Essential Functions: • Learns basic tooth morphology and anatomy. • Learns to fabricate and repair dental prosthesis and dental appliances such as dentures, partials, crowns and bridges, inlay/onlay, veneers, and implant restorations. • Learns to read and interpret dental prescriptions. • Familiarizes self with wide range of materials, such as metal (precious, non-precious, gold) or not metal materials (porcelain, composite, acrylic, polyurethane, co-polyester, thermo plastic) and their use in fabricating dental restorations. • Learns and practices restoring natural teeth and correcting dental irregularities by manufacturing fixed or removable appliances. • Develops technical knowledge to make decisions when fabricating dental prosthesis. • May learn basics of replacing partial or total loss of natural teeth by constructing partial or full dentures (metal and non-metal). • Familiarizes self with names and functions of various types of hand tools and equipment (electric drills, presses, lathes, high-heat furnaces, etc.). • Practices using various types of hand tools and equipment (electric drills, presses, lathes, high-heat furnaces, etc.). • Documents learning by completing quizzes and worksheets. • Works under supervision of trainers, and asks for assistance and/or clarification regarding technical issues. • Learns quality standard protocol, and steps taken to ensure compliance with protocol. • Learns to recognize problem cases that need additional prep work. • Learns to work independently and seek help if needed. Education and Experience: • No previous experience required. • Prior dental experience or background, a plus. • Previous experience working in positions that require hand and finger dexterity, a plus