Alternative Practice Settings II

3 credits · Professional

This course includes a didactic component in addition to practical service-learning experiences. The didactic component will help students to broaden their knowledge of various dental specialties such as periodontics, pedodontics and restorative dentistry while service-learning experiences will provide the opportunity to build on skills related to specific specialties. Students will take part in a public health placement to gain an understanding of the role of dental hygienists in a public health setting. Students will also increase their knowledge of independent practice as it pertains to dental hygiene. EXCLUSIONS: DEHY 4010.06 XY