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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the dental specialties of Pediatric dentistry, Periodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Endodontics, Prosthodontics (fixed and removable), Orthodontics and also special needs patients. The student will be introduced to the lab and clinical procedures with each of the specialties listed. The lab portion will also build on material learned in Clinical Assisting I (DENT 1124). Student will repeat certain hands-on skills with an expectation of greater proficiency. Prerequisite(s): DENT 1010, DENT 1112, and DENT 1124
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1.00 Credits
This course provides the student with instruction in the principles and applications that are related to the management a dental office. Emphasis is placed on managing patient records, financial records, third party payments, appointment scheduling, inventory and recall systems. Prerequisite(s): DENT1112, DENT1124
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1.00 Credits
This course will provide information to prepare the individual for taking the dental assisting credentialing examinations. The topics included are those that are tested by the national certification and state board registration exams. This course is appropriate for those individuals who are in need of becoming re-credentialed or for those seeking initial credentialing. Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
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7.00 Credits
This is a faculty-supervised course at extramural sites with dentists and dental auxiliaries providing ancillary supervision. The learner will be provided with clinical experiences by affiliations in general dentistry and/or specialized practices. Emphasis is on professionalism in performing general chairside and advanced intraoral procedures. Prerequisites: Instructor Approval
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7.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide the learner with instruction and practice to perform the clinical competence in the following intraoral functions approved by the Minnesota Board of Dentistry: taking radiographic exposures, performing mechanical polishing, taking preliminary impressions and bite registrations, applying topical fluoride, whitening agents, placing and removing dental dam, placing and removing periodontal dressing, removing excess cement, and applying pit and fissure sealants, inducing patients to nitrous-oxide/oxygen sedation and removing excess bonding material from orthodontic appliances with a rotary handpiece, In addition the following intraoral functions are taught and practiced to laboratory competency: applying non-fluoride topical medications, removing sutures, preliminary adaptation of temporary (provisional) crowns, performing selected orthodontic functions. Prerequisite(s): DENT1100, DENT1112, DENT1114, DENT1106, DENT1124, HPER1410
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the basic principles of nutrition, pharmacology, ergonomics, and citizenship skills as they apply to the dental field. Students will be introduced to basic nutritional concepts and its effects on the human body from the standpoint of general health and the relationship to oral disease. Students will also learn about medications that are commonly seen in the dental setting and the diseases, indications for which these drugs are prescribed and adverse reactions that can result in medical emergencies in the dental office. In addition, students will learn how ergonomic principles apply to dental assisting. Students will also participate in service-learning projects to gain a sense of community contribution and experience. Prerequisites: ENGL0050, GTEC0006, MATH0080 or appropriate score on assessment
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Independent Study
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0.00 Credits
Remedial Dental Credentialing Exam Prep
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3.00 Credits
This course guides the student in obtaining skills needed to establish and maintain a physically and psychologically safe and healthy learning environment for young children. Topics include preventing illness and accidents; handling emergencies; providing health, safety, and nutrition educational experiences; meeting children's basic nutritional needs; child abuse prevention, safe sleep practices, and current health-related issues. The importance of collaboration with families and allied health professionals is addressed. This course does not include CPR or first aid certification. Prerequisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of child development from prenatal through eight years of age. Emphasis is placed on developmental domains and learning: physical, cognitive, language, creative, emotional, and social (includes cultural). It integrates theory with observation and assessment of development in home and center-based settings. This course provides learners with a variety of field experience opportunities, which could include in person, virtual observations, and artificial intelligence-powered web simulations. Prerequisite: None Co-requisite: ECED1116
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