11 courses with the subject DNA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DNA 100Dentistry as a Profession2
This course is designed to give students important knowledge of the historical challenges that took place and contributions that were made to advance the dentistry profession into what it is today. Students will learn how to provide excellent and professional dentistry by learning the contributing roles of dental assistants, dental receptionists, dental hygienists, and dental laboratory technicians. They will also learn the importance of their role as a dental assistant including making dental treatments comfortable for patients of any culture or generation by understanding those patients’ psychological backgrounds and paradigms concerning dentistry. Students will learn and apply appropriate communication skills for key and successful patient interactions by utilizing listening and verbal and non- verbal communication to overcome defense mechanisms to meet patient needs.
This course addresses the daily decisions that require judgements regarding legal and ethical principles. Students will learn the importance of always maintaining a professional and ethical standard and the consequences of unethical actions in the dental office. Students will learn state requirements to become licensed to perform specific dental duties and responsibilities. This course emphasizes that a dental assistant must thoroughly understand the law and the expanded functions of the Dental Practice Act to protect the patient, the dentist, and the profession. As dental health care continues to change, students will learn how the law affects these changes and how to work proficiently within the law and scope of practice. HIPPA regulations and requirements are taught as it the responsibility of the dental team members to protect the patient’s information.
In this course students will learn that specific terms are used to establish a means for health professionals to communicate more effectively by understanding the body is divided into systems, planes, cavities, and basic units that provide common references and terms for studying and communicating information about the body. Students will learn specific structural components and functions of the human body systems; digestive, urinary, reproductive, nervous, cardiovascular, blood, lymphatic and immune, musculoskeletal, endocrine, skin and sense organs. This course provides students with the knowledge 115
In this course students will learn how to safeguard against pathogenic microorganisms exposed during a dental procedure, students will also learn that as a dental assistant they must understand how pathogens cause diseases in a susceptible person. This course will provide an understanding about pathogenic organisms along with the diseases they cause and how the body can defend against them. This course will the emphasize infection control as a critical function and the importance of maintaining a safe workplace. Students will gain an understanding of patients with physical, sensory, and intellectual disabilities and how to manage patients with special needs and those who are mentally compromised and who require special care. Students will learn the importance of attention to detail and identifying patients medical and dental history, accurate assessment and documentation of drugs used by patients by becoming knowledgeable about pharmacology, the side effects of drugs, and drug interactions. Students will learn the vital role in the prevention of emergencies and in rendering emergency care, as well as maintaining a thorough medical history and patient observation and evaluation.
In this course students will learn how to demonstrate and discuss with patients different toothbrushing techniques, oral hygiene aids and how to properly floss. Students will also understand special needs of patients and their special dental needs. Students will have a basic understanding of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water all relating to healthy dental care.
In this course students will learn how the importance of understanding the various office dental designs, the function of each area in the dental office and the equipment that it is used in that area, how each dentist lays out their office to meet the needs of the practice as well as how each area relates to patient care. Students will learn the responsibilities and job description of the dental assistant in relation to preparing for the patient for treatment, seating and the dismissing of the patient, all while preparing and maintaining an infection free environment and to ensure patient and employee safety. This course will emphasize the importance and responsibilities of the dental assistant and the ability to recognize, name, and maintain dental instruments and handpieces used in general dental procedures. Students will learn how to use ergonomics, correctly transfer instruments, understanding dental procedures and anticipate actions that will enable the dental assistant to be a excellent asset to the office and comfort the patient.
In this course students will learn and be able to identify the components of the dental radiology units. Students will learn of the safety and precautions associated with radiation exposure and become familiar with physics and biological effects of ionization radiation and use that understanding of the principles of shadow casting, lead apron, cervical collar during every radiological exposure for patient safety, while maintaining infection control during dental radio graphic procedures.
This course will cover dental emergencies and the dental assistants’ role, responsibilities, and treatments needed in dental emergencies. Students will learn that chairside assistants prepare, mix, and transfer the material and instruments used during dental procedures. Students will gain knowledge of dental cement properties, composite restorative materials necessary for proper preparation and manipulation of the 116
In this course students will learn the scope of comprehensive dental treatments, including restoring and maintaining the primary mixed and permanent dentition, along with the preventative measure for dental issues, such as caries, periodontal disease, and malocclusion. The primary focus of this course and dental practice is to provide preventative treatment and care of compromised patients and provide effective and management of care. Students will learn the role of a dental assistant in a pediatric practice is multifaceted, involving various duties and responsibilities. Additionally, they will serve as educators for both the child and caregiver providing valuable guidance and oral health practices.
This course will introduce the dental assistant student to the healthcare industry and dentist industry and will provide training in professional behavior, interpersonal skills, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, patient reception and daily dental office operations. Students will also learn the billing and insurance policies and procedures as it relates to dental management. Students will also learn how to research job opportunities, compose an effective resume and to successfully complete the dental employment application process. This course will also prepare the student to perform a self-assessment evaluation and develop techniques for successful interviews.
Dental Assisting Externship placement is scheduled at a Dental Office that provides the appropriate student patient interaction to reinforce educational training received throughout the Dental Assistant program. Students will be given the opportunity to apply newly acquired education and skills to strengthen knowledge of theory and skill sets. WELLNESS & BEAUTY DEPARTMENT, COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
