Welcome To The Information Session For DMACC Dental Hygiene
Welcome to the Information Sessionfor theDes Moines Area Community CollegeDental Hygiene program
NEW! Online Information Session Thank you for your interest in becoming a Dental Hygienist! Designed to provide you with information on the DentalHygiene profession, this session will outline the responsibilities of students and provide insight to the requirements andexpectations of our program. Begin by viewing the PowerPoint slideshow to gain an understanding of the key points of the profession and the program,including program entry requirements, expectations during the program, additional requirements for completion uponacceptance into the program, tuition/fees, material covered throughout the program, and graduation requirements. After reviewing the material, you must complete the Information Session Quiz. You will answer a few questions about theinformation you have received and provide us with your personal information necessary for proof of completion to meetthis entry requirement. Questions regarding the Admissions (application) process may be directed to Abby Scandrett at ajscandrett@dmacc.edu. Thank you!Jackie Kollasch- Dental Programs Chairperson
IntroductionsJackie Kollasch, RDH, MSE, CDA Abbie Scandrett, MBA, MSL Mary McClure, MS, LMSW Shae McCormick Julie Benson, BS Dental Programs ChairpersonEducational AdvisorCounselorAdmissions SpecialistAdministrative assistantWe hope to answer all your questions!
Program purpose The Dental Hygiene curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for positions in general and specialty dentaloffices, hospitals, schools, public health agencies and industrial agencies. Students are trained in educational methods and preventive clinical services which qualify them as dental healtheducators and competent clinicians. Emphasis is placed on the correlation between prevention, education, and theclinical phases of dental hygiene practice as well as basic and social sciences.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v O5gkIczA154
Handouts Program information brief and entry requirements Application for admission is completed online Catalog is accessed online via the DMACC home page Resource contact information Clinic information brochure Dental Hygiene Skills guide Bloodborne pathogens exposure plan* Our program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association.The CODA is a specialized body recognized by the UD Department of Education. This Commission invites yourcomments regarding this program and can be contacted at (312)440-4653 or at 211 E. Chicago Ave; Chicago, IL60611
Entry Requirements Complete an application for admission. Attend a Dental Hygiene program information session. Provide proof of high school graduation or GED completion. Complete required ACCUPLACER Next Gen testing, obtaining satisfactory scores in Reading (248 or above)and Writing (254 or above) or ACT scores in Reading (19 or above) and English (19 or above). Complete BIO 164 - Essentials Anatomy/Physiology OR BOTH BIO 733 - Health Science Anatomy AND BIO734 - Health Science Physiology with a grade of “C” (not C-) or better. Complete CHM 122 - Intro to General Chemistry with a grade of “C” (not C-) or better.NOTE: The course has a prerequisite that can be satisfied through ALEKS, SAT, or ACT testing. Complete BIO 186 - Microbiology OR BIO 732 - Health Science Microbiology with a grade of “C” (not C-) orbetter.When transferring equivalent courses to DMACC, an official transcript must be sent to the Admissions Officeas courses are completed.
Standby list CHM 132 - Intro to Organic/Biochemistry PSY 111 - Introduction to Psychology SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology ENG 105 - Composition I SPC 101 - Fund of Oral Communication OR SPC 122 Interpersonal Communication When there is no completion of any remaining support coursesfor three years from the date the student’s name went on theWait List, the applicant will be deleted from the list.
If you are completing courses at another college, you must request anofficial transcript be sent to:Des Moines Area Community CollegeAttention: Shae McCormickAdmissions, Building 12006 S. Ankeny BlvdAnkeny, IA 50023
The Dental Hygiene Curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for positionsin general and specialty dental offices, hospitals, schools, and public healthagencies and industrial agencies Students are trained in education methods and preventive clinical serviceswhich qualify them as dental health educators and competent clinicians.Emphasis is laced on the correlation between prevention, education, and theclinical phases of dental hygiene practice as well as basic and social sciences. The Dental Hygiene Program is accredited by the Commission on DentalAccreditation, a specialized accrediting body recognized by the council ofPostsecondary Accreditation and the United States Department of Education. DMACC shall not engage or allow discrimination covered by law, includingharassment, based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, gender,sexual orientation, age, and disability or, to the extend covered by law veteranstatus. Any inquiries may be directed to the EEO/AA Coordination at (515) 9646301
Courses by semester Wait List CHM 132 - Intro to Organic/Biochemistry PSY 111 - Introduction to Psychology SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology ENG 105 - Composition I SPC 101 - Fund of Oral Communication OR SPC 122 DHY 171 - Principles of Dental Hyg Pract Credits: 3Interpersonal Communication DHY 121 - Oral Histology & Embryology Credits: 2Semester 1- Fall CPR Certification CHM 132 - Intro to Organic/Biochemistry Credits: 4 DHY 170 - Principles of Dental Hygiene Credits: 2 DHY 114 - Dental Anatomical Sciences Credits: 4 DHY 161 - Oral Radiology Credits: 3
