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Department of Dental HygieneStudent Handbook
2015-2016
Minnesota State University, Mankato
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Dental Hygiene Student Handbook2015 - 2016
Table of Contents
Student Welcome Welcome from Department Chair…………………………………….……………….. 4 Directory…………………………………………………………………….…………. 5Philosophy and Mission Code of Ethics………………………………………………………………………….. 8 Dental Clinic Philosophy………………………………………………………….…… 14 MSU Mission Statement and Goals……………………………………………………. 15 CAHN Vision Statement……………………………………………………………….. 16 Department Goals…………………………………………………………...…………. 16Curriculum Policies Competency Package………………………………………………………………….. 19 Undergraduate Bulletin/