DA 5.501 - Dental Infection Control and Sterilization

Institution:

Linn-Benton Community College

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Description:

(2 class hrs/wk, 2 cr) F An in-depth study of principles in dental infection control, decontamination, disinfection and sterilization. This course will provide basic requirements for OSHA's blood borne pathogens, hazard communication and general safety standards in a dental environment, and includes sterilization principles, machines and techniques. Students will be eligible to take the infection control examination (ICE) administered by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) upon successful completion of this course. Prerequisite: Admission to the Dental Assistant Program.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.linnbenton.edu

Phone Number:

(541) 917-4999

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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