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Revised June 2020 MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DENTAL STUDIES PROGRAM STUDENT HANDBOOK
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Revised June 2020
MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DENTAL STUDIES PROGRAM
STUDENT HANDBOOK
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Table of Contents Dental Studies Program Policies ..................................................................................... 4
Dental Studies Programs Mission Statement .............................................................. 4
Dental Studies Programs Philosophy .......................................................................... 4
Essential Functions ...................................................................................................... 4
Grading ........................................................................................................................ 6
Academic Honesty Policy and Procedure .................................................................... 6
Student Absence ......................................................................................................... 6
Transfer Credit and Information ................................................................................... 7
Class and Clinic Attendance Requirements ................................................................. 8
Hepatitis Information ..................................................................................................... 10
Information on Hepatitis B and Hepatitis B Vaccine................................................... 10
CPR and Medical History Policy .................................................................................... 12
Medical History .......................................................................................................... 12
General Clinic Rules...................................................................................................... 13
Dress Code Policy for Clinical Courses ..................................................................... 13
Conduct ..................................................................................................................... 14
Complaint Policy ........................................................................................................... 15
Definition .................................................................................................................... 15
Program Requirements and Procedures: Notice of Opportunity to File Complaints .. 15
Commission Log of Complaints ................................................................................. 16
Policy and Procedure Regarding Investigation of Complaints Against Educational
Programs ................................................................................................................... 16
Policy and Procedures on Complaints Directed at the Commission on Dental
Accreditation .............................................................................................................. 21
Administration ............................................................................................................ 22
Circulation .................................................................................................................. 22
Interlibrary Loan ......................................................................................................... 23
Technical Services & Acquisitions ............................................................................. 23
Reference (Research & Instruction Services) ............................................................ 23
Downtown Campus Learning Commons ................................................................... 24
Basil G. Bibby - Library of the Eastman Dental Center.................................................. 25
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Policy for the Faculty and Students of the Monroe Community College Dental
Hygiene Program ....................................................................................................... 25
Student Email Account .................................................................................................. 27
Official Mode of Communication ................................................................................ 27
Frequently Asked Questions ...................................................................................... 27
Dental Hygiene A.A.S. Degree ...................................................................................... 32
Program Goals .......................................................................................................... 32
Dental Hygiene Program Competencies .................................................................... 34
Program Domain/Program Competencies ................................................................. 35
Program Domain Curriculum Map ............................................................................. 42
Student Evaluation of Program Domains/Program Competencies/Supporting
Competencies and Course Goals .............................................................................. 43
Dental Hygiene Curriculum DH01 .............................................................................. 63
Writing Intensive Option ............................................................................................. 65
Dental Hygiene Program Cost Estimates .................................................................. 67
Dental Hygiene Miscellaneous .................................................................................. 68
Licensure and Registration ........................................................................................ 73
Professional Organizations ........................................................................................ 74
Dental Hygiene Scholarships ..................................................................................... 75
Dental Assisting Curriculum DA01 ................................................................................ 77
Dental Assisting Competencies ................................................................................. 78
Program Domains Curriculum Map............................................................................ 84
Cost Estimates* Dental Assisting Program ................................................................ 87
Certified Dental Assistant License Requirements ...................................................... 88
Professional Organizations ........................................................................................ 94
Dental Assisting Scholarships ................................................................................... 95
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Dental Studies Program Policies
Dental Studies Programs Mission Statement The mission of the Dental Studies Programs at Monroe Community College is to
provide quality education in the preparation of dental hygiene and dental assisting
students to perform services permitted within the scope of the New York State Practice
Acts providing for immediate employment and lifelong learning.
Dental Studies Programs Philosophy The students of the Monroe Community College Dental Studies Programs are
encouraged to:
Achieve professional excellence
Be independent learners
Develop decision making skills incorporating creative, critical and analytical
thinking
Be lifelong learners
The faculty will provide optimal educational opportunities and guidance to provide an
environment that enhances student success.
The student will be an engaged learner who takes responsibility, is self-regulated,
demonstrate ethical behavior, is able to self-evaluate and demonstrates standards of
excellence.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions for Both Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting Students Listed below are the Essential Functions required to perform technical tasks for Dental
Studies students, either unaided, or with the assistance of a reasonable
accommodation. These are the essential functions that constitute fundamental
requirements and reasonable physical qualifications a student needs for admission to
the Dental Studies program for clinical education.
1. Comprehension - Must be able to read English, follow verbal directions in
English, understand and apply abstract concepts from general studies,
biomedical, dental, dental studies and clinical sciences.
2. Analysis - Must be able to interpret findings, recognize changes and make
decisions. Must be able to visualize and apply spatial relationships.
3. Writing - Must be able to write clear and legible notations on clinical records
including patient charts in English. Must be able to develop accurate and
complete drawings and written descriptions. Must be able to organize thoughts
and ideas into written essays and research papers.
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4. Calculation - Must be able to measure and mix chemicals, dental materials and
various clinical agents. Must be able to compute mathematical equations
required in classroom or clinical procedures.
5. Vision - Must be able to do the following with or without corrective lenses: read
charts, records, small print, typed and handwritten notations, observe changes in
patient status and distinguish colors both extra and intra orally, to discern shades
of black and white, read millimeter markings on probe, see and identify small
calculus deposits and small lesions from 12”-18” inches.
6. Speech - Must be able to speak clearly, understandably, and effectively to
patients, dental health team members and community groups in English.
7. Touch - Must be able to distinguish between various textures, sizes and shapes.
8. Physical Demands Required:
Reach, move and adjust x-ray tube located at a height of approximately 54 inches from
the floor.
Reach into darkroom tanks for processing located at a height of 36-40 inches.
Give clear verbal commands to the patient while performing dental services and
at a distance of 6-10 feet from the x-ray chair while located behind a protected
exposure control wall.
Hear a patient at a distance of 6-10 feet while located behind a lead protected
exposure control wall.
Operate rheostat control with feet.
Have use of hands and fingers and adequate range of motion to safely perform
all necessary services.
Sit on operator's stool on a seat approximately 19 inches from floor.
Arms proportionately long enough to fit across own body and reach head and
neck area of patient.
Not currently using illegal drugs.
Not allergic to film processing chemicals (developer and fixer solutions), hand
soap/sanitizer, or personal protective gloves, masks, and eyewear used for
"standard precautions."
Students who think that they do not possess one or more of the above abilities should
seek assistance from the program director concerning any flexibility in program
requirements. When possible, reasonable accommodation of a disability will be
discussed and approached in a manner appropriate to the individual's needs.
Services for Student with Disabilities is listed in the College Catalogue.
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Grading Students should be aware that all Dental Hygiene or Dental Assisting courses must be
passed with the necessary grade for promotion to the next semester or for graduation.
The laboratory portion of dental hygiene courses (clinical practice) is not to be
considered separate from material covered in lectures, reading and other assignments.
A grade of “C” or better is required in all DEN and DAS courses in order to meet degree
requirements. All courses exist to provide some guidelines to learning. The never-
ending process of learning is entirely the students’ responsibility. Consult with the
individual Course Information Sheet on what is a “C” in that particular course.
TESTING/GRADING POLICY No reference materials may be used during quizzes, tests or examinations, unless
specified by the instructor.
Students who wish to review test questions must contact the appropriate instructor
according to the guidelines in their respective Course Information Sheets.
FINAL EXAMINATIONS Final examination dates cannot be changed.
All final examinations must be taken according to Course Information Sheet guidelines.
Distance Education Policy All dental hygiene courses require online student participation. Students will access
course related materials on the Blackboard Learning Management System. Students
are registered for their classes by the program director. Registered students utilize a
secure login and password to access program instruction to protect student privacy and
to ensure security. All student IP addresses are verifiable upon instructor request. All
examinations are administered and proctored in a dedicated classroom if not
administered during class or utilizing video conferencing and embedded Blackboard
technologies. There are no additional student charges associated with the verification of
student identity at the time of registration or enrollment.
Academic Honesty Policy and Procedure See Monroe Community College Catalog.
The College Academic Honesty Policy will be applied to all Dental Studies courses.
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated in the Dental Studies Program. The normal
penalty for academic dishonesty in this Program will be failure in the course. All Dental
Studies students are required to sign the Dental Studies Program’s Academic Honesty
Policy and Procedures & Non-Discrimination Statement.
Student Absence For a reasonably short health absence or a planned short absence, students may be
able to make-up missed material. It will be the student's responsibility to contact the
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appropriate instructor to schedule make-up quizzes, etc. Make-up quizzes will not
necessarily be the same format as the original quiz/test. All make ups are based upon
individual Course Information Sheet guidelines. Check with the individual course
attendance policy for the maximum absences allowed in each course.
In the case of a prolonged absence, the Program will advise the students on an
individual basis. Excessive absence may adversely affect a student's academic/clinic
achievement. Incomplete will not be assigned in this program.
Each Course Information Sheet will specify the absence policy for that course.
PROGRAM POLICY: A student who has a change in health status that may interfere with the individual’s
ability to perform the Essential Functions for participation in the Dental Studies Program
and/or work safely in the clinical area must:
1. Obtain clearance from the individual’s health care provider for each change in
health status identified.
2. Obtain clearance from MCC Health Services.
An individual, who cannot perform the essential functions for the participation in the
Dental Studies Program safely, cannot continue participation in the Dental Studies
Program.
Transfer Credit and Information
Transfer Credit Students who have completed non-DEN/DAS prefixed courses (ENG, PSY, SOC, SPC,
MTH, BIO) at another institution are eligible to receive advanced standing if those
courses are determined to be equivalent to those required by the MCC Dental Studies
program. This decision is made by the program faculty and college admissions based
on course description(s) and content of the transfer institution’s program. Credit can be
awarded only if the student has transferred from an accredited institution. ALL DEN
prefixed courses must be taken at MCC.
Transfer Information MCC Transfer Services is committed to helping students successfully transfer to 4-year
colleges and universities. Advisement may include selecting courses, exploring
colleges, connecting with 4-year college representatives, and completing college
applications. We encourage students to begin planning for transfer early in their
academic career, preferably as soon as their first semester. Transfer services also
coordinates college dual admission 2+2 programs which are guaranteed transfer
programs with 17 partnership colleges. Students admitted to 2+2 programs will, upon
successful completion of the requirements, earn an MCC Associate’s degree and
transfer to the partner college with full junior-year status.
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In addition, the dental studies program has multiple articulation agreements in which all
dental hygiene (DEN) courses will be accepted towards a baccalaureate degree.
Examples of non-dental potential transfer courses are: ENG 101, PSY 101, SOC 101,
SPC 141/144, MTH 150, BIO 134/135 or BIO 144/145, BIO 202, BIO 217, and PE.
ENTERING DENTAL HYGIENE AFTER DENTAL ASSISTING Students who are considering entering the Dental Hygiene program after the MCC
Dental Assisting program must receive grades of “C” or better in courses prefixed DEN
for the courses to be accepted in the dental hygiene program.
Class and Clinic Attendance Requirements ** The College's policy on student class attendance states that prompt and regular
attendance at all class, laboratory and clinic sessions is expected for both on-
campus and off-campus assignments. Absences affect grades. See specific
Course Information Sheet.
** To complete your x-ray requirements both Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting
students will have to recruit their patients.
** Failure to complete the clinical, radiographic and laboratory requirements will
prevent the student from proceeding to the next clinical course or graduation.
** Students should not assume that non-attendance will result in their automatic
withdrawal from a course. Students need to check with the Financial Aid Office
for withdrawal implications. Unless students themselves submit a formal course
withdrawal, non-attendance may also result in an "F" grade and thus jeopardize
the student's academic record. For complete Attendance and Withdrawal Policy,
see the College Catalog.
* Off-campus Assignments - students will complete off-campus clinical
assignments during their clinical experience. These assignments will coincide
with clinic sessions for DH students. Students must arrange their own
transportation for off-campus experiences.
*** DA students will complete all clinical rotations at off-site facilities. Students are
required to follow protocols required by the off-site clinic facilities.
** Students are reminded that an important part of attendance policy is that it does
not provide for blanket excuses for curricular or co-curricular activities, e.g., field
trips, scheduled athletic events, conferences, college and placement interviews,
etc. Students should plan for the above contingencies by regular attendance in
all classes. Students who continually meet their responsibilities with regard to
regular attendance will have few, if any, problems as a result of absence for the
above reasons.
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** It is to the student's advantage to contact the Health Services Department either
by phone or in person, as soon as possible, when illness occurs. In this way,
more serious illness might be prevented, and students can be advised as to
procedures to follow upon return to classes. Health Services does not provide a
medical excuse from class but will notify professors of a student's extended
absence from class due to illness. When necessary, the Health Service
Department will serve as a liaison between the student and their professors. The
Health Service Department phone number is 585.292.2018.
** All Dental Studies students are required to have health insurance either through
MCC or another provider.
*** Orientations for clinical rotations are MANDATORY for Dental Assisting students
or they will not be allowed to begin their clinical experience.
* Students must pass all six instrument competencies in the first semester and
must agree to the failed instrument policy before testing begins.
* To complete your Dental Hygiene clinical requirements, it is essential that you
treat a minimum of one patient per clinic session. It is the student's responsibility
to recruit their patients.
Periodically, students will be assigned "clinic" patients. Students, however,
cannot rely on scheduled clinic patients as the primary source for meeting
requirements.
* Applies to DH only
** Applies to both DH and DA
*** Applies to DA only
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Hepatitis Information
Information on Hepatitis B and Hepatitis B Vaccine
What is Hepatitis B? Hepatitis B (HBV) is a viral infection that causes inflammation of the liver. Symptoms
include loss of appetite, severe fatigue, vague abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting,
jaundice (yellow discoloration of the skin and whites of the eyes), itching of the skin, and
joint aching. The illness lasts from several weeks to six months. Hospitalization may be
required. Long term consequences of hepatitis B include chronic active hepatitis,
cirrhosis of the liver and liver cancer.
How is Hepatitis B spread? Hepatitis B is a blood and body fluid borne virus. It can be spread through sexual
intercourse, sharing of IV drug paraphernalia, receiving HBV contaminated blood
products, or coming in contact with HBV contaminated blood. Contact may be made by
way of punctures from needles or other instruments that have been contaminated by the
blood or body fluids of someone who has HBV, having a client's contaminated blood or
body fluids enter the health care worker's body through an existing cut or break in the
skin or having infected body fluids splash the health care worker's mucous membranes.