Coursework, continuedSemester 2- Spring DHY 141 - General & Oral Pathology Credits: 3 DHY 181 - Dental Hygiene I Credits: 2Semester 3- Summer DHY 182 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I Credits: 4 DHY 281 - Dental Hygiene II Credits: 2 DHY 230 - Oral Health Nutrition Credits: 2 DHY 282 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II Credits: 2 ENG 105 - Composition I Credits: 3 DHY 211 - Periodontology Credits: 2 DHY 133 - Pharmacology Credits: 3 PSY 111 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
More courseworkSemester 4- Fall DHY 221 - Dental Materials Credits: 2 DHY 223 - Dental Materials Lab Credits: 1Semester 5- Spring DHY 261 - Dental Health Education Credits: 3 DHY 251 - Community Oral Health Credits: 3 DHY 291 - Dental Hygiene III Credits: 2 DHY 301 - Dental Hygiene IV Credits: 2 DHY 292 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III Credits: 5 DHY 302 - Clinical Dental Hygiene IV Credits: 5 SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology Credits: 3 Option 1 - Select 1 Course SPC 101 - Fund of Oral CommunicationCredits: 3 SPC 122 - Interpersonal CommunicationCredits: 3
CostsFixed Costs Tuition . 174. 00 per credit hourThe costs for each program are estimates and subject to change. Approximate total for the program: 22,413** Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.Be financially prepared!!!!
Varied Costs—CostsBooks (approximate)SADHA DuesUniforms/Shoes/EyewearLab feesInstrumentsSemester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Semester 5 1290 405 440 250 310 65 65 210 150 560Ultrasonic Scaler plus InsertsMagnification Loupes with HeadlampExams and Travel ExpenseReview CoursesLicense Fee 100 100 40 150 100 40 1200 1400 2000 500 336The Dental Hygiene program utilizes a background check service, www.viewpoint.com, to conduct criminalbackground/abuse checks and to track immunizations, health records and CPR certification for each student after theiracceptance into the program. Students are responsible for the cost of this service (approximately 65).
Your Career Job shadowing Required Collect data, organize information, and develop patient care plan for dental hygiene services. Counsel patients in areas of prevention and treatment of oral diseases. Provide direct patient services such as removal of stains and deposits from teeth, radiographs, fluoride, sealants andlocal anesthetic administration under the supervision of a dentist. Keep accurate patient records. Design and implement dental health education programs in community settings. Provide oral health education and preventive care in public healthcare settings
Skills you will need Participate in continuing education activities to promote lifelong learning. Use empathy and understanding when relating to people with varied socioeconomic backgrounds and health status. Make decisions and work cooperatively with members of the dental team and allied health community. Demonstrate leadership skills through student organizations and professional association activities. Communicate effectively with persons of diverse backgrounds in a variety of treatment settings. Ability to be a self-starter and initiate and complete tasks under general supervision. Basic computer skills.
Other considerations Centers for Disease Control and the Healthcare Infection Control Advisory Committee’s Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental HealthCare settings-2003 is applied in all aspects of delivery of care and is available upon request. Medical/Dental examinations and immunizations are required. Students should not work more than 16 hours per week, as homework and required activities are demanding. Plan ahead to avoid conflicts between personal responsibilities and program demands. A support system is essential. Current CPR certification is required prior to program entry and must be maintained for the remainder of the program. (American HeartAssociation BLS for Healthcare Providers program or Red Cross for Professional Rescuer.) Baccalaureate degree completion in dental hygiene is available at four-year colleges that offer dental hygiene completion and acceptDMACC transfer credit. Applicants for licensure are asked if they have ever been charged, convicted, found guilty of, or entered a plea of guilty or no contest to afelony or misdemeanor crime. A prior criminal history, activity or record can be grounds for license or registration denial. Also, habitual useof drugs or intoxicants, or habitual intoxication or addiction to drugs can also be grounds for license or registration denial. Average Starting Salary approx. 50,000 annually for full time employees based on 2016 report from USA wageshttp://www.usawage.com/ia/dental hygienists-salary-in-iowa.php
Graduation Requirements To earn a Dental Hygiene Associate of Applied Sciences (AAS) degree, a student must successfully complete all dentalhygiene and liberal arts support courses required in the curriculum, achieving a grade of “C” (not C-) or better in eachcourse. In order to progress to the next semester of the Dental Hygiene program, all required courses in the currentsemester must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. 86 credit hours total Licensing Requirements in IOWA Graduate from an accredited institution Pass the Jurisprudence exam Pass the National Board (computerized 250 question exam accepted for 5 years) Pass a Regional Clinical Board. We train for the Central Regional Dental Testing Service (CRDTS) exam.
