What do I need to qualify for a dental assistant course in Canada as an Indian student?
Admission requirements vary by college and province. Indian students normally need a secondary-school qualification equivalent to Canadian high school and must meet subject and language requirements, often English, biology, chemistry or mathematics with minimum grades. Dental assisting programs can be competitive, and meeting the minimum does not guarantee a seat.
Requirements vary by college and province, but Indian students normally need a secondary-school qualification equivalent to Canadian high school education. You must also meet the subject and English-language requirements of the program you choose.
What colleges commonly ask for
| Requirement | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Academic level | Class 12 or equivalent secondary-school qualification |
| Subjects | English, biology, chemistry and mathematics where specified, with minimum grades |
| George Brown example | Grade 12 English, Grade 11 or 12 mathematics, and Grade 11 or 12 biology with minimum grades for Dental Assisting Levels I and II |
| Durham example | Grade 12 English and Grade 11 or 12 biology and chemistry |
| English proficiency | Required; accepted test and minimum score vary by institution |
| Credential assessment | Needed where required |
Selection and documents
- Selection can consider academic performance, prerequisite subjects, English proficiency, complete documentation and program-specific criteria.
- International applicants may need Class 10 and 12 certificates and transcripts, passport, English test results, credential assessment, proof of prerequisites and application forms.
- Some programs ask students to complete health and safety requirements before clinical placements.
My Advice
Check each college's international admission checklist before you apply. Seats and clinical placements are limited, so meeting the minimum is a starting point rather than a promise of admission.
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