Dental Hygiene Care 4 (DHYG 4414)
This course enables learners to integrate advanced knowledge and skills in clinical therapy, radiographic analysis, pathological findings and the determinants of health into evidence-informed dental hygiene practice for clients with diverse needs across the lifespan.
Course code: DHYG 4414
Credits: 8.0
Length: 130.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
DHYG 3314.
| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40704 | January 2, 2025 to June 16, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Downtown Campus | Wright, Cheryl |
Additional Information
- Radiology principles and application of dental imaging techniques
- Dental photography techniques
- Oral care considerations for clients with diverse needs - care for clients with head and neck cancer
- Determinants of health and advocacy in provision of care for clients with complex needs
- Promote wellness - preparedness for infectious disease outbreaks
- Evaluate standards of dental hygiene practice and relate to outcomes of care
- Inter-professional practice
- Case study presentation strategies
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.