DENT 108 - Clinical Externship

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

38 hours clinical per week for 4 weeks Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Dental Assisting program or consent of the program director. Corequisite(s): DENT 100; DENT 100L; DENT 103; DENT 103L; DENT 105; DENT 106; DENT 106L. Comment: DENT 108 is offered in the fall and spring semesters only. Letter grade only. DENT 108 may not be audited. DENT 108 may not be taken credit/no credit. Students will purchase their own clinical wear according to the recommendation of the affiliating agency. DENT 108 provides excellent opportunities to apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the on-campus training period. Students will be able to experience first-hand the importance of a cooperative learning setting and develop their abilities to work in a team during a clinical assignment to one of the various dental clinics in the community during the last four weeks of the semester. Upon successful completion of DENT 108, the student should be able to: Demonstrate competency in the skills needed to function as an entry-level dental assistant. Demonstrate a high level of achievement in clinical situations. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the application of asepsis and infection control procedures. Demonstrate confidence in patient management. Demonstrate positive attitudes about self, members of the dental team and the dental profession.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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