DENT 1412 - Infection Control in the Dental Environment

Institution:

St. Cloud Technical and Community College

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Description:

This course will enable the dental assisting student to function effectively as part of the dental health team within the concepts of infection control, bloodborne pathogen standards and hazard communications plans. It will also help to prepare the student to successfully write the ICE examination. This course provides essential background information on methods of sterilization and disinfection, barrier techniques, and infection control standards recommended by OSHA, CDC, Minnesota Board of Dentistry and the American Dental Association. Various types of microorganisms and infectious diseases will be discussed as well as their mode of transmissions. Other topics included in this course include terminology, occupational safety and management of hazardous materials utilized in the dental office. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sctcc.edu

Phone Number:

(320) 308-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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