What is the risk to the health care worker? Health care workers are at much greater risk of contracting the virus than is the general
public. Every year approximately 18,000 health care professionals contract hepatitis B.
Hospitalization is required by 500-600 of these individuals, 700 to 1,200 become HBV
carriers and 200-300 will die. Individuals who become chronic carriers can infect their
families and others, including their clients. They usually have to give up direct contact
with clients.
How can I protect myself against HBV? 1. You will need to adhere to the techniques you are taught by your instructors. All
health care workers are required to assume that all blood and body fluids are
contaminated and to take appropriate precautions, i.e., to follow STANDARD
PRECAUTIONS by hand washing, adopting protocols to avoid punctures by
needles and other instruments, wearing disposable gloves when in contact with
blood, body fluids or contaminated material, and wearing other protective gear,
such as gowns, masks and goggles as necessary.
2. Hepatitis B Vaccine. Two types of safe, effective vaccines are available to help
protect individuals against HBV infection. One type of vaccine consists of non-
infectious hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) particles, which when
administered properly, stimulate the immune system to develop antibodies to
provide protection in the event of an exposure. The vaccine is highly purified. All
known infectious agents have been inactivated, and extensive testing has
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confirmed its safety and reliability. When administered properly, it is not possible
to get hepatitis B or other diseases, including HIV, from the vaccine. The other
type of vaccine is genetically engineered and uses common baker's yeast to
produce the antigen necessary to stimulate antibody production. This vaccine is
comparable in safety and effectiveness to the other vaccine.
How are the vaccines administered? The vaccine is given by intramuscular injection in the arm in a series of three doses.
The most common complaint is soreness at the injection site. The second and third
doses are given one and six months after the first dose. Your own physician can make
you aware of conditions in which the vaccine is not recommended. Please check with
Health Services regarding any infectious disease questions.
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CPR and Medical History Policy Prior to entering the Dental Studies Program, CPR certification is required. The CPR
course must include infant, child and adult CPR with AED. This certification may be
obtained through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association or on campus
if it is scheduled. This certification must remain current throughout your tenure as a
Dental Studies student. Students with lapsed certification will not be able to participate
in clinical. On-line CPR courses MUST include a Hands-On component.
Medical History Health Services has converted the medical career physical exam packet & related forms
to electronic versions. Effective May 2012, all medical career students can print the
Health History & Physical Exam packet from the Health Services webpage.
Please also note that it will take 48-72 hours for processing a clearance and any
packets that are not complete will not be accepted.
All students approved for admission to Dental Studies will be required to submit, in
addition to the Health History form, a completed Physician’s Physical Examination
report. Students that do not have a completed physical examination will not be allowed
in clinical courses. Students are required to complete the Physical Examination Packet
in the summer prior to entrance into the program or will be dropped from their registered
courses.
Immunization New York State Public Health Law 2165 requires post-secondary students attending
colleges and universities to demonstrate proof of immunity against measles, mumps,
and rubella. This law applies to anyone born January 1, 1957, or later and who is taking
six or more credit hours. For more information, contact Health Services at (585)
292.2018.
Failure to complete these forms can result in withdrawal from the program,
according to New York State law.
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General Clinic Rules
Dress Code Policy for Clinical Courses
Clothing The Program’s designated scrubs in solid colors (no white or denim) must be worn for
all clinical and preclinical sessions at MCC and all other clinical sites.
Embroidery of scrubs: MCC Dental Studies and student first name and last initial
must be embroidered on the left side. Must be completed by the first week of
classes.
The scrubs must be clean, odor-free, and wrinkle-free.
Clinic shoes must be white and must be made of impermeable material —no
cloth anywhere on the shoe.These can be all-white sneakers or classic clinic
shoes. Clogs must have a heel strap and cannot be perforated.
Socks must be white and cover the leg when seated (no skin exposed).
Scrub bottoms must cover undergarments and scrub tops must be long enough
to cover skin at all times.
A white or matching color crew neck, short sleeved, ¾ sleeved, or sleeveless
‘tee’ shirt may be worn under scrub top for reasons of modesty and warmth.
However, the “undershirt” should not hang below the bottom hem of the scrub
top.
Hair Hair must be worn off the face, neat, conservative style, not hanging in the eyes,
nor fall forward of the ears.
Elaborate hair adornments are not permissible, fasteners must be non-fabric, hair
colored and simple.
Ponytails must be secured and not fall forward of the ears or on the shoulders.
Hair colors must be natural shades.
Hair must be secured prior to entering clinics and labs. Hair must remain secured
until all clinical and lab functions are completed and the clinic/lab areas are
exited.
Breath Must be free of offensive odors (e.g. smoke/alcohol/onions/garlic)
Make-Up A moderate amount of light or natural make-up may be worn.
No artificial eyelashes
Perfumes/Colognes No perfumes are permitted.
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Gum Chewing gum is not permitted during clinical and laboratory activities.
Hands Hands must be well groomed.
Nails trimmed to finger-tip length.
Bitten or chewed fingernails increase the possibility of infection to the operator.
No acrylic or otherwise artificial nails are permitted.
Nail polish is not permitted.
Hands must be free of offensive odors (smoke/alcohol/onions/garlic).
Jewelry Small, clear, acrylic stud earrings may be worn during MCC labs and clinics. No
hoop, decorative, elaborate, dangling, or large earrings are allowed. No other
visible body piercings may be worn in the lab or clinical setting, including tongue
piercings.
No necklaces should be visible at the neckline of the uniform.
A plain, smooth wedding band may be worn. No prong-set gem (diamonds, or
other) rings are allowed due to potential micro-leakage of the required gloves.
Tattoos Tattoos must be covered whenever possible.
Conduct Classroom/clinic conduct is expected to reflect professionalism. Distracting, abusive,
vulgar, profane, or discourteous behavior is rude and disruptive, and is not permitted.
MCC is a tobacco free campus. This includes electronic nicotine products.
Alcohol is not permitted on campus or during MCC sponsored events. Students are
required to follow cell phone policies as outlined in each course.
MCC does not allow visitors in the clinic/classroom.
No children are allowed in clinic/classroom at any time.
More specific clinical protocol will be outlined in the Course Information Sheet for each
clinical course.
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Complaint Policy
Definition A complaint is defined by the Commission on Dental Accreditation as one alleging that a
Commission accredited educational program, a program which has an application for
initial accreditation pending, or the Commission may not be in substantial compliance
with Commission standards or required accreditation procedures.
Program Requirements and Procedures: Notice of
Opportunity to File Complaints In accord with the U.S. Department of Education’s Criteria and Procedures for
Recognition of Accrediting Agencies, the Commission requires accredited programs to
notify students of an opportunity to file complaints with the Commission.
Each program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation must develop and
implement a procedure to inform students of the mailing address and telephone number
of the Commission on Dental Accreditation. The notice, to be distributed at regular
intervals, but at least annually, must include but is not necessarily limited to the
following language:
The Commission on Dental Accreditation will review complaints that relate to a
program's compliance with the accreditation standards. The Commission is interested in
the sustained quality and continued improvement of dental and dental-related education
programs but does not intervene on behalf of individuals or act as a court of appeal for
treatment received by patients or individuals in matters of admission, appointment,
promotion or dismissal of faculty, staff or students. A copy of the appropriate
accreditation standards and/or the Commission's policy and procedure for submission of
complaints may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 211 East Chicago
Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678 or by calling 1-800-621-8099 extension 4653.
The accredited program must retain in its files information to document compliance with
this policy so that it is available for review during the Commission's on-site reviews of
the program.
Required Record of Complaints The program must maintain a record of student complaints received since the
Commission’s last comprehensive review of the program. At the time of a program’s
regularly scheduled on-site evaluation, visiting committees evaluate the program’s
compliance with the Commission’s policy on the Required Record of Complaints. The
team reviews the areas identified in the program’s record of complaints during the site
visit and includes findings in the draft site visit report and note at the final conference.
Revised: 2/13, 8/02, 1/9; Reaffirmed: 8/15; 8/10, 7/09, 7/08, 7/07, 7/04, 7/01, 7/96;
CODA: 01/94:6 4
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Commission Log of Complaints A log is maintained of all complaints received by the Commission. A central log related
to each complaint is maintained in an electronic data base. Detailed notes of each
complaint and its disposition are also maintained in individual program files. Revised:
8/10, 7/06, 7/02, 7/00, 7/96; Reaffirmed: 8/15; CODA: 01/95:5
Policy and Procedure Regarding Investigation of Complaints
Against Educational Programs The following policy and procedures have been developed to handle the investigation of
“formal” complaints and “anonymous” comments/complaints about an accredited
program, or a program which has a current application for initial accreditation pending,
which may not be in substantial compliance with Commission standards or established
accreditation policies.
The Commission will consider formal, written, signed complaints using the procedure
noted in the section entitled “Formal Complaints.” Unsigned comments/complaints will
be considered “anonymous comments/complaints” and addressed as set forth in the
section entitled “Anonymous Comments/Complaints.” Oral comments/complaints will
not be considered.
Formal Complaints A “formal” complaint is defined as a complaint filed in written (or electronic) form and
signed by the complainant. This complaint should outline the specific policy, procedure
or standard in question and rationale for the complaint including specific documentation
or examples. Complainants who submit complaints verbally will receive direction to
submit a formal complaint to the Commission in written, signed form following guidelines
in the EOPP manual.
Investigative Procedures for Formal Complaints Students, faculty, constituent dental societies, state boards of dentistry, patients, and
other interested parties may submit an appropriate, signed, formal complaint to the
Commission on Dental Accreditation regarding any Commission accredited dental,
allied dental or advanced dental education program, or a program that has an
application for initial accreditation pending. An appropriate complaint is one that directly
addresses a program’s compliance with the Commission’s standards, policies and
procedures. The Commission is interested in the continued improvement and sustained
quality of dental and dental-related education programs but does not intervene on
behalf of individuals or act as a court of appeal for treatment received by patients or
individuals in matters of admission, appointment, promotion or dismissal of faculty, staff
or students.
In accord with its responsibilities to determine compliance with accreditation standards,
policies, and procedures, the Commission does not intervene in complaints as a
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mediator but maintains, at all times, an investigative role. This investigative approach to
complaints does not require that the complainant be identified to the program.
The Commission, upon request, will take every reasonable precaution to prevent the
identity of the complainant from being revealed to the program; however, the
Commission cannot guarantee the confidentiality of the complainant.
The Commission strongly encourages attempts at informal or formal resolution through
the program's or sponsoring institution's internal processes prior to initiating a formal
complaint with the Commission. The following procedures have been established to
manage complaints:
When an inquiry about filing a complaint is received by the Commission office, the
inquirer is provided a copy of the Commission’s Evaluation and Operational Policies and
Procedures Manual which includes the policies and procedures for filing a complaint
and the appropriate accreditation standards document.
The initial screening is usually completed within thirty (30) days and is intended to
ascertain that the potential complaint relates to a required accreditation policy or
procedure (i.e. one contained in the Commission’s Evaluation and Operational Policies
and Procedure Manual) or to one or more accreditation standard(s) or portion of a
standard which have been or can be specifically identified by the complainant.
Written correspondence clearly outlines the options available to the individual. It is
noted that the burden rests on the complainant to keep their identity confidential. If the
complainant does not wish to reveal their identity to the accredited program, they must
develop the complaint in such a manner as to prevent the identity from being evident.
The complaint must be based on the accreditation standards or required accreditation
procedures. Submission of documentation which supports the noncompliance is
strongly encouraged.
When a complainant submits a written, signed statement describing the program’s
noncompliance with specifically identified policy(ies), procedure(s) or standard(s), along
with the appropriate documentation, the following procedure is followed:
1. The materials submitted are entered in the Commission’s database and the
program’s file and reviewed by Commission staff. At this point, the complaint is
the property of the Commission and may not be withdrawn by the complainant for
the purposes of the Commission’s review.
2. Legal counsel, the Chair of the appropriate Review Committee, and the
applicable Review Committee members may be consulted to assist in
determining whether there is sufficient information to proceed.
3. If the complaint provides sufficient evidence of probable cause of noncompliance
with the standards or required accreditation procedures, the complainant is so
advised and the complaint is investigated using the procedures in the following
section, formal complaints.
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4. If the complaint does not provide sufficient evidence of probable cause of
noncompliance with the standard(s) or required accreditation policy(ies), or
procedure(s), the complainant is so advised. The complainant may elect:
a. to revise and submit sufficient information to pursue a formal complaint; or
b. not to pursue the complaint. In that event, the decision will be so noted
and no further action will be taken.
Initial investigation of a complaint may reveal that the Commission is already aware of
the program’s noncompliance and is monitoring the program’s progress to demonstrate
compliance. In this case, the complainant is notified that the Commission is currently
addressing the noncompliance issues noted in the complaint. The complainant is
informed of the program’s accreditation status and how long the program has been
given to demonstrate compliance with the accreditation standards.
Revised: 2/18; 8/17; 1/14, 11/11; Reaffirmed: 8/15; 8/10
Formal Complaints Formal complaints (as defined above) are investigated as follows:
1. The complainant is informed in writing of the anticipated review schedule.
2. The Commission informs the chief administrative officer (CAO) of the institution
sponsoring the accredited program that the Commission has received
information indicating that the program’s compliance with specific required
accreditation policy(ies), procedure(s) or designated standard(s) has been
questioned.
3. Program officials are asked to report on the program’s compliance with the
required policy(ies), procedure(s) or standard(s) in question by a specific date,
usually within thirty (30) days.
a. For standard(s)-related complaints, the Commission uses the questions
contained in the appropriate sections of the self-study to provide guidance on
the compliance issues to be addressed in the report and on any
documentation required to demonstrate compliance. Additional guidance on
how to best demonstrate compliance may also be provided to the program.
b. For policy(ies) or procedure(s)-related complaints, the Commission provides
the program with the appropriate policy or procedural statement from the
Commission’s Evaluation and Operational Policies and Procedures Manual.
Additional guidance on how to best demonstrate compliance will be provided
to the program. The Chair of the appropriate Review Committee and/or legal
counsel may assist in developing this guidance.
4. Receipt of the program’s written compliance report, including documentation, is
acknowledged.