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Dental HygienistsPrimary TasksDental AssistantsPreventive: scale and polish teeth, examinehead, neck, and oral areas for signs of disease;apply sealants and other medicaments to preventcavities; expose and develop radiographsAssist the clinician who isproviding treatment to patients;can expose radiographs andpolish teethTherapeutic : removal of plaque and calculusfrom tooth surfaces; diagnostic tasksTypes ofSupervisionEducationEducational: teach clients proper oral health carein a variety of settings such as general andspecialty offices, hospitals, schools, public healthagencies and industrial agencies.General: dentist does not have to be in buildingbut has seen patientDirect: Dentist must be on the premisesPublic health: dentist has not seen patientFormal education: at least 86 credit hours atcommunity collegeMust pass national, regional, and state examsto become licensedStarting SalaryEarns AAS degree or higherAverage starting salary: 54,000( 70, 240)Direct: most dutiesGeneral: under very limitedcircumstancesFormal education: 47 credit hoursat community collegeMust pass state exams to registerEarns diplomaAverage starting salary: 30,180( 39, 440)
DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAMDES MOINES AREACOMMUNITY COLLEGE
Dental Assistants Like to work with all kinds of people Communicate easily with others Like hands-on work Have variety in their day Are organized and detail oriented
Program History Started in 1966 with 9 students Dental Hygiene started a few years later Currently, up to 36 students may enter class in fall
Full TimeFacultyAdjunctFaculty Sarah Bouma, RDA, CDA, BA, MPH Marcia Nithang, CDA, BA, RDH, MSE Jackie Kollasch, RDH, BA, MS, CDA Program chairperson Jessicca Lenehan, RDH, BS Tina Whitver Dill, CDA, RDH Ashley Miller, RDH, BA, MS
Program InformationThis program prepares the student to be a member of the dental health team; to assist the dentist inall phases of dentistry, including:General dentistryRestorative – silver and white fillingsPreventive – dental cleanings, fluoride treatmentsSpecialty dentistryEndodontics - root canalsPediatric Dentistry – children’s dentistryPeriodontics – gum diseasesOral Surgery – extractions, wisdom teethOrthodontics – braces
The Program Includes:Chairside procedures Assisting bothdentists and dentalhygienistsRadiology x-raysLaboratory Impressions,study models,bleaching traysBusiness officeCommunity Health Education Dental software,common practices One presentation incommunity
What Can I Expect InCoursework?
About the Program 12 months for Three termsFall course load – 18 credit hours ( a minimum of 12 is considered full time) Spring course load – 12-18 credit hours Summer course load – 6-9 credit hours Lecture Hands on labs and clinics In-office rotations
Semester 1 DEA 507 Principles of Dental Assisting DEA 253 Dental Science I DEA 256 Dental Anatomy Dental Materials Lecture - DHY 221 Lab - DEA 424Dental Radiography Lecture - DHY 161 Lab A, B, G, I
Semester 2 DEA 321 Dental Radiography II DEA 591 Dental Assisting Seminar DEA 576 Dental Assisting Clinical DEA 263 Dental Science II DEA 615 Clinical Dental Assisting DEA 702 Dental Business 0ffice Procedures ENG 105 Composition I **
Summer Semester DEA 297: Ethics, Jurisprudence/ Clinical Seminar* One day a week in class (Mondays) *Gen Eds? General Psychology Fundamentals of speechDEA 577: Dental Assisting Clinical II Three days a week in clinicals Tuesday/Wednesday/ Thursday
An Integral Part of thisEducational Program is Clinical Experience.Provided by internships in 5different dental facilitiesProgram directed no studentpreferences unlessyour personal dentistwould like toparticipateContracts are required *Program chair has the right toapprove or deny this requestScheduled to insureeach student acomprehensive view ofdentistry in varioussettings Private office,hospitals, publichealth, specialty Broadlawns MedicalCenter Primary Health Care VA Medical Center Dental Connections
Professionalism requirementsStudents are expected to have a positive attitude during allrotations and get the most out of each experienceNot every clinical internship site will be in a setting youwant to ultimately work in, but they will provide a valuableexperience and make you a well rounded dental assistantOnce set and the dental office notified, the rotationscannot be changed
Work AdvisoryStudents struggle to meet the demands of the DentalAssisting Program High course load New language/dental terminology Juggling responsibilities/time managementWhile in the Dental Assisting Programstudents should plan on not working at allor a light work scheduleDuring Spring and Summer terms,students should not plan to make it to anyoutside work site before 5:30 pm duringtheir clinical internship assignments.
