique in Ontario.
Full Description
The Dental Technology program will prepare you to work in the field of dental technology. If you want to work in the dental industry but don’t necessarily want to engage directly with client care, consider this profession. We recommend that you have an eye for detail, enjoy working with your hands and have good hand-eye coordination.
We’ll teach you to use a variety of tools to create oral devices that are prescribed by regulated dental practitioners (often a dentist). You’ll learn how to use specialized hand tools, moulds and the latest technology to make oral devices that are as unique as the individuals you will be creating them for. You’ll practise your skills in our on-site high-tech dental labs as we teach you to create:
- full dentures
- partial dentures
- crowns
- bridges
- implant-regulated restorations
- orthodontic appliances
- other speciality items
Watch this video to learn how specialized 3D scanners and printers are changing how dentures are made.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the Canadian Alliance of Dental Technology Regulators (CADTR), Dental Technology Entry to Practice Assessment (DTETPA) and apply to the College of Dental Technologists of Ontario to obtain a Certificate of Registration. (Note: Additional fees apply.) Without a certificate, graduates may work as a lab technician under the supervision of a Registered Dental Technologist. See cdto.ca for further information about registration with the College of Dental Technologists of Ontario.
Your Field Education Options
As this is a very hands-on profession, in-class practical laboratory assignments play an important role in helping to prepare students for the real-world work ahead.
In preparation for the external field component in year three, students will learn and practise skills in all areas of the dental laboratory, from introductory skills in model work to advanced digital dentistry procedures.
During semester 6, students will spend two days a week in class and three days per week off-site (approximately 21 hours per week) at an external professional laboratory. This experience provides students with a professional networking opportunity and the chance to practice their consolidated skills in a real-world setting.
PLEASE NOTE: Students are required to complete the pre-placement health form and organize their own external lab experience, and must have program approval prior to starting.
Interested in this program but need more competitive marks? Consider enrolling in the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees (A108) program. This pre-program will help you develop new and strengthen existing skills in math, biology, chemistry, physics, and communication.
PLEASE NOTE: While successful graduates of the (A108) program will be eligible to apply to this advanced diploma, it does not guarantee entry into this program.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
For information on future study options, see the Transfer Guide.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ANAT 1010 | Functional Anatomy |
| ANAT 1068 | Head and Neck Anatomy |
| DENT 1026 | Complete Denture Construction I |
| DENT 1030 | Orthodontics I |
| DENT 1150 | Introduction to Dental Technology |
| COMM 1000 | Introduction to College Communication (if necessary) |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 1014 | Crown and Bridge I |
| DENT 1092 | Complete Dentures II |
| DENT 1128 | Dental Lab Materials |
| BIOL 1004 | Microbiology and Infection Control |
| GSSC 1071 | Understanding Intercultural Communication |
| COMM 2000 | Communicating Across Contexts |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 1158 | Cast Partial Dentures I |
| DENT 1159 | Complete Dentures III |
| DENT 2002 | Crown and Bridge II |
| DENT 1151 | Introduction To CAD/CAM |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
SEMESTER 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 2003 | Crown and Bridge III |
| DENT 2004 | Cast Partial Dentures II |
| DENT 2005 | Complete Dentures IV |
| DENT 2014 | Orthodontics II |
| DENT 2037 | Ceramics I |
SEMESTER 5
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 2039 | Oral Pathology for Dental Technologist |
| DENT 3011 | Crown and Bridge IV |
| DENT 2024 | Orthodontics III |
| DENT 3015 | Ceramics II |
| MGMT 2012 | Applied Management Practice |
| DENT 3055 | Jurisprudence and Ethics for Dental Technologist |
| DENT 3028 | Field Placement |
SEMESTER 6
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DENT 3008 | Specialty Pre-Graduate Lab Experience |
| DENT 3027 | Fixed/Removable Implants |
| DENT 3028 | Field Placement |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate demonstrates the ability to:
- Apply learned theory of biology, biomechanics, chemistry and anatomy in all relevant aspects of dental technology practice.
- Employ safe and aseptic procedures when using and maintaining equipment and materials associated with the dental technology profession.
- Select and utilize specified materials in the construction of dental prostheses, recognizing the materials’ limitations and advantages.
- Complete all work in the dental technology practice in adherence to the legislative and ethical requirements of the profession.
- Design and construct dental prostheses using current technologies and materials.
- Analyze and evaluate the design and construction of dental prostheses.
- Work and communicate effectively as part of an interdisciplinary health care team.
- Identify effective business practices in the management of a dental laboratory.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2023. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2024 and at later dates.
† There will be additional costs to the program in each year of study, including textbooks, appropriate laboratory attire and personal protective equipment. There is a rental fee for some equipment on loan to the student.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
- grade 12 English (C or U) – A grade of 70 per cent or higher is required.
- grade 11 math (M or U) or grade 12 (C or U) – A grade of 60 per cent or higher is required.
- grade 11 biology (C or U) or grade 12 (U) – A grade of 70 per cent or higher is required.
- grade 11 chemistry or physics (U) or grade 12 chemistry or physics (C or U) – A grade of 60 per cent or higher is required.*
Please note: The manual dexterity test is no longer required for this program.
** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English, math or biology, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English and math.
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit the Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
Special Requirements
Additional Mandatory Requirements
Standard First Aid with CPR level C Certificate
- Upon acceptance and confirmation into the program, students must register and show proof of Standard First Aid Certificate (must be renewed every three years) and CPR level C Certificate (must be renewed every year), which must remain valid every academic year. Once you've completed and received your certificate, you must book an appointment and submit it at Clinical Pre-placement Office. For more information, please visit the Pre-placement website.
Pre-placement Health Form (for third-year students only)
- Upon acceptance and confirmation into the program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for this program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements.
- All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student.
- For details and to download the mandatory pre-placement health form, go to the Pre-placement website.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
Contact Us
Contact 416-415-5000, ext. 2367 or E-mail sdhprograms@georgebrown.ca for program information.
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
