DENTL 100 - Orientation to Dental Assisting

2.0 Credits
Introduction to the field of dentistry, covering the roles of the dental team, legal and ethical considerations, and various dental specialties. It emphasizes preventive dentistry, bloodborne pathogens, and the importance of HIPAA in the dental office.
Prerequisite Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AHE 116.
Dual Listed as n/a

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Describe the members of the dental team and outline their roles and responsibilities.
2. Identify and describe the 12 dental specialties that are recognized by the National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards (NCRDSCB).
3. Explain the importance of preventative dentistry.
4. Describe the basic concept of bloodborne pathogens as it relates to dentistry.
5. Discuss the legal and ethical aspects of dentistry.
6. Explain the concept of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and its importance in dentistry health records.

Course Typically Offered
Fall