GraduationRequirementsUponGraduationA student must complete all courseworkas prescribed and maintain a 2.0 gradepoint average throughout this program.Satisfy the requirements of the State ofIowa to be registered with the IowaBoard of Dental Examiners to practiceas a Dental AssistantA grade of “F” in any course will preventthe student from continuing in theprogram and the course must berepeated.Sit for the Dental Assisting NationalBoard Exam
What Else Should I Know?Program has strict grooming standards while in any course lab and at all times during clinical internshipsComply with OSHA and CDC regulations Hair must be secured off of the neck or above the collar No headbands, tiaras or other embellishments allowed You will be putting your fingers in the patient’s mouth Nails must be kept short and clean Nails must not extend past the tip of the finger No nail polish or fake nails allowed!!! No piercings other than single piercing in each ear Jewelry limited to single ¼” simple stud in each ear and watch. NO RINGS allowed. Tattoos must be covered by lab coat and be extremely conservative Make up and perfume must be kept to a minimum and be professionalYou will be dealing with diverse patient population groups, personalities anddental needs which can be challenging yet rewarding
What Else Should I Know?You will be working closely withclassmates as partners. This means you MUST be able to receive alldental treatment you will be learning to perform Inability to do so prevents a classmate fromreceiving their full educational experienceAttendance is a REQUIREMENT forSUCCESS! The Dental Assisting Program builds quicklyupon itself. Missed classes are missed opportunities forlearning that can’t be recaptured. Strict attendance policy will be followed
What Else Should I Know?You must: have a positive attitude through all adversity adapt well to expectationsand recommendations stay organized communicate well with faculty be PROFESSIONAL – you areproviding a service in aconfidential environment open to new experiences, ideasand practices Not everyone can do everythingwell the first time Have patience with yourself ASK for help when your issue/concern/confusion first begins
FinancialConsiderationsWHAT WILL I NEED?
1. TextbooksNew edition of our books should bearriving in the DMACC bookstorethis summer All required and are used List is included in your packet Approximate cost: 1400.00Used books may be purchased frompast students, DMACC bookstore,online, or Textbook Outlet. Be carefulto have the appropriate edition
2. Health Histories Medical & Dental Check-up Required to be completed by your physician/dentist and form,located in your packet, submitted to Ms. Kollasch by September 15. Recommended that these be completed prior to Fall semester’sstart date (last week of August)
3. Background Check Requirement of DMACC and State of Iowa for Dental Assisting Registration Deadline September 15 Fee involved Student must do online Approximate cost: 58 ( 83)
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4. Immunization Records and Hepatitis Vaccination A requirement for all healthcare givers Fee involved – student’s responsibilities You must provide proof of vaccinations to this program as they are received. It is delivered in 3 vaccinations, several weeks apart you must have at least 2 vaccinations before entering clinicals in January. Approximate cost: 200?.
What Can DMACCStudent Health Provide for ME?Hepatitis B #1,#2,#3 Tetanus-diphtheria Tuberculin PPD Skin Test Flu *fees responsibility of student
5. CPR CertificationRequirement ofProgramDMACC offers a classevery monthCan also try Red Cross,American Heart Association,community education, orlocal Fire department forclassesApproximate cost: 65 – 90.
6.Uniforms Requirement of the course Name tags ID Patches Protective Eyewear Two sets of scrubs three lab coats ALL white, closed toe, leather or vinyl tennis/work shoes Can get on sale if you watch throughout the summer Must be worn only in clinic/lab Requirement for class 2nd week of schoolApproximate cost: 300
Other Personal Protective Equipment Provided by DMACC Masks, exam gloves *Utility Gloves *Radiology Dosimeters *Laundering Lab Coats*Student responsible for replacement costs, if lost
7. Other required Considerations Lab fees ( 375) Student membership in American Dental Assistant Association ( 35) Dental Assisting National Board Exam State of Iowa Registration fee and exam fees ( 60) Transportation costs to clinical sites *See PIB for approximate costs( 410)
How Can My Family Help Me In My EducationalPursuit?Be supportive of you and understand you will be carrying a heavy load.Be a patient in the Dental Clinic when you are in need (i.e. radiography & coronalpolish)Help to secure community education sites if possible.
Registering for ClassThe Academic Advisor will walk you through registration for Fall Courses.You may register yourself online for courses in subsequent semesters.Lab sizes must be kept equal and of even numbers so thee may be some shuffling rightat first.
Want To Contact Us Later? Chairperson: Jackie KollaschJskollasch@dmacc.edu Administrative Assistant Julie Bensonjrbenson@dmacc.edu Instructor Sarah Boumasebouma@dmacc.edu Instructor Marcia Nithangmdnithang@dmacc.edu Academic Advisor Abbie Scandrettajscandrett@dmacc.edu Admissions Specialist Shae McCormicksmccormick6@dmacc.edu Counselor Mary McCluremmmcclure@dmacc.edu Dean Art Brownacbrown9@dmacc.edu
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