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5. The appropriate Review Committee and the Commission will investigate the
issue(s) raised in the complaint and review the program’s written compliance
report at the next regularly scheduled meeting. In the event that waiting until the
next meeting would preclude a timely review, the appropriate Review
Committee(s) will review the compliance report in a telephone conference call(s).
The action recommended by the Review Committee(s) will be forwarded to the
Commission for mail ballot approval in this later case.
6. The Commission may act on the compliance question(s) raised by the complaint
by:
a. determining that the program continues to comply with the policy(ies),
procedure(s) or standard(s) in question and that no further action is required.
b. determining that the program may not continue to comply with the policy(ies),
procedure(s) or standard(s) in question and going on to determine whether
the corrective action the program would take to come into full compliance
could be documented and reported to the Commission in writing or would
require an on-site review.
i. If by written report: The Commission will describe the scope and nature
of the problem and set a compliance deadline and submission date for
the report and documentation of corrective action taken by the program.
ii. If by on-site review: The Commission will describe the scope and nature
of the problem and determine, based on the number and seriousness of
the identified problem(s), whether the matter can be reviewed at the next
regularly scheduled on-site review or whether a special on-site review
will be conducted. If a special on-site review is required, the visit will be
scheduled and conducted in accord with the Commission's usual
procedures for such site visits.
c. determining that a program does not comply with the policy(ies), procedure(s)
or standards(s) in question and:
i. changing a fully-operational program’s accreditation status to “approval
with reporting requirements”
ii. going on to determine whether the corrective action the program would
take to come into full compliance could be documented and reported to
the Commission in writing or would require an on-site review.
If by written report: The Commission will describe the scope and
nature of the problem and set a compliance deadline and submission
date for the report and documentation of corrective action taken by
the program.
If by on-site review: The Commission will describe the scope and
nature of the problem and determine, based on the number and
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seriousness of the identified problem(s), whether the matter can be
reviewed at the next regularly scheduled on-site review or whether a
special on-site review will be conducted.
If a special on-site review is required: The visit will be scheduled and
conducted in accord with the Commission's usual procedures for
such site visits.
7. Within two weeks of its action on the results of its investigation, the Commission
will also:
a. notify the program of the results of the investigation.
b. notify the complainant of the results of the investigation.
c. record the action.
8. The compliance of programs applying for initial accreditation is assessed through
a combination of written reports and on-site reviews.
a. When the Commission receives a complaint regarding a program which has
an application for initial accreditation pending, the Commission will satisfy
itself about all issues of compliance addressed in the complaint as part of its
process of reviewing the applicant program for initial accreditation.
b. Complainants will be informed that the Commission does provide developing
programs with a reasonable amount of time to come into full compliance with
standards that are based on a certain amount of operational experience.
Revised: 8/17; 1/98; Reaffirmed: 8/15; 8/10, 7/09, 7/04; Adopted: 7/96
Anonymous Comments/Complaints An “anonymous comment/complaint” is defined as an unsigned comment/complaint
submitted to the Commission.
All anonymous complaints will be reviewed by Commission staff to determine linkage to
Accreditation Standards or CODA policy and procedures. If linkage to Accreditation
Standards or CODA policy is identified, legal counsel, the Chair or the appropriate
Review Committee, and the applicable Review Committee members may be consulted
to assist in determining whether there is sufficient evidence of probable cause of
noncompliance with the standard(s) or required accreditation policy(ies), or
procedure(s) to proceed with an investigation. The initial screening is usually completed
within thirty (30) days. If further investigation is warranted, the anonymous complaint will
be handled as a formal complaint (See Formal Complaints); however, due to the
anonymous nature of the submission, the Commission will not correspond with the
complainant. Anonymous comments/complaints determined to be unrelated to an
Accreditation Standard or CODA policies and procedures, or those that do not provide
sufficient evidence of probable cause of noncompliance with the standard(s) or required
accreditation policy(ies), or procedure(s) to proceed, will be added to the respective
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program’s file for evaluation during the program’s next scheduled accreditation site visit.
At the time of the site visit, the program and site visit team will be informed of the
anonymous comment/complaint. The program will have an opportunity to respond to the
anonymous comment/complaint; the response will be considered during the site visit
evaluation. Anonymous comments/complaints will be assessed to determine trends in
compliance with Commission standards, policies, and procedures. The assessment of
findings related to the anonymous comments/complaint will be documented in the site
visit report.
Adopted: 8/17
Policy and Procedures on Complaints Directed at the
Commission on Dental Accreditation Interested parties may submit an appropriate, signed complaint to the Commission on
Dental Accreditation regarding Commission policy(ies), procedure(s) or the
implementation thereof. The Commission will determine whether the information
submitted constitutes an appropriate complaint and will follow up according to the
established procedures.
Procedures: 1. Within two (2) weeks of receipt, the Commission will acknowledge the received
information and provide the complainant with the policy(ies) and procedure(s).
2. The Commission will collect additional information internally, if necessary, and
then conduct an initial screening to determine whether the complaint is
appropriate. The initial screening is completed within thirty (30) days.
3. The Commission will inform the complainant of the results of the initial screening.
4. If the complaint is determined to be appropriate, the Commission and appropriate
committees will consider the complaint at its next regularly scheduled meeting.
The complaint will be considered in closed session if the discussion will involve
specific programs or institutions; otherwise, consideration of the complaint will
occur in open session. In the event that waiting until the next meeting would
preclude a timely review, the appropriate committee(s) will review the complaint
in a telephone conference call(s). The action recommended by the committees
will be forwarded to the Commission for mail ballot approval in this later case.
5. The Commission will consider changes in its policies and procedures, if
indicated.
6. The Commission will inform the complainant of the results of consideration of the
complaint within two (2) weeks following the meeting or mail balloting of the
Commission.
Revised: 1/98; Reaffirmed: 8/15, 8/10, 7/09, 7/04; Adopted: 7/96
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Monroe Community College Libraries
The MCC Libraries support the College’s strategic commitment to “Learning First.” Our
highest priority is to promote student success. The Libraries’ primary purpose is to
support and advance the role our resources and services have in the teaching and
learning programs of the College.
Administration Library Administration provides management, leadership, coordination and budgetary
control for both campus libraries. This department actively pursues the means and
methods to provide quality service to support curriculum, the mission and vision of the
college community as it relates to libraries. We seek to be innovative and with
excellence and equality of service as goals. Partnering and local, regional and statewide
cooperation are essential elements to our approach.
Katie Ghidiu – Director
(585) 292-2320
Alice Wilson – Asst. Director
(585) 292-2304
Room 2-246, 4th floor of the LeRoy V. Good Library
Circulation The Circulation/Reference One-Point Service Desk is found near the exit doors on the
second (main) floor of the Leroy V. Good Library. All materials must be checked out
through the Circulation Desk via the library's automated circulation system. The
Circulation staff checks materials out and in, manages the reserve collection, processes
trace and hold requests, receives payment for lost library materials, issues temporary
library cards to special populations, answers questions about fines and charges,
receives lost and found items, and places book transfers to and from the Damon City
Campus. The desk staff is trained to answer directional questions and manage
Circulation Services, but will refer all other research information requests to the
Information/Reference Desk.
The following people can be found in the Circulation Department:
Pam Czaja, Web Services Librarian
(585) 292-2308
Cheryl Griggs, Principal Library Clerk
(585) 292-2337
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Kevin Klapka, Senior Library Clerk
(585) 292-2306
Dennis Woodyard, Senior Library Clerk
(585) 292-1410
Interlibrary Loan Interlibrary Loan (ILL) is a service which helps MCC faculty, staff and students obtain
items not owned by the MCC libraries.
Interlibrary Loan: Bess Watts, Principal Library Clerk
(585) 292-2318
Technical Services & Acquisitions The Technical Services Department of the Leroy V. Good Library consists of two major
library divisions: Cataloging and Acquisitions (collection development). The department
is primarily concerned with the selection, purchasing, receiving and processing of all
library materials.
Technical Services Department:
Michelle Beechey, OER Librarian
(585) 292-2316
Richard D. Squires, Collection Development Librarian
(585) 292-2314
Ann Salluzzo, Reference Librarian
(585) 292-2330
Reference (Research & Instruction Services) The Reference Department's staff provides reference services to the college
community, including mediated bibliographic searches, library instruction and library use
guides.
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The following people can be found in the Reference Department:
Lori Annesi, Reference Librarian/Special Collections
(585) 292-2338
Pam Czaja, Reference Librarian/Distance Learning
(585) 292-2308
Michael McCullough, Ref./Collaborative Learning Librarian
(585) 292-2315
Reference fax number: (585) 424-1402
Downtown Campus Learning Commons The Downtown Campus Learning Commons combines library services with a computer
lab for a truly complete learning environment.
The following library staff can be found in the Downtown Campus Learning Commons:
Mary Timmons, Multi-Campus Outreach Services Librarian
(585) 685-6164
Stephanie Hranjec, Part-Time Reference Librarian
(585) 685-6152
Dennis Woodyard, Senior Library Clerk
(585) 685-6138
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Basil G. Bibby - Library of the Eastman Dental
Center
Policy for the Faculty and Students of the Monroe
Community College Dental Hygiene Program
Use of the Library The Basil G. Bibby Library provides in-house use of its collection. The library’s
resources are to be used as a back up to the collection of the Monroe Community
College, LeRoy V. Good Library for the purpose of education, research and patient
care. When visiting the library, please identify yourself and sign the library guest book.
Reference Services The library staff will help MCC users locate information and, as time permits, provide
instruction on the use of the Bibby Library reference tools.
SERVICES Not Available Circulation of materials
Hours Please call ahead for library hours (585) 275-5010.
Note: Please call ahead to ensure that there will be a member of the staff present. The
library’s book collection is available only when staff is on duty.
Location The library is located on the 2nd floor for the Eastman Dental Center, 625 Elmwood
Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620.
Parking Parking is available in the hospital parking garage behind Eastman Dental Center.
Parking is also available in the pay lots of the University of Rochester’s Strong Memorial
Hospital.
APA Format You must give credit to the source of your information when writing a report. Failure to
do so, at any level, is considered plagiarism.
The APA format is the preferred formatting and style. After making a statement that
needs to be credited to the author, simply note the author’s name and the date the
book/article was published (in parenthesis). This takes the place of the old-fashioned,
time-consuming footnotes. The bibliography would include more complete information
(author’s name, book title, publisher, etc.). Here are some examples to help you.
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If you use the author’s thought, but not the exact words, credit must be given to the
author:
The operator needs to consider both pain perception and pain reaction (Woodall,
1985)
When you use the exact words of the author, you must use quotation marks and
give credit:
“The health care provider should take seriously patients’ reports of pain.”
(Woodall, 1985)
If you make a statement that is widely regarded as true, and used in many source
books, a specific author need not be cited:
Patients having minimal reaction to pain stimuli are said to have a low threshold
of pain.
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Student Email Account
Official Mode of Communication Monroe Community College considers MCC’s student email system as an official
means of communications. MCC will use the system to conduct and notify students of
college-related business and to share general information of importance to students. To
ensure the effectiveness of the system, the following conditions are set forth:
The College will consider students to be informed and in receipt of
correspondence sent to their MCC email account.
MCC will direct official communications to students’ MCC email accounts.
Students are responsible for reading their college email on a regular basis and
for recognizing that certain communications are time sensitive.
Students who choose to have the MCC email forwarded to an off-campus
account, do so at their own risk. The College is not responsible for any difficulties
that may occur in the proper or timely transmission of, or access to, MCC email
forwarded to an off-campus email account. Any such problems will not absolve a
student of their responsibilities to know and comply with the content of official
email communications sent to the student’s MCC email account.
Access to and use of the student MCC email system is considered a critical
service at the College. The MCC Code of Conduct for Users of College
Computer Systems applies to the student email system. The College reserves
the right to immediately withdraw access and use of student email when there is
reason to believe that violations of the Code of Conduct have occurred. In such
cases, the alleged violation will be referred to the Vice President of Student
Services for further investigation and adjudication under the College’s Conduct
Regulations procedures.
Students with a disability who are unable to access their email account may
request support from the Office for Students with Disabilities.
Communication via the MCC student email system is subject to the same public
information, privacy and records retention laws as other forms of communication.
Redirecting MCC email by students to outside accounts and the sharing of
messages with third parties may negate the privacy protection rights afforded to
the College.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this policy mean to you? The college administrative offices, staff, and faculty will be using the student MCC email
system as an official means of communication with you. This will allow campus offices
to share important information more quickly and directly. As such, it will be to your
benefit, as well as your responsibility, to check your MCC email account regularly.
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Are there advantages to using my MCC email account rather than an outside
account? Your MCC email account offers you more storage space than most commercial
accounts. As well as, identifying you as a member of this academic community; this is
especially useful as you apply for internships, communicate with outside agencies, and
search to further your education.
How long do I have my student email account? Accepted and current students of MCC have access to a student email account. The
account will be deleted and purged 240 days after the end of the last semester
attended. Students are responsible for forwarding any messages and contacts they
want to keep to a personal email account.
Can I forward my MCC email account to my preferred email account? Yes. You may forward your assigned MCC email account to any email account that you
prefer (e.g. Yahoo, Gmail, Hotmail, etc.). It is easy to do –just follow the directions
provided at the end of this document. However, be sure that you forward your MCC
email account to an email address that you regularly check, and be sure that you enter
the correct forwarding email address: the College will not contact you if mail cannot be
delivered to your preferred address. Also note: if you forward your MCC email account,
you are responsible for managing the disk quota on your preferred email account so
that there is room for new mail to arrive.
Can I forward my MCC email to a preferred account anytime? Yes. You can choose to forward your MCC email account now or at any time in the
future. However, MCC is not responsible for email that has been forwarded to any other
address.
What happens if I don’t read my MCC email or my preferred email? You risk the consequences of missing important deadlines and information about
registration, financial aid, etc. College offices will hold you responsible for all email
communications/notifications sent to you. Student passwords expire every 180 days.
MCC will send you a notification email prior to expiration. If you do not change your
password, you will not be able to access MCC systems, including email.
Is email the only form of communication there will be between College offices
and students? No, select information will continue to be sent via regular mail. However, college offices
will be using email frequently as a means of communication, so it is to your benefit to
check your email.
