Course Detail
Course Detail



CANADIAN BUSINESS COLLEGE

The Professional School

Childcare and Community service
DENTAL HYGIENE DIPLOMA (DH)

 
Canadian Buseiness College
Credits
1900
Duration

    Full-time:

76weeks

    Part-time:

N/A
Availability
November 22 2010
Payment Options:
Financial aid may be avaliable.
Prerequisites
1) Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
Specific requirements include:
• Grade 12 English (ENG4U) minimum score 60%
• OR Grade 12 (ENG4C) minimum score 70%
• Grade 12 Biology (SBI3U) minimum score 60%
• OR Grade 11 Biology (SB13C) minimum score 70%
• Grade 12 Chemistry is also highly recommended
• OR Internationally Trained Dentistry Degree,
• OR Canadian Dental Assisting Diploma with a current letter from a dentist confirming that the candidate has observed dental office and dental hygiene procedures for a minimum of two days.
2) Together with Entrance Aptitude Test (spelling, vocabulary, reading comprehension, mathematics, logic, dental knowledge and English essay) http://www.cbstraining.com/aptitude/ Admission is competitive and meeting the minimum requirements does not ensure admission into the program.
Other Requirements:
• Immunization for Hepatitis B and TB skin test
• Medical doctor's certification of current health
• Criminal record reference check
• Letter from a dentist confirming the candidate is in good oral health
• Proof of current certification in CPR and First Aid Level C
Course Description
The Dental Hygiene program prepares students to meet the needs of a regulated profession. The program articulates the dental hygiene process model of care, comprising preparation, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
With current standards and practices, the Dental Hygienists have become important members of the dental health initiatives in Canada. At the Faculty of Health Science, students will learn about the profession of dental hygiene, including dental prevention modalities.
An important part of the program is observing jurisprudence and recognizing the potential hazards of dental products and techniques. Overall commitment to preserving dental health through education and preventative counselling will render the graduate worthy of practicing in Canada.

OBJECTIVE: 1 RDH offers the course as the field of dental hygiene presents a wide variety of opportunities. In Canada, registered dental hygienists (RDHs) may pursue careers in both clinical and community practice. In clinical practice, dental hygienists most often work with general practitioner dentists or specialty practice dentists. They are educated to work directly with patients to prevent and treat gum disease and tooth decay, and are trained to:
• Assess tooth and gum health
• Prepare individualized dental hygiene treatment plans
• Refer clients to a dentist for dental treatment
As part of their clinical regime, they not only look after the cosmetic appearance of teeth and gums, but also perform complex services like scaling and root planning to treat gum infections and diseases.
In community practice, the work of dental hygienists ranges from working with individuals on a one-to-one basis to dealing with entire communities They may perform health surveys for a community and work with other health professionals to design a health program for that community.
Dental Hygienist work independently, interdependently and collaboratively with health professionals in a variety of practice settings, including private dental practices, community clinics, public health programs, institutions and long term care facilities.

The Dental Hygiene Faculty enrolment committee at 1 RDH cannot guarantee acceptance and only qualified students will be considered for entrance in this program.


PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of the National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination the graduate will be able to:

1. Function as a professional Dental Hygienist to provide client centered dental hygiene services.
2. Manage the dental hygiene practice environment using Dental Hygiene Standards of Practice and principles of Ethical Practice.
3. Use effective communications with clients, families and other members of the healthcare team
4. Work effectively as a member of a team to provide dental hygiene services
5. Use psychomotor skills in a safe, atraumatic and effective manner in clinical dental hygiene practice
6. Make decisions that reflect critical thinking based on systematic enquiry and effective problem-solving
7. Manage dental hygiene services by incorporating assessments, planning, implementation and evaluation into oral health initiatives
8. Apply health promotion strategies that enable clients to optimize oral health
9. Labour market information from Service Canada.
Topics Covered More Information:
  • Dental Hygiene Theory I
  • Dental Hygiene Clinic I
  • Psychology and Communication
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Microbiology and Infection Control
  • Dental Anatomy
  • Dental Material Theory and Lab
  • Dental Radiography Theory
  • Dental Hygiene Theory II
  • Dental Hygiene Clinic II
  • Medical Emergencies
  • Nutrition/Nutritional Counselling
  • Pharmacology I
  • Periodontics I
  • Head and Neck Anatomy
  • Dental Radiography Lab
  • Dental Hygiene Theory III
  • Dental Hygiene Clinic III
  • Professional Practice I
  • Community Health I
  • Pharmacology II
  • Periodontics II
  • Radiographic Interpretation
  • Oral Histology and Embryology
  • Oral Pathology
  • Dental Hygiene Theory IV
  • Dental Hygiene Clinic IV
  • Professional Practice II
  • Case Presentation
  • Community Health II
  • Dental Specialties

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*Applicable taxes included. Prices and availability may change without notice. Tuition is HST exempt.
*Books, Material & Other fees extra
*International students are required to pay additional $500 application fee.

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