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What are examples of official College communications? Official college communications are defined as any administrative correspondence that
either requires a response from the student or are required notifications by the College
to the student. There are numerous documents that you may have received that are
considered official college communications. Here are a few examples of documents that
may be delivered to your student e-mail account:
Office of Student Accounts
o Financial Aid Disbursement Notices
o Title IV Authorization and Refund Notices
o Student Billing Statements
Financial Aid Offices
o Reminders to Accept Aid
o Financial Aid Award Letters
o Financial Aid Outstanding Requirement Notices
Registration and Records
o Student Schedules
o Classroom Location Changes
o Information on Course Prerequisite
o Class Cancellations
Educational Technology Services
o Password Expiration Notice
o Account Deletion Notice
Will I get spammed with numerous emails from the College because of MCC
student email? No, MCC student email is for official communications from administrative offices that
require a student to take action or to notify a student of important information. MCC
student email is not a public list for promoting events or services. Email will not be used
to announce parties, receptions, dances, sales, club events, and other information that
is of an unofficial nature.
What are a student’s responsibilities when they receive MCC student email? Students are responsible for:
1. Checking your college email on a regular basis for any new official
communications. As most correspondence identified to be sent may vary in
purpose, either initiated by the student (like Title IV authorizations and refund
notices) or sent on a pre-determined schedule (like Enrollment notices and bills),
the frequency for checking your campus email account for official
communications may differ from student to student. Please keep in mind that you
will need to monitor your college email account to ensure it does not go over
quota. The College is not responsible for official communications that cannot be
delivered to you because your account is over quota.
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2. If you use a non-MCC email software program instead of the MCC system, then
you must ensure that your MCC student email is considered a trusted address so
it will not be filtered out as spam by your email software. Depending on what
software you are using, the College’s Student Technology Help Desk may be
able to assist you. Please keep in mind that the College is not responsible for
official communications that cannot be delivered because the MCC email was
blocked by commercial or personal spam filters.
3. If a communication indicates that you need to take action, you should do so
within any deadlines indicated.
4. If you have a question about any specific communication, contact the appropriate
sending office for assistance.
If I do not own a computer, how can I receive email? Every student enrolled at MCC receives a college email account. This account is
accessible via the World Wide Web from anywhere in the world where you have Internet
access, including public libraries and many other public places. You may also access
your college email account from any computer on an MCC campus, facility, or library.
Is MCC email the same as BLACKBOARD course mail? MCC email is not the same as Blackboard course mail. Blackboard is the College’s
Course Learning Management System used by faculty and students to perform course-
work activities (post course materials, take quizzes, participate in discussion forums,
etc.) related to a specific class. Your instructor may use Blackboard course mail to
communicate within a class but all official college communications will be sent via MCC
email.
How can I direct incoming messages to another email account?
Instructions for Students to Automatically Redirect
Incoming Messages to a Personal Email Account 1. Log into your student email account
2. Click on the Cog icon in the upper right-hand corner of the screen
3. Click “Options” (located in the drop down list)
4. Locate “Shortcuts to other things you can do”
5. Click “Forward your email”
6. Below “forwarding” enter the full personal email address (e.g. [email protected])
7. Click the “Start Forwarding” button
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Questions? Students with questions can go to the Student Technology Help Desk (2nd floor Leroy
V. Good Library on Brighton campus and DCC Learning Commons 4th floor at Damon
City Campus) to ask for assistance. Students can also email their questions to
[email protected], or call (585) 292-8324 Option 1.
How can I direct incoming messages to another email account?
Instructions for Students to Automatically Redirect Incoming Messages to Another
Email Account 1. Log into your student email account.
2. Click “Options” (located at the top right-hand corner)
3. Select “Organize E-mail,” click on the “Inbox Rules” tab.
4. Then click on “New.”
5. Under “do the following” click on the down arrow and select “Redirect the
message to . . .”
6. At the bottom of the page under message recipients click the “TO” button and
type the new email address.
7. To confirm click “SAVE.”
Questions? Students with questions can go to the Electronic Learning Center (ELC) (Room 11-106
on the Brighton campus and Room 4070 at the downtown campus) and ask for
assistance at the front desk. Students can also email their questions to
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Dental Hygiene Program Dental Hygiene A.A.S. Degree1 The two-year program in Dental Hygiene prepares graduates for careers in preventive
dentistry. Working under the supervision of a dentist, the dental hygienist provides
patient care through clinical service and dental health counseling. Graduates of the
program find employment in private dental offices, hospitals, clinics, and community
health agencies.
Admission requirements are: High school algebra or MTH 098 at MCC or
equivalent/higher college lever with a grade of C or better and also in both high school
biology and chemistry. High school geometry is strongly recommended. Early
applications are encouraged.
The program includes courses in liberal arts, basic dental science and clinical
experience. All students will complete off-campus clinical assignments as part of their
clinical experience.
A minimum grade of 75, “C” is required in all Dental Hygiene courses to continue in the
program.1 Completion of all previous semester dental hygiene courses with a grade of C
and passing grades in biology are required for advancement to the next semester.
Students must follow the sequence of courses semester by semester as presented for
dental hygiene and biology courses, but biology courses may be taken in advance of
the required sequence. A student who fails to achieve the C in the fourth semester DEN
courses will be ineligible for graduation. Successful completion of the program permits
admission to licensure examinations. MCC Dental Hygiene students take the National
Board examination after graduation. Dental hygienists must be licensed in order to
practice. Prior to clinical experience, students must have clearance from Health
Services.
It is recommended that students take BIO 217 during summer session if possible.
Program Goals 1. To maintain a contemporary Dental Hygiene program that reflects relevant and
current evidence-based Dental Hygiene.
2. To provide didactic and clinical experiences to prepare students to become entry-
level licensed dental hygienists.
1After being suspended once, readmission is rare and will be determined by a special review of the Program Readmission Committee. Students will not be readmitted more than once.
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3. To provide students with a wide variety of experiences treating a diverse
population applying the dental hygiene process of care.
4. To encourage commitment to the dental hygiene profession through professional
organizations, continuing education and community service.
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Dental Hygiene Program Competencies
Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene
Introduction Competence is an acceptable, measurable, defined level of special skill and knowledge
derived from education, experience, role modeling, and overall socialization. To be
competent, an entry-level dental hygienist must perform at or above the acceptable,
defined, program competencies. Competencies address cognitive, affective,
psychomotor, and psychosocial teaching and learning.
Figure 1: A pyramid is shown identifying the Program Domains as the top level, followed
by the Program Competencies and then at the base of the pyramid is the Program
Supporting Competencies, all described in detail below.
Program Domains (PD) The organization of the document flows from the general categories that comprise the
central domains of the curriculum, to the specific behaviors that reflect the foundational
abilities expected of students at the course level. The domains should be viewed as
themes or broad categories of professional focus that transcend numerous courses and
learning activities. The concept of domains is intended to encourage threads of
consistency, emphasis and focus that develop and advance throughout the curriculum.
In this document, domains are labeled:
I. Professionalism and Ethics
II. Dental Hygiene Process of Care
III. Health Promotion and Community Involvement
IV. Professional Commitment and Advancement
Program Competencies (PC) Within each domain, “Program Competencies “are listed. A “Program Competency” is
defined as the ability to perform or provide a particular, complex service or task. The
Program Domains (PD)
Program Competencies
(PC)
Program Supporting Competencies (PSC)
Figure 1
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complexity of the service suggests that multiple and more specific abilities are required
to support the performance of any “Program Competency”.
Program Supporting Competencies (PSC) The more specific abilities are considered subdivisions of the “program competency”
and are termed “program supporting competencies”. The acquisition and demonstration
of a “program competency” requires a level of mastery of all “program supporting
competencies” related to that particular service or task. While less complex than a
“program competency”, a “program supporting competency” also requires “foundational
knowledge”.
Foundational Knowledge Foundational knowledge is the product of didactic laboratory and clinical sciences
instruction which imparts the information and experience that are prerequisite for
satisfactory mastery of “Supporting Competencies”.
The biomedical, dental, behavioral and clinical science all provide instruction at the
foundational level and establishes the foundation for the entire dental hygiene care
process. This education ensures an understanding of basic biological principles for
student analysis and synthesis of the interrelations of the body systems when making
decisions regarding oral health services within the context of total body health. These
sciences provide the student with knowledge of oral health and disease as a basis for
assuming responsibility for assessing, analyzing, planning, implementing and evaluating
dental hygiene care. Didactic, small group discussion, seminar and laboratory
instruction provide information and psychomotor experiences that enable students to
acquire and demonstrate competence in the clinical setting.
Program Domain/Program Competencies The program competencies define a level of practice for the new graduate, rather than
predict the higher level of practice that will be attained by dental hygiene practitioners
over their career. Supporting and foundational competencies are identified for each
domain.
Professionalism and Ethics (PD) A. Professional Behavior (PC)
Professional behavior encompasses many components including a team
approach, positive verbal and nonverbal communication, interpersonal skills,
and attention to feedback, protocol adherence, thorough and complete
documentation and time management. The dental hygiene graduate must be
able to practice using a team concept in a professional manner.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
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i. Provide accurate, consistent and complete documentation when serving in
professional roles (110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 121, 122, 123, 125, 129, 211,
212, 213, 214, 215, 219, 222, 224, 225, 228, 229);
ii. Communicate effectively using verbal, nonverbal written and electronic
communication skills (110, 111, 112, 114, 115, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125,
129, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 219, 222, 224, 225, 228, 229).
B. Ethical Behavior (PC)
The dental hygiene graduate must be able to discern and manage the ethical
issues faced in dental hygiene.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Integrate the “ADHA Code of Ethics” in all professional endeavors and
adhere to local, state and federal laws, recommendations and regulations
for dental hygiene actions and service (110, 111, 113, 114, 115, 121, 123,
124, 125, 129, 211, 212, 215, 219, 222, 224, 225, 228, 229);
ii. Serve all clients without discrimination, appreciating the diversity of the
population (110, 111, 115, 121, 123, 124, 125, 129, 211, 212, 213, 214,
215, 219, 222, 224, 225, 228, 229);
iii. Apply principles of risk management to manage professional risks and
prevent liability (110, 111, 113, 114, 115, 122, 123, 124, 125, 129, 211,
212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 219, 222, 224, 225, 226, 228, 229);
iv. Evaluate the safety and efficacy of oral health products, interventions and
treatment in a scientific and professional manner (110, 111, 112, 122,
125, 129, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 219, 222, 225, 226, 228, 229,
SADHA).
Dental Hygiene Process of Care (PD) The dental hygiene graduate is a licensed health professional who provides
educational, preventive and therapeutic services in the support of optimal oral health.
The dental hygiene process of care applies principles from the biomedical, clinical and
psychosocial sciences to diverse populations.
A. Assessment (PC)
The dental hygiene graduate must be able to systematically collect, analyze
and record data on the general, oral and psycho-social health status of clients
using methods consistent with medico-legal ethical principles.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Assess client concerns, goals, values and preferences to guide client care
(110, 111, 114, 115, 124, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 222, 224, 225, 228);
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ii. Obtain, review, update, interpret and identify the need for assessment
data prior to or during dental hygiene care (110, 111, 112, 114, 115, 121,
122, 124, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 216, 222, 224, 225, 226, 228);
iii. Recognize predisposing and etiological risk factors that require
intervention to prevent and control disease (110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115,
121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 129, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 217, 219,
222, 225, 226, 228, 229);
iv. Identify clients at risk for a medical emergency and take appropriate
precautions to minimize those risks (110, 111, 114, 115, 121, 124, 125,
211, 212, 214, 215, 216, 222, 225, 226, 228).
B. Diagnosis (PC)
The dental hygiene graduate must be able to use critical decision making
skills to reach conclusions about the client’s human needs related to oral
health and disease, based on all available assessment data.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Analyze and interpret the data to formulate a dental hygiene diagnosis
related to and congruent with the diagnosis of the dentist and other health
professionals and obtain appropriate consultations (110, 111, 114, 121,
122, 124, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 217, 222, 225, 228).
C. Planning (PC)
The dental hygiene graduate must be able, through collaboration with the
client and/or other health professionals, to formulate a comprehensive dental
hygiene care plan. The care plan will delineate dental hygiene interventions to
be provided that are evidenced-based, client-centered and related to the
identified human need deficits.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Establish a planned sequence of educational, preventive and therapeutic
services collaboratively with the client, based on the dental hygiene
diagnosis (110, 111, 121, 122, 124, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 216, 217,
222, 225, 226, 228);
ii. Formulate goals and establish expected outcomes related to the needs
and desires of the client and the dental hygiene diagnosis (110, 111, 121,
124, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 222, 225, 228);
iii. Make referrals to professional colleagues as indicated by the care plan
(110, 111, 121, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 217, 219, 222, 225, 226, 228).
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D. Implementation (PC)
The dental hygiene graduate must be able to provide specialized care that
includes educational, preventive and therapeutic services designed to assist
the client in achieving and maintaining oral health goals.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Educate clients to prevent and control risk factors that contribute to caries,
periodontal disease and other oral conditions (110, 111, 112, 114, 121,
122, 123, 124, 125, 129, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 217, 219, 222,
225, 226, 228, 229);
ii. Utilize accepted infection control procedures (111, 113, 115, 121, 125,
211, 212, 214, 215, 222, 225, 228);
iii. Obtain radiographs of diagnostic quality (111, 121, 215, 225);
iv. Apply basic and advanced principles of dental hygiene instrumentation to
remove deposits without trauma to hard or soft tissue (114, 115, 125, 214,
215, 225);
v. Control pain and anxiety during treatment through use of accepted
pharmacological and behavioral techniques (110, 121, 125, 211, 214, 215,
216, 225, 226);
vi. Select and administer the appropriate chemotherapeutic agent and
provide pre- and post-treatment instructions (110, 125, 214, 215, 216,
225, 226);
vii. Provide supportive dental hygiene services that can be legally performed
in the state of New York (110, 111, 121, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 222,
225, 228);
viii. Manage medical emergencies in the client care environment (114, 121,
125, 214, 215, 216, 225, 226, 228)
E. Evaluation and Maintenance (PC)
The dental hygiene graduate must be able to evaluate the effectiveness of
implemented educational, preventive and therapeutic services and modify as
needed.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Determine the outcomes of dental hygiene interventions using indices,
instruments, examination techniques and client self-report as specified in
the client goals (110, 111, 112, 121, 122, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 222,
225);
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ii. Compare actual outcomes to expected outcomes, reevaluating goals,
diagnoses and services when expected outcomes are not achieved (110,
111, 121, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 222, 225);
iii. Develop a periodontal maintenance program (212, 214, 215, 219, 222,
225);
iv. Determine the client’s satisfaction with the oral health care received (110,
125, 212, 215, 222, 225, 228).
Health Promotion and Community Involvement (PD) Trends toward consumerism, self-care, disease prevention, health promotion and health
lifestyles means that clients, wherever they might be, want and need information on oral
health and disease. Teaching and health promotion strategies are involved in the full
range of dental hygiene actions directed toward helping diverse populations achieve
oral wellness.
A. Education and Communication (PC)
The dental hygiene graduate must be able to promote the values of oral and
general health to the public and organizations outside the profession.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Identify factors that can be used to motivate the client for health
promotion, disease prevention and/or health maintenance (110, 111, 113,
114, 121, 124, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 222, 225);
ii. Educate other individuals and/or organizations about access and delivery
of services in the provision of oral health care (110, 111, 125, 211, 212,
215, 217, 222, 225);
iii. Present educational information to diverse client populations in a variety of
settings using appropriate teaching strategies (110, 111, 121, 124, 125,
211, 212, 214, 215, 216, 222, 225, 226).
B. Community Involvement (PC)
The dental hygiene graduate must be able to initiate and assume
responsibility for health promotion and disease prevention activities for
diverse populations in a variety of settings.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Assess community oral health needs, risk and available resources and
evaluate outcomes for health improvement and access to the healthcare
system (110, 125, 212, 215, 222, 225);
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ii. Plan, implement, and evaluate community oral health education and
services in a variety of settings (212, 222);
iii. Use screening, education and referral to introduce consumers to the
healthcare system (110, 111, 121, 125, 212, 215, 222, 225, 228);
iv. Provide dental hygiene services as an interdisciplinary healthcare member
in a variety of settings (110, 111, 121, 125, 211, 212, 215, 222, 225).
Professional Commitment and Advancement (PD) For professional advancement and lifelong learning, the dental hygienist must be able to
derive the relevance from rapidly changing information. Knowledge of the scientific
method ensures that actions taken by the dental hygienist are based on scientific
evidence, not merely on ritual, tradition, intuition or personal preference.
A. Professional Commitment (PC)
The dental hygiene graduate must be concerned with improving the
knowledge, skills and values of the profession
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Advance the values of the profession through leadership, service
activities and affiliations with professional and public organizations (110,
111, 121, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 222, 225, 228, SADHA);
ii. Assume the roles of the professional dental hygienist (clinician, educator,
researcher, change agent, consumer advocate, administrator) as defined
by the ADHA (110, 111, 115, 121, 125, 211, 212, 214, 215, 222, 225,
228, SADHA).
B. Professional Advancement (PC)
The graduate must pursue new knowledge on a continual basis due to the
changing health care environment.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
i. Assume responsibility for professional growth through lifelong learning
(110, 111, 112, 121, 122, 211, 212, 222, 228, SADHA);
ii. Utilize scientific literature in order to make evidence-based decisions that
advance the profession of dental hygiene (110, 111, 114, 121, 122, 124,
125, 129, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 217, 219, 222, 224, 225, 226,
229).
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References Adapted with permission from the BSDH-Entry Level Program Competencies
Document, Gene W. Hirschfeld School of Dental Hygiene, Old Dominion University,
Norfolk, Virginia, accessed June, 2011:
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Program Domain Curriculum Map To assure the incorporation of emerging information and achievement of appropriate
sequencing and the attainment of student competence, the program has developed an
evaluation mechanism that relates program domains, competencies and foundational
knowledge to all dental studies courses. The following table lists the major domains
and the related courses.
Dental Hygiene Program Domains Curriculum Map I. Professionalism and Ethics
II. Dental Hygiene Process of Care
III. Health Promotion and Community Involvement
IV. Professional Commitment and Advancement
First-Year Courses
Domains 110 111 112 113 114 115 121 122 123 124 125 129
I. X X X X X X X X X X X X
II. X X X X X X X X X X X X
III. X X X X X X X
IV. X X X X X X X X X X
Second-Year Courses
Domains 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 219 222 224 225 226 228 229 SADHA
I. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
II. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
III. X X X X X X X X X X
IV. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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Student Evaluation of Program Domains/Program Competencies/Supporting
Competencies and Course Goals At the completion of each semester, every student is required to complete an evaluation of the specific courses in that
semester. Refer to the COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES document and follow the directions to complete the evaluation
that will assess the effectiveness of all courses as they support the program’s domains and competencies. Final course
grades will be held until student evaluations have been completed.
Course Competency Evaluation Methods List the various evaluation methods (paper/project, clinical evaluation, skills assessment, exam, etc.) used to measure
each stated program competency. Please list all program competencies and identify all courses where the competency is
addressed.
Program Competency #1: Professional Behavior Professional behavior encompasses many components including a team approach, positive verbal and nonverbal
communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to feedback, protocol adherence, thorough and complete
documentation and time management. The dental hygiene graduate must be able to practice using a team concept in a
professional manner.
Competency #1 Program Supporting Competencies A. Provide accurate, consistent and complete documentation when serving in professional roles.
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B. Communicates effectively using verbal, nonverbal, written and electronic communication skills.
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Program Competency #2: Ethical Behavior The dental hygiene graduate must be able to discern and manage the ethical issues faced in dental hygiene.
Competency #2 Program Supporting Competencies A. Integrate the “ADHA Code of Ethics” in all professional endeavors and adhere to local, state and federal laws,
recommendations and regulations for dental hygiene actions and service.
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B. Serve all clients without discrimination, appreciating the diversity of the population.
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C. Apply principles of risk management to manage professional risks and prevent liability.
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D. Evaluate the safety and efficacy of oral health products, interventions and treatment in a scientific and professional
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Program Competency #3: Assessment The dental hygiene graduate must be able to systematically collect, analyze and record data on the general, oral and
psycho-social health status of clients using methods consistent with medico-legal ethical principles.
Competency #3 Program Supporting Competencies A. Assess client concerns, goals, values and preferences to guide client care.
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B. Obtain, review, update, interpret and identify the need for assessment data prior to or during dental hygiene care.
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C. Recognize predisposing and etiological risk factors that require intervention to prevent and control disease.
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D. Identify clients at risk for a medical emergency and take appropriate precautions to minimize those risks.
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Program Competency #4: Diagnosis The dental hygiene graduate must be able to use critical decision making skills to reach conclusions about the client’s
human needs related to oral health and disease, based on all available assessment data.
Competency #4 Program Supporting Competency A. Analyze and interpret the data to formulate a dental hygiene diagnosis related to and congruent with the diagnosis of
the dentist and other health professionals and obtain appropriate consultations.
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Program Competency #5: Planning The dental hygiene graduate must be able, through collaboration with the client and/or other health professionals, to
formulate a comprehensive dental hygiene care plan. The care plan will delineate dental hygiene interventions to be
provided that are evidenced-based, client-centered and related to the identified human need deficits.
Competency #5 Program Supporting Competencies A. Establish a planned sequence of educational, preventive and therapeutic services collaboratively with the client, based
on the dental hygiene diagnosis.
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B. Formulate goals and establish expected outcomes related to the needs and desires of the client and the dental
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C. Make referrals to professional colleagues as indicated by the care plan.
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Competency #6 Program Supporting Competencies A. Educate clients to prevent and control risk factors that contribute to caries, periodontal disease and other oral
conditions.
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B. Utilize accepted infection control procedures.
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C. Obtain radiographs of diagnostic quality.
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D. Apply basic and advanced principles of dental hygiene instrumentation to remove deposits without trauma to hard or
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E. Control pain and anxiety during treatment through use of accepted pharmacological and behavioral techniques.
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F. Select and administer the appropriate chemotherapeutic agent and provide pre- and post-treatment instructions.
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G. Provide supportive dental hygiene services that can be legally performed in the State of New York.
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H. Manage medical emergencies in the client care environment.
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Competency #7 Program Supporting Competencies A. Determine the outcomes of dental hygiene interventions using indices, instruments, examination techniques and client
self-report as specified in the client goals.
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B. Compare actual outcomes to expected outcomes, reevaluating goals, diagnoses and services when expected
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C. Develop a periodontal maintenance program.
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D. Determine the client’s satisfaction with the oral health care received.
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Program Competency #8: Education & Communication The dental hygiene graduate must be able to promote the values of oral and general health to the public and
organizations outside the profession.
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Competency #8 Program Supporting Competencies A. Identify factors that can be used to motivate the client for health promotion, disease prevention and/or health
maintenance.
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B. Educate other individuals and/or organizations about access and delivery of services in the provision of oral health
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C. Present educational information to diverse client populations in a variety of settings using appropriate teaching
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Program Competency #9: Community Involvement The dental hygiene graduate must be able to initiate and assume responsibility for health promotion and disease
prevention activities for diverse populations in a variety of settings.
Competency #9 Program Supporting Competencies A. Assess community oral health needs, risks and available resources and evaluate outcomes for health improvement
and access to the healthcare system.
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B. Plan, implement and evaluate community oral health education and services in a variety of settings.
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C. Use screening, education and referral to introduce clients to the healthcare system.
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D. Provide dental hygiene services as an interdisciplinary healthcare member in a variety of settings.
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Program Competency #10: Professional Commitment The dental hygiene graduate must be concerned with improving the knowledge, skills and values of the profession.
Competency #10 Program Supporting Competencies A. Advance the values of the profession through leadership, service activities and affiliations with professional and public
organizations.
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B. Assume the roles of the professional dental hygienist (clinician, educator, researcher, change agent, consumer
advocate, administrator) as defined by the ADHA.
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Program Competency #11: Professional Advancements The graduate must pursue new knowledge on a continual basis due to the changing health care environment.
Competency #11 Program Supporting Competencies A. Assume responsibility for professional growth through lifelong learning.
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B. Utilize scientific literature in order to make evidence-based decisions that advance the profession of dental hygiene.
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Dental Hygiene Curriculum DH01 CPR is required and to be completed by the beginning of the Fall semester (CPR for the
Health Professional includes infant, child and adult CPR). On-line CPR courses must
include a Hands-On component.
First Semester Course Numbers Credits
Human Anatomy and Physiology I2 BIO 134 3
Dental Health Education DEN 110 1
Dental Radiography I DEN 111 2
Oral Anatomy and Physiology I DEN 112 2
Barrier Precautions and Infection Control Measures DEN 113 1
Dental Hygiene I DEN 114 2
Clinical Dental Hygiene I5 DEN 115 2
College Composition Or Advanced Composition ENG 101 or ENG
200
3
Total Credits 16
Second Semester 3 Course Numbers Credits
Anatomy and Physiology II4 BIO 135 3
Microbiology BIO 202 4
Dental Radiography II DEN 121 2
Oral Anatomy and Physiology II DEN 122 2
Oral Pathology I DEN 123 1
Dental Hygiene II DEN 124 1
Clinical Dental Hygiene II5 DEN 125 4
Periodontics I DEN 129 1
Total Credits 18
2Students may take BIO 134 or 144. 3Completion of all previous semester dental hygiene courses with a grade of C and passing grades in biology are required for advancement to the next semester. 4Students may take BIO 135 or 145 5Enrollment in DEN 115, DEN 125, DEN 215, and DEN 225 is conditional upon satisfactory completion of the medical requirements and clearance from any existing health problem(s). Students are required to recruit their own patients to meet course requirements.
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Third Semester6 Course Numbers Credits
Nutrition7 BIO 217 3
Dental Materials DEN 211 2
Community Dentistry I DEN 212 1
Oral Pathology II DEN 213 1
Dental Hygiene III5 DEN 214 2
Clinical Dental Hygiene III DEN 215 4
Dental Therapeutics I DEN 216 1
Dental Specialties DEN 217 1
Periodontics II DEN 219 1
Interpersonal Communication OR Communication and
Crisis
SPC 141, or SPC
144
3
Total Credits 19
Fourth Semester Course Numbers Credits
Community Dentistry II DEN 222 1
Dental Hygiene IV5 DEN 224 1
Clinical Dental Hygiene IV3 DEN 225 4
Dental Therapeutics II DEN 226 1
Dental Office Management/Business Practice DEN 228 1
Periodontics III (WR) DEN 229 1
Introductory Psychology PSY 101 3
Introduction to Sociology SOC 101 3
Total Credits 15
Admission to this program is conditional upon meeting medical requirements, clearance
of existing problem(s). Refer to Monroe Community College Catalog.
6 Completion of all previous semester dental hygiene courses with a grade of C and passing grades in biology are required for advancement to the next semester. 7 It is recommended that students take BIO 217 during summer session.
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Writing Intensive Option Students who earn 30 credits of writing-intensive course work with a “C” average can
have their transcript and degree title marked as such.
Clinic, Conference, and Lab Breakdown
First Semester COURSE LE CO/LE Lab Clinic Co/Clin Credits
BIO 134 Anatomy and Physiology I 2 3 3
DEN 110 Dental Health Ed. II 1 1
DEN 111 Dental Radiography I 1 2 2
DEN 112 Oral Anatomy & Phys. I 2 1 2
DEN 113 Barrier Precautions and Infection
Control Measures 1 1
DEN 114 Dental Hygiene I 2 2
DEN 115 Clinical Dental Hygiene I 6 2
ENG 101/200 Basic College Writing
Advanced Composition 3 3
Total Credits: 16 Cr.
Second Semester
COURSE LE CO/L
E Lab Clinic Co/Clin Credits
BIO 135 Anatomy & Physiology II 2 3 3
BIO 202 Microbiology 3 2 4
DEN 121 Dental Radiography II 1 2 2
DEN 122 Oral Anatomy & Phys II 2 1 2
DEN 123 Oral Pathology I 1 1
DEN 124 Dental Hygiene II 1 1
DEN 125 Clinical Dental Hygiene II 12 4
DEN 129 Periodontics I 1 1
Total Credits: 18 Cr
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Third Semester COURSE LE CO/LE Lab Clinic Co/Clin Credits
BIO 217 Nutrition 3 3
DEN 211 Dental Materials 1 2 2
DEN 212 Community Dentistry I 1 1
DEN 213 Oral Path II 1 1
DEN 214 Dental Hygiene III 2 2
DEN 215 Clinical Dental Hygiene III 1 13 1 4
DEN 216 Dental Therapeutics I 1 1
DEN 217 Dental Specialties 1 1
DEN 219 Periodontal II 1 1
SPC 141/144
Interpersonal Communication
Communication and Crisis
3 3
Total Credits: 19 Cr.
Fourth Semester COURSE LE CO/L
E Lab Clinic Co/Clin Credits
DEN 222 Community Dentistry II 1 1
DEN 224 Dental Hygiene IV 1 1
DEN 225 Clinical Dental Hygiene IV 1 13 1 4
DEN 226 Dental Therapeutics II 1 1
DEN 228 Dental Office Management 1 1
DEN 229 Periodontics III 1 1
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 3
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology 3 3
Total Credits: 15 Cr.
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Dental Hygiene Program Cost Estimates
Fall and Spring Semesters, 2020-2021
FIRST YEAR TOTAL SECOND YEAR TOTAL
Tuition-New York State Residents* Non-Residents
4,380.00 8,760.00
4,380.00 8,760.00
Lab & Clinic Fees (All Courses) ~280.00 ~280.00 Other Fixed Fees
Student Life Fee Enrollment Fee Health Fee Accident Insurance Parking Fee** Technology Fee CPR Course Child Abuse Course
249.50 16.00 20.00
8.00 150.00
12 or more cr. 550.00 ~65.00
35.00
249.50 16.00 20.00
8.00 150.00 550.00
Books ~600.00 ~500.00
Instruments/Supplies ~2500.00 ~1300.00 Loupes/Light ~1650.00 n/a
Typodont Lease ~250.00
Uniforms - (Shoes, Pants and Top) ~375.00 ~100.00
Malpractice Insurance Health Insurance (Fall/Spring) (unless waiver submitted by August 13th)
16.00 Fall only $907.00;
Spring only $1081.00 Summer $331.00
16.00 Fall only $907.00;
Spring only $1081.00 Summer $331.00
Licensure Fees: National Board Exam Commission on Dental Competency Assessments (CDCA) License Registration Passport Pictures for Registration
~455.00 995.00
128.00 25.00
Optional Board Review (CDCA) Optional Student Trip
100.00 ~500.00
Additional Expenses: Student Professional Organization Dues Hygiene Association
65.00 5.00
65.00 5.00
Fees Are Subject To Change
* New York State residents must have a Certificate of Residence on file in order to receive the resident tuition rate.
** THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL PARKING FEES FOR OFF-CAMPUS ASSIGNMENTS.
Note: Monroe Community College may find it necessary to make changes
in tuition and fees and reserves the right to do so.
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Dental Hygiene Miscellaneous
Office of the Professions – NYSED – Dental Hygiene
Dental Hygienist License Requirements
General Requirements Any use of the title "Dental Hygienist" within New York State requires licensure.
To be licensed as a dental hygienist in New York State you must:
be of good moral character;
be at least 17 years of age for dental hygiene licensure by examination; be at
least 21 years of age for licensure by endorsement of another state's license;
meet education and examination requirements; and
have satisfactorily practiced for at least two years for licensure by endorsement.
You must file an application for licensure and the other forms indicated along with the
appropriate fee, to the Office of the Professions at the address specified on each form.
It is your responsibility to follow up with anyone you have asked to send us material.
The specific requirements for licensure are contained in Title 8, Article 133, Section
6600 of New York's Education Law and Part 61 of the Commissioner's Regulations.
You should also read the general licensing information applicable for all professions.
Fees The licensure and first registration fee is $128.
Fees are subject to change. The fee due is the one in law when your application is
received (unless fees are increased retroactively). You will be billed for the difference if
fees have been increased.
Do not send cash.
Make your personal check or money order payable to the New York State
Education Department. Your cancelled check is your receipt.
Mail your application and fee to:
New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions
PO Box 22063
Albany, NY 12201
Please Note: Payment submitted from outside the United States should be made by
check or draft on a United States bank and in United States currency; payments
submitted in any other form will not be accepted and will be returned.
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Partial Refunds Individuals who withdraw their licensure application may be entitled to a partial refund.
For the procedure to withdraw your application, contact the Dental Hygiene Unit at
[email protected] or by calling (518) 474-3817 ext. 270, or by fax at: (518) 402-
5354.
The State Education Department is not responsible for any fees paid to an outside
testing or credentials verification agency.
If you withdraw your application, obtain a refund, and then decide to seek New York
State licensure at a later date, you will be considered a new applicant, and you will be
required to pay the licensure and registration fees and meet the licensure requirements
in place at the time you reapply.
Education Requirements To meet the education requirements for licensure, you must have:
earned a high school diploma, or the equivalent, and
completed a New York State registered licensure qualifying or American Dental
Association accredited dental hygiene program.
In addition to the professional education requirement, every applicant for licensure as a
dental hygienist or a limited permit must complete coursework or training in the
identification and reporting of child abuse in accordance with Section 6507(3) (a) of the
Education Law. See additional information and a list of approved providers for this
training.
Every dental hygienist must also complete approved coursework or training appropriate
to the professional's practice in infection control and barrier precautions, including
engineering and work practice controls, to prevent the transmission of the human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and the hepatitis b virus (HBV) in the course of
professional practice. See additional information and a list of approved providers for this
training.
Examination Requirements For licensure, you must obtain a passing score on both the written and clinical
examinations explained below. You may be admitted to the examinations during your
last year of study. You are responsible for contacting the examination agencies to
obtain appropriate information and forms. Deadlines and examination application
requirements may differ for each.
Written Examinations The Department must receive verification of a passing score on the National Board
Dental Hygiene Examination directly from that organization.
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For application to take the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination or to transmit
scores to the New York State Education Department, contact:
Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations
211 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Phone: 312-440-2678
Web: http://www.ada.org/
Clinical (Practical) Examination The Department must receive verification of passing scores on the Commission on
Dental Competency Assessments (CDCA) clinical dental hygiene examination directly
from that organization. The Department will verify CDCA scores from 1994 to present.
If you fail any component of the Clinical Examination more than once, you will be
required to complete additional education requirements at a dental hygiene school
accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation before re-admission to the
Clinical Exam. Specifically:
After two failures in the dental hygiene comprehensive component of the clinical
exam, you must complete 20 clock hours of instruction in each subject failed.
After two failures in the clinical component of the clinical exam, you must
complete 40 clock hours of instruction.
For further information on this requirement, please contact the State Board for Dentistry.
For application to take the ADEX clinical dental hygiene examination or to transmit
scores to the New York State Education Department, contact:
The Commission on Dental Competency Assessments
1304 Concourse Drive, Suite 100
Linthicum, MD 21090
Phone: (301) 563-3300
Fax: (301) 563-3307
Scores are not available by telephone from the Office of the Professions or the testing
agencies.
Reasonable Testing Accommodations If you have a disability and may require reasonable testing accommodations for the
examinations, please contact both the Joint Commission on National Dental
Examinations and the North East Regional Board of Dental Examiners, Inc. for
information. They can be contacted at:
Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations
211 East Chicago Avenue
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Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312-440-2678
Web: http://www.ada.org/
The Commission on Dental Competency Assessments (CDCA)
1304 Concourse Drive, Suite 100
Linthicum, MD320+0
Phone: (301) 563-3300
Fax: (301) 563-3307
Limited Permits A limited permit in dental hygiene allows a dental hygiene program graduate to practice
dental hygiene only under the direct personal supervision of a New York State licensed
dentist before completing the license examination requirement.
You may apply for a limited permit by submitting the Application for Limited Permit
(Form 5) and the limited permit fee of $50 at the same time or any time after you submit
your Application for Licensure (Form 1), the $128 fee for licensure and first registration,
and evidence of satisfactory education using the Certification of Professional Education
(Form 2). The limited permit cannot be issued until the Department has approved your
education.
The limited permit is valid for a period of one year and may be renewed once, at the
discretion of the Department, for one additional year. If your supervising dentist changes
during the one-year period, you must reapply for a new limited permit by submitting a
new Form 5. No additional fee is required. If you want to renew your limited permit for a
second year, you must submit a new Form 5 with the $50 limited permit fee.
Direct personal supervision means that the dentist in the dental office or facility,
personally diagnoses the condition to be treated, personally authorizes the procedure
and, before dismissal of the patient, personally examines the condition after treatment is
completed by the limited permittee.
Applicants Licensed in another State The Department may endorse a dental hygiene license issued by another state if the
Department determines you have met New York's educational requirements, have
passed a comparable licensing examination, have the required professional experience
and have:
met all dental hygiene application requirements;
been licensed in another jurisdiction of the United States and practiced lawfully
for at least 2 years (full-time) following initial licensure; 8 months of such practice
must have been in the 2 year period preceding your application; and
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not failed a licensing examination used by the State of New York either prior to or
after making application for licensure by endorsement, unless you have later
passed a comparable licensing examination.
Dental Hygiene Anesthesia To administer and monitor local infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia in the
practice of dental hygiene, dental hygienists must meet additional requirements and
obtain a Dental Hygiene Restricted Local Infiltration Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide
Analgesia Certification.
Page last updated: January 17, 2019
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Licensure and Registration Once received, your application and all required supporting material will be reviewed. If
you meet all the licensure requirements, we will issue you a license number. You will be
entitled to practice in New York State as of the effective date of licensure. Written
confirmation of licensure - your license parchment and registration certificate - is mailed
within two working days following the licensure date.
Before you receive written confirmation of your licensure, you may find out if your
license has been issued (including your license number and effective date of licensure)
by checking your name on our online license verification service.
To practice in New York under the authority of your license, you must reregister every
three years (two years for medicine). You are automatically registered for your first
registration period when your license is issued. Thereafter, we will send renewal
information to the name and address we have on file for you (see Address or Name
Changes, below) at least four months before your registration expires.
Infection Control and Continuing Education Dentists and dental hygienists must also complete a State approved infection control
course every 4 years. A list of approved providers can be found on the Office of the
Professions' Web site.
Dental hygienists are required to complete 24 contact hours of continuing education
during each three-year registration period.
The program’s Infection Control Manual may be found in the DSPM (Dental Studies
Policy Manual).
Board Exams and Licensure Information
Dental Hygiene: All second year Dental Hygiene students may take The Commission on Dental
Competency Assessments CDCA, or other regional exam for Dental Hygiene (clinical
exam and comprehensive slide exam), and must take the National Board Exam for
Dental Hygiene, before eligibility for licensure to practice in any state is granted.
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Professional Organizations
Dental Hygiene Students enrolled in a dental hygiene program are required to join the American Dental
Hygiene Association (ADHA) as a student member.
Student membership in NYDHA offers a variety of benefits to the students, both tangible
and intangible. The benefits may include the following:
Discounted Long-Term Insurance
Estate and Retirement Planning
College Funding Strategy
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance-Term & Universal
Mutual Fund Investments
Professional Liability Insurance with a 50% reduced rate for first year graduated
dental hygienists through HPSO
o Health Insurance
o Life Insurance
o Accident Insurance
o Discounted Services with Airborne, Bell Atlantic, NYNEX, Mobile, Lawsave
o Disney Magic Kingdom Club Membership
o Restaurants, Hotels, Car Rental discounts
Reduced fees for NYDHA online courses- Infection Control and Child Abuse
Recognition and Reporting.
Quarterly Dental Hygiene News – official publication of DHASNY
Reduced registration fees for Continuing Education courses
Reduced registration fees for Empire Conference/Annual Session
Reduced rates for Continuing Education Registry Program
Complimentary attendance at all state and local meetings
Legislative Representation of the interest of their future profession
Professional Identity
Professional Networking Opportunities
Mentoring Program participation
Leadership Development Opportunities
Access to NYDHA website
Membership Membership in professional organizations is beneficial to help develop leadership skills
and broaden perspectives on community and professional involvement. These activities
are important to add to resumes and mention at job interviews. Participation in
organizations also serves to expand interpersonal relationships and promote peer
interaction. “You are the driving force in your association and the essential foundation
upon which the future of dental hygiene and dental assisting is based.”
Adopted from: www.adha.org/
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Dental Hygiene Scholarships The following scholarships and loans are available to Dental Hygiene students. There
may be additional scholarships that become available during the academic year. Check
with the program director and the Financial Aid Office.
Murray Scholarship Award Awarded to a second year Dental Hygiene student
Must be Full-time
Must demonstrate superior academic ability
Awarded in Fall/Spring semester by Dental Hygiene Faculty every odd numbered
year.
Dr. Viswanathan Dental Hygiene Scholarship Awarded to a second year Dental Hygiene student
Purpose: To encourage students in the dental hygiene program at Monroe
Community College to strive for excellence in the field and to provide financial
assistance to students in need.
One or two awards will be made each year to second year Dental Hygiene
students. The amount will be determined by the earnings of the endowment fund.
Criteria: Dental Hygiene major; full-time MCC student entering the third or fourth
semester of Dental Hygiene Program, GPA of 3.0 or above. Recipient must
display a broadly developed interest in all phases of life and have a well-rounded
personality.
Responsible person: MCC Director of Financial Aid with recommendations from
the director of the dental studies program.
Irene Kelly Mason Dental Hygiene Endowed Scholarship Fund Awards will be made as determined by the earnings of the endowment and will be
awarded to students each year.
Award Criteria:
MCC student in their second year of Dental Hygiene
Clinically promising (as determined by the MCC Dental Studies faculty) dental
hygiene student in their 3rd or 4th semester of study
MCC GPA of 3.0 for continued eligibility
Eddie Gilda Emergency Loan Fund Student must have started program.
Contact: Program Director of Dental Studies Program
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NYS Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarship Applicants must be:
Economically disadvantaged and a member of a minority group historically
underrepresented in the licensed profession, or
Member of a minority group historically underrepresented in the licensed
profession, or
Enrolled in, or a graduate of, the State-sponsored EOP, HEOP, SEEK, or
College Discovery opportunity programs.
For HYGIENE STUDENTS:
Upon completion of study, the student must work as a licensed professional 1
year for each annual payment received. Employment must be in the studied
profession and must be in New York State. If the student does not begin practice
within 1 year of program completion, s/he will be required to repay twice the
amount of all scholarship monies received plus interest.
Apply by requesting an application and further information from:
New York State Education Department
Scholarship and Grants Administration Unit
Education Building Addition, Room 1078
Albany, NY 12234
United States
Phone: (518) 486-1319
Fax: (518) 486-5346
Note: For other financial aid information, contact the Financial Aid office on Campus.
Awards Awards are given at the end of the second year at the Dental Studies Pinning
Ceremony in the following categories: Clinical Excellence, Academic Excellence,
Various aspects of patient care and Professional Association Awards.
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Dental Assisting Program Dental Assisting Curriculum DA018 The one year dental assisting certificate program prepares graduates for New York
State Licensure in Dental Assisting. Students are taught to perform chair side dental
assisting procedures, related laboratory and office procedures and all delegable
expanded functions permitted by the State Education Department. Instruction includes
both lectures/laboratory coursework as well as clinical application of skills along with
formal clinical externships.
Graduates will be eligible to take the certification exam offered by the Dental Assisting
National Board (DANB).
Recommended preparation includes high school chemistry and biology;
Admission requirements include a completed physical and certification of
technical standards;
a high school diploma or GED;
CPR certification (CPR for the health professional includes infant child and adult
CPR);
ESOL and Transitional Studies courses must be completed prior to matriculation.
Fall Semester Course Number Credits
Dental Radiography I DEN 111 2
Oral Anatomy and Physiology I DEN 112 2
Barrier Precautions and Infection Control Measures DEN 113 1
Dental Materials DEN 211 2
Preclinical Dental Assisting DAS 110 4
Biology Elective 9 3
College Composition or Advanced Composition ENG 101/200 3
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Spring Semester Course Number Credits
Orientation to DA Clinical Practice DAS 115 1
Clinical Dental Assisting Practice DAS 120 4
8After being suspended once, readmission is rare and determined by a special review of the Program Readmissions Committee. Students will not be readmitted more than once. 9 Required biology courses are BIO 133, 134, or 142. To remain in the program, students must receive a grade of “C” or better in all courses prefixed DAS and at least a “C-“in other courses prefixed DEN. Students who are considering entering the Dental Hygiene Program must receive grades of “C” or better in courses prefixed DEN for the courses to transfer. DEN 121 must be taken for audit. Currently enrolled Dental Assisting students who apply for Dental Hygiene must successfully complete the program and also need to meet the algebra, chemistry, and biology prerequisites as noted on the Dental Hygiene admissions information sheet.
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Fall Semester Course Number Credits
Advanced Biomedical Sciences for DA Practice DAS 122 2
Dental Specialties Procedures DAS 227 2
Dental Radiography II DEN 121 2
Dental Office Management DEN 228 1
Communications and Crisis SPC 144 or SPC 141 3
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Dental Assisting Competencies Adapted with permission from the BSDH-Entry Level Program Competencies
Document, Gene W. Hirschfeld School of Dental Hygiene, Old Dominion University,
Norfolk, Virginia, accessed June, 2011:
Introduction Competence is an acceptable, measurable, defined level of special skill and knowledge
derived from education, experience, role modeling, and overall socialization. To be
competent, an entry-level dental assistant must perform at or above the acceptable,
defined, program competencies. Competencies address cognitive, affective and
psychosocial teaching and learning.
Figure 2: A pyramid is shown identifying the Program Domains as the top level, followed
by the Program Competencies and then at the base of the pyramid is the Program
Supporting Competencies, all described in detail below.
Program Domains (PD) The organization of the document flows from the general categories that comprise the
central domains of the curriculum, to the specific behaviors that reflect the foundational
abilities expected of students at the course level. The domains should be viewed as
themes or broad categories of professional focus that transcend numerous courses and
Program Domains (PD)
Program Competencies
(PC)
Program Supporting Competencies (PSC)
Figure 2
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learning activities. The concept of domains is intended to encourage threads of
consistency, emphasis and focus that develop and advance throughout the curriculum.
In this document, domains are labeled:
I. Professionalism and Ethics
II. Dental Assisting Clinical Practice Standards
III. Health Promotion and Community Involvement
IV. Professional Commitment and Advancement
Program Competencies (PC) Within each domain, “Program Competencies” are listed. A “Program Competency” is
defined as the ability to perform or provide a particular, complex service or task. The
complexity of the service suggests that multiple and more specific abilities are required
to support the performance of any “Program Competency”.
Program Supporting Competencies (PSC) The more specific abilities are considered subdivisions of the “major competency” and
are termed “supporting competencies”. The acquisition and demonstration of a “major
competency” requires a level of mastery of all “supporting competencies” related to that
particular service or task. While less complex than a “major competency, a “supporting
competency” also requires “foundational knowledge”.
Foundational Knowledge Foundational knowledge is the product of didactic laboratory and clinical sciences
instruction which imparts the information and experience that are prerequisite for
satisfactory mastery of “Supporting Competencies”.
The biomedical, dental, behavioral and clinical science all provide instruction at the
foundational level and establishes the foundation for the entire dental assisting
standards of practice. This education ensures an understanding of basic biological
principles for student analysis and synthesis of the interrelations of the body systems
when making decisions regarding oral health services within the context of total body
health. These sciences provide the student with knowledge of oral health and disease
as a basis for assuming responsibility for patient education, implementation of treatment
procedures, and preparation of supportive services for patient treatment and care.
Didactic, small group discussion, seminar and laboratory instruction provide information
and psychomotor experiences that enable students to acquire and demonstrate
competence in the clinical setting.
Program Domains/Program Competencies
Professionalism and Ethics (PD) 1. Professional Behavior (PC)
Professional behavior encompasses many components including a team
approach, positive verbal and nonverbal communication, interpersonal skills, and
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attention to feedback, protocol adherence, thorough and complete
documentation and time management. The dental assisting graduate must be
able to practice using a team concept in a professional manner.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
a. Accurate, consistent and complete documentation when serving in
professional roles (111, 110, 121, 120, 227, 228, SADAA)
b. Communicate effectively using verbal, nonverbal written and electronic
communication skills (110, 111, 112, 113, 211, 121,115, 227, 120, 228).
2. Ethical Behavior (PC)
The dental assisting graduate must be able to discern and manage the ethical
issues faced in dental assisting practice and dental treatment.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
a. Integrate the “ADAA Code of Ethics” in all professional endeavors and adhere
to local, state and federal laws, recommendations and regulations for dental
assisting actions and service (110, 115, 120, 113, 211, 121, 228, SADAA);
b. Serve all clients without discrimination, appreciating the diversity of the
population (110, 111, 113, 115, 211, 227, 120, 121);
c. Apply principles of risk management to manage professional risks and
prevent liability (110, 111, 113, 115, 121, 120, 227, 228);
d. Evaluate the safety and efficacy of oral health products, dental materials,
interventions and treatment in a scientific and professional manner (110, 112,
211, 227, 120, 122, SADAA).
Dental Assisting Clinical Practice Standards (PD) The dental assisting graduate is a licensed health professional who provides supportive
services under the direction and supervision of a licensed dentist as well as provides
treatment services to patients as allowable by state regulations. The clinical standards
of dental assisting practice apply principles from the biomedical, clinical and
psychosocial sciences to diverse populations.
3. Assessment (PC)
The dental assisting graduate must be able to systematically assist with and/or
actively complete the collection, assessment and recording of data on the
general, oral and psycho-social health status of clients using methods consistent
with medico-legal ethical principles.
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The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
a. Assist with and/or obtain, review, update, interpret and identify the need for
assessment (diagnostic) data prior to or during dental treatment under the
direction of the dentist (110, 111, 211, 121, 227, 120, 122);
b. Recognize predisposing and etiological risk factors that require preparation
and/or intervention to prevent and control disease (111,112, 122, 227, 120,
122);
c. Identify clients at risk for a medical emergency and take appropriate
precautions to minimize those risks (111, 115, 121, 227, and 120).
4. Supportive and Clinical Practice Procedures (PC)
The dental assisting graduate must be able to provide supportive functions under
the direction of the dentist before, during and after treatment of the client as well
as perform a variety of direct treatment procedures allowable by state
regulations. These functions include educational, preventive and therapeutic
services designed to assist the dentist and/or participate in completing treatment
procedures to achieve the goals of the treatment plan and establish optimal oral
health for the client.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
a. Educate clients to prevent and control risk factors that contribute to caries and
other oral diseases/conditions and to maintain restorations and function. (111,
211, 121, 227, 120, 122, SADAA);
b. Utilize accepted infection control procedures (110, 111, 113, 211, 121, 227,
120, 122, SADAA);
c. Obtain radiographs of diagnostic quality (111, 121, 120);
d. Prepare and assist with or complete pain and anxiety control strategies
before, during, and after treatment through use of accepted pharmacological
and behavioral techniques (110, 111, 121, 227, 120)
e. Apply current and effective concepts of chairside assisting practices including
ergonomics, four- handed instrument transfer, operatory maintenance,
isolation and evacuation procedures, manipulation of materials/supplies and
patient management. (110, 211, 227, 120, 228, SADAA);
f. Prepare and provide pre- and post-treatment education and instructions (110,
211, 227, 120, 122, SADAA);
g. Provide supportive dental treatment services that can be legally performed by
a licensed dental assistant in the state of New York (110, 111, 211, 121, 227,
120, SADAA)
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h. Perform laboratory procedures under the direction of the dentist and manage
communication and scheduling of laboratory cases. (110, 211, 227, 120);
i. Participate during the management of medical emergencies in the client care
environment (111, 211, 121, 227, 120);
j. Participate in a variety of office management responsibilities including
maintaining scheduling and client flow, process treatment transactions, and
maintain HIPAA and confidentiality requirements (115, 120, 228, SADAA).
5. Evaluation and Maintenance (PC)
The dental assisting graduate must be able to evaluate the effectiveness of
implemented educational, preventive and therapeutic services and modify as
needed.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
a. Determine the client’s satisfaction with the oral health care received (110,
227, 120, 122).
Health Promotion and Community Involvement (PD) Trends toward consumerism, self-care, disease prevention, health promotion, and
health lifestyles means that clients, wherever they might be, want and need information
on oral health and disease. Teaching and health promotion strategies are involved in
the full range of dental assisting actions directed toward helping diverse populations
achieve oral wellness.
6. Education and Communication (MC)
The dental assisting graduate must be able to promote the values of oral and
general health to the public and organizations outside the profession.
The graduate must be able to: (SC)
a. Identify factors that can be used to motivate the client for health promotion,
disease prevention and/or health maintenance (113, 211, 227, 120, and 122);
b. Educate other individuals and/or organizations about access and delivery of
services in the provision of oral health care (113, 211, 227, 120, 122,
SADAA);
c. Present educational information to diverse client populations in a variety of
settings using appropriate teaching strategies (113, 211, 227, 120, and 122).
7. Community Involvement (PC)
The dental assisting graduate must be able to collaborate with other dental
professionals and/or initiate and assume responsibility for health promotion and
disease prevention activities for diverse populations in a variety of settings.
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The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
a. Participate in the assessment of community oral health needs as well as the
planning, implementation, and evaluation of community oral health education
programs and services in a variety of settings (122, 120, SADAA)
Professional Commitment and Advancement (PD) For professional advancement and lifelong learning, the dental assisting must be able to
derive the relevance from rapidly changing information. Knowledge of the scientific
method ensures that actions taken by the dental assistant are based on scientific
evidence, not merely on ritual, tradition, intuition or personal preference.
8. Professional Commitment (PC)
The dental assisting graduate must be concerned with improving the knowledge,
skills and values of the profession.
a. Advance the values of the profession through leadership, service activities
and affiliations with professional and public organizations (110, 120, SADAA);
b. Assume the roles of the professional dental assistant (clinician, educator,
researcher, change agent, consumer advocate, administrator) as defined by
the ADAA (110, 111, 113, 211, 115, 121, 227, 122, 120, 228, SADAA).
9. Professional Advancement (PC)
The dental assisting graduate must pursue new knowledge on a continual basis
due to the changing health care environment.
The graduate must be able to: (PSC)
a. Assume responsibility for professional growth through lifelong learning (110,
111, 112, 113, 211, 121, 227, 120, SADAA);
b. Utilize scientific literature in order to make evidence-based decisions that
advance the profession of dental assisting (110, 111, 112, 113, 211, 121,
227, 122, 120, SADAA).
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Program Domains Curriculum Map To assure the incorporation of emerging information and achievement of appropriate
sequencing and the attainment of student competence, the program has developed an
evaluation mechanism that relates program domains, competencies and foundational
knowledge to all dental studies courses. The following table lists the major domains and
the related courses.
Dental Assisting Program Domains Curriculum Map
Fall Semester I. Professionalism and Ethics
DAS 110: Preclinical Dental Assisting
DEN 111: Radiology I
DEN 113: Barrier Precautions and Infection Control Measures
DEN 211: Dental Materials
SADAA: Student American Dental Assisting Association
II. Dental Assisting Clinical Practice Standards
DAS 110: Preclinical Dental Assisting
DEN 111: Radiology I
DEN 112: Oral Anatomy and Physiology I
DEN 113: Barrier Precautions and Infection Control Measures
DEN 211: Dental Materials
SADAA: Student American Dental Assisting Association
III. Health Promotion and Community Involvement
DAS 110: Preclinical Dental Assisting
DEN 113: Barrier Precautions and Infection Control Measures
DEN 211: Dental Materials
SADAA: Student American Dental Assisting Association
IV. Professional Commitment and Advancement
DAS 110: Preclinical Dental Assisting
DEN 111: Radiology I
DEN 112: Oral Anatomy and Physiology I
DEN 113: Barrier Precautions and Infection Control Measures
DEN 211: Dental Materials
SADAA: Student American Dental Assisting Association
Spring Semester I. Professionalism and Ethics
DAS 115: Orientation to Clinical Dental Assisting Practice
DAS 120: Basic Clinical Dental Assisting Practice
DEN 121: Radiology II
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DAS 122: Advanced Biomedical Sciences for Dental Assisting Practice
DAS 227: Dental Specialties Procedures
DEN 228: Dental Office Management
SADAA: Student American Dental Assisting Association
II. Dental Assisting Clinical Practice Standards
DAS 115: Orientation to Clinical Dental Assisting Practice
DAS 120: Basic Clinical Dental Assisting Practice
DEN 121: Radiology II
DAS 122: Advanced Biomedical Sciences for Dental Assisting Practice
DAS 227: Dental Specialties Procedures
DEN 228: Dental Office Management
SADAA: Student American Dental Assisting Association
III. Health Promotion and Community Involvement
DAS 120: Basic Clinical Dental Assisting Practice
DAS 122: Advanced Biomedical Sciences for Dental Assisting Practice
DAS 227: Dental Specialties Procedures
SADAA: Student American Dental Assisting Association
IV. Professional Commitment and Advancement
DAS 115: Orientation to Clinical Dental Assisting Practice
DAS 120: Basic Clinical Dental Assisting Practice
DEN 121: Radiology II
DAS 122: Advanced Biomedical Sciences for Dental Assisting Practice
DAS 227: Dental Specialties Procedures
DEN 228: Dental Office Management
SADAA: Student American Dental Assisting Association
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Clinic, Conference and Lab Breakdown
First Semester
Course LE CO/LE LAB CLINIC CO/CLIN Credit
DEN 111 Dental Radiography I 1 2 2
DEN 112 Oral Anatomy & Physiology I 2 1 2
DEN 113 Barrier Precautions & Infection Control
1 1
DEN 211 Dental Materials 1 2 2
DAS 110 Preclinical Dental Assisting 2 4 4
BIO 133 The Human Machine 3 3
ENG 101 English Composition 3 3
Total Hours 22 17
Second Semester
Course LE CO/LE LAB CLINIC CO/CLIN Credit
DAS 115 Orientation to DA Clinical Practice
1 1
DEN 121 Dental Radiography II 1 2 2
DAS 122 Advanced Biomedical Sciences for Dental Assisting Practice
2 2
DAS 227 Dental Specialties 1 2 2
DEN 228 Dental Office Management 1 1
DAS 120 Clinical Dental Assisting Practice 22.5 1 4
SPC 144 Communications and Crisis or SPC 141
3 3
Total Hours 34 15
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Cost Estimates* Dental Assisting Program
Fall and Spring Semesters, 2020-2021
FIRST YEAR
Tuition - New York State Residents Non-Residents
4,380.00 8,760.00
Lab & Clinic Fees (All Courses) ~280.00
Other Fixed Fees: Student Association Enrollment Fee Health Fee Accident Insurance Parking Fee **CPR Course Technology Fee
249.50 16.00 20.00
8.00 150.00 ~65.00
12 or more cr. 550.00
Books ~600.00
Clinical Supplies Kit (protective eyewear, PPE) ~230.00
Uniforms: (Shoes, Pants) 150.00
Health Insurance (Fall/Spring) (unless waiver submitted by August 13th)
Fall only $907.00 Spring only $1081.00
Summer $331.00
Licensure Fees: **NY Combination Certification Exam License Registration Passport pictures for registration Registration for DANB Review Website
450.00 103.00 25.00
~20.00
Research Presentation Project Off Campus Parking Fees
~25.00 ~80.00
Student Membership in the ADAA (mandatory): ~35.00
***CPR Course must be completed prior to attending clinical rotations in the Spring
semester. (Fall semester)
** Taking individual parts of the Exam separately will cost more
* Fees are subject to change.
* Note: Monroe Community College may find it necessary to make
changes in tuition and fees and reserves the right to do so.
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Certified Dental Assistant License Requirements
General Requirements To become a New York State licensed "certified dental assistant" you must:
be at least 17 years of age
meet education requirements
meet examination requirements
You must file an application for licensure and other forms indicated. Submit all forms,
along with the appropriate fee, to the Office of the Professions at the address on each
form. It is your responsibility to follow up with anyone you have send us materials.
The specific requirements for licensure are contained in Title 8, Article 133, Section
6608 of the New York’s Education Law and Part 61 of the Commissioner’s Regulations.
You should also read the general licensing information applicable for all professions.
Fees The fee for licensure as a New York State licensed "certified dental assistant" is $103;
the fee for a limited permit for certified dental assisting is $40.
Fees are subject to change. The fee due is the one in law when your application is
received (unless fees are increased retroactively). We will bill you for the difference if
fees have been increased.
Do not send cash.
Make your check or money order payable to the New York State Education
Department. Your cancelled check is your receipt.
Mail the application and fee to:
NYS Education Department
Office of the Professions
PO Box 22063
Albany, New York 12201
Please Note: Payment submitted from outside the United States should be made by
check or draft on a United States bank and in United States currency; payments
submitted in any other form will not be accepted and will be returned. Your canceled
check is your receipt.
Partial Refunds Individuals who withdraw their licensure application may be entitled to a partial refund.
For the procedure to withdraw your application, contact the Certified Dental
Assisting Unit at [email protected] or by calling (518) 474-3817 ext. 270
or by fax at (518) 402-5354.
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The State Education Department is not responsible for any fees paid to an
outside testing agency.
If you withdraw your application, obtain a refund, and then decide to seek New York
State licensure at a later date, you will be considered a new applicant and be required
to pay the licensure and registrations fees, and meet the licensure requirements in
place at the time of reapplication.
Education Requirements To meet the education requirements for licensure as a "certified dental assistant," you
must have:
Earned a high school diploma or G.E.D. (You may be required to provide
verification of your high school diploma or G.E.D., see the instructions for
completing the Certification of Professional Education (Form 2) for more
information).
Completed a licensure-qualifying program in dental assisting or an equivalent
program as determined by the State Education Department. A list of New York
State registered, licensure-qualifying dental assisting programs is available
through the Education Department’s Inventory of Registered Programs.
To be considered "equivalent," your educational program must culminate in a degree or
credential from an institution acceptable to the State Education Department. It must
include courses as specified below.
You must complete either A or B below:
A. A one-year program consisting of 24 semester hours or the equivalent including:
1. The biomedical sciences content area:
body structure and function,
basic concepts of microbiology pertaining to infection control,
basic nutrition; and
2. the professional dental assisting content area:
dental materials and instruments,
dental radiography techniques and safety,
basic dental and oral anatomy,
introductory content in oral histology, embryology, pathology, and
therapeutics,
legal and ethical aspects (dental record keeping, terminology, charting, and
patient confidentiality); and
3. the clinical content area:
chair-side dental assisting and appropriate laboratory procedures,
o placing and removing temporary restorations;
o placing, condensing, and carving amalgam restorations; and
o placing, condensing, and finishing non-metallic restorations.
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patient education and preventive dentistry,
dental radiographic procedures,
infection control,
assisting in management of dental and medical emergencies; and
4. course work in oral and written communications and basic behavioral concepts;
and
5. at least 200 hours of clinical experience.
OR
B. An alternate course of study in dental assisting acceptable to the New York State
Education Department including:
1. the biomedical sciences content area, the professional dental assisting content
area, and the clinical content area; and
2. at least 1,000 hours of relevant work experience under a licensed dentist's direct
personal supervision.
Note: In addition to meeting these education requirements, you must satisfy the
examination requirements outlined in the next section.
Examination Requirements Passing scores on appropriate examinations administered by the Dental Assisting
National Board (DANB), Inc. are required for licensure in New York. There are two
pathways to qualify to take the required DANB examinations. See details below to
determine which examination section(s) you must complete.
Pathway I Applicants who meet DANB's eligibility requirements
If you meet DANB's eligibility requirements, you must take and pass the current DANB
CDA examination consisting of the following three components: Radiation Health and
Safety (RHS), Infection Control (ICE), and General Chairside (GC).
If you have passed all three components of DANB's CDA examination after June
1, 1993, you have met New York State's examination requirement.
If you have passed DANB's CDA examination between June 1, 1985 and June 1,
1993, you must take and pass the Infection Control (ICE) component of the
current DANB examination.
If you have passed DANB's CDA examination prior to June 1, 1985, you must
take and pass the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) and Infection Control (ICE)
components of the current DANB examination.
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Pathway II Applicants who do not meet DANB's eligibility requirements: If you graduated from a
New York State registered licensure-qualifying dental assisting program, or the
equivalent, but do not meet DANB's eligibility requirements, you must take and pass
New York's three-part certified dental assisting examination (administered by DANB),
which consists of DANB's Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) and Infection Control
(ICE) components and the New York Professional Dental Assisting component.
Note: Even if you fulfill the examination requirement, you will not be licensed until the
Department approves your education. Both the education and examination
requirements must be fulfilled.
Reasonable Testing Accommodations General information about reasonable testing accommodations and details on what to
provide is available on the DANB Web site at www.danb.org/
Limited Permits A limited permit in certified dental assisting allows an individual who has completed a
dental assisting program or an alternative course of study in dental assisting acceptable
to the New York State Education Department to practice certified dental assisting only
under the direct personal supervision of a New York State licensed dentist.
You may apply for a limited permit (Form 5) and the limited permit fee of $40 at the
same time or any time after you submit your application for licensure (Form 1), initial
licensure fee of $103, and evidence of satisfactory education (Form 2). The limited
permit cannot be issued until the Department has approved your education. If you did
not complete a program registered by New York State as licensure-qualifying, consider
waiting to apply for a limited permit until the Bureau of Comparative Education has
approved your education.
The limited permit is valid for a period of one year and may be renewed once, at the
discretion of the Department, for one additional year. If your employer or supervising
dentist changes during the one-year period, you must reapply for a new limited permit
by submitting a new Form 5. No additional fee is required. If you want to renew your
limited permit for a second year, you must submit a new Form 5 with the $40 limited
permit fee.
Direct personal supervision means supervision by a licensed dentist of dental
procedures based on instructions given by a licensed dentist in the course of a
procedure who remains in the dental office where the supportive services are being
performed, personally diagnoses the condition to be treated, personally
authorizes the procedures, and before dismissal of the patient,
evaluates the services performed by the limited permittee.
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Licensure and Registration Once received, your application and all required supporting material will be reviewed. If
you meet all the licensure requirements, we will issue you a license number. You will be
entitled to practice in New York State as of the effective date of licensure. Written
confirmation of licensure - your license parchment and registration certificate - is mailed
within two working days following the licensure date.
Before you receive written confirmation of your licensure, you may find out if your
license has been issued (including your license number and effective date of licensure)
by checking your name on our online license verification service.
To practice in New York under the authority of your license, you must reregister every
three years (two years for medicine). You are automatically registered for your first
registration period when your license is issued. Thereafter, we will send renewal
information to the name and address we have on file for you (see Address or Name
Changes, below) at least four months before your registration expires.
Dental Assisting National Board – DANB
CERTIFICATION Successful completion of the one-year certificate dental assisting program permits
eligibility to take the national certification exam administered by the Dental Assisting
National Board (DANB). This exam is taken via computer at a site designated by DANB.
Students will be given an application form during the Spring semester and each student
is responsible for completing the application accurately and sending it in along with the
testing fee and CPR verification. The student will be given a proof of graduation once all
grades have been determined as passing. This letter must be submitted with the
application for the DANB exam.
Upon successfully passing the exams, the graduate will be eligible for licensure.
* A current verification of CPR certification may be necessary to take the CDA exam.
Students should be sure their CPR skills will be current at the time the exam is to be
taken. This requirement is explained in the DANB application form as follows:
“Health Care Provider Level Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.”
Provide a photocopy of a Health Care Provider Level CPR card as proscribed by
the American Heart Association of the American Red Cross. The date on the
card must confirm that the Health Care Provider Level CPR certification was
earned within two years of the examination date for which the candidate is
applying. DANB will only accept Health Care Provider Level CPR certification.
Acceptable CPR certification also includes the wording: CPR for the Health Care
Professional.
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DANB accepts the listed CPR certifications that are also required by MCC. The
American Heart Association’s Pediatric Basic Life Support course and Medic First Aid’s
CPR inclusive course do NOT meet requirements, unless they include CPR courses.
For additional acceptable CPR courses (for DANB) check the website at:
www.danb.org.
* Confirm with DANB if CPR certification is necessary for the exam to be taken.
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Professional Organizations
DENTAL ASSISTING Professional organizations play an important part in promoting the profession and
keeping dental assistants informed and educated. It is valuable for dental assistants to
join together within their professional organizations to strengthen the profession and to
promote collegiality and support within the professional group.
Students enrolled in a dental assisting program are required to join the American Dental
Assistants Association (ADAA) as a student member. The fee for students is
significantly less than the regular membership fee so this is a valuable benefit for MCC
students. Student ADAA members will receive all the benefits of full membership and
will receive the Journal of American Dental Assistants Association called, The Dental
Assistant. This journal contains articles of interest to dental assistants and may be
helpful when completing course assignments. Students will also receive a student
ADAA newsletter.
As a student member in the ADAA, a participant is also a member of the component
organizations:
New York Dental Assistants Association (NYDAA) (State)
Rochester Dental Assistants Society (RDAS) (Local)
Student members are welcome at any of these meetings.
Information about and an application for student membership in the ADAA will be given
to students during the Fall semester with applications being submitted in January.
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Dental Assisting Scholarships The following scholarships are available to Dental Assisting students. There may be
additional scholarships that become available during the academic year. Check with the
Financial Aid Office.
To read the guideline for application and to download forms visit the website for the
American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA) at www.dentalassistant.org).
ADAA/Hu-Friedy Merit Scholar Award To honor those dental assisting students who exhibit proficiency in four-handed
dentistry and exemplify the critical contribution an educated dental assistant makes to
the success of clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and improved office efficiency.
One full year paid ADAA membership
March 15th of each year
Must be a student member of ADAA
Be currently enrolled in a dental assisting program
Faculty will select one student from all the applications and submit to the ADAA
(Faculty nomination)
ADAF Allied Dental Student Scholarship The ADAF annually awards up to 30 scholarships valued at $1,000 each through its
Allied Dental Student Scholarship Program, including 10 to dental assisting students.
The ADAF will select recipients of the Young Dental Hygiene Scholarships from among
the pool of dental hygiene scholarship applicants, using existing program criteria with
particular emphasis on the outreach activities, volunteerism and leadership qualities
exhibited by scholarship applicants. Application deadline is March 15.
For more information, visit ADAFoundation.org.
Juliette A. Southard/Oral-B Scholarship Program (ADAA)
Students enrolled in a dental assisting program.
Must be a student member of ADAA to apply
Apply electronically by March 15 – awarded May 31
Candidates will be considered on the basis of academic achievement, ability and
interest in the career of dental assisting.
All electronically submitted documentation must be typed. All supporting
documentation must be sent electronically via email. Handwritten applications will
not be accepted. Submit packet to: [email protected]
Contact the ADAA at (877) 874-3785
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Awards Awards are given at the end of the year at the Dental Studies Pinning Ceremony in the
following categories: Clinical Excellence, Academic Excellence, Various aspects of
patient care and Professional Association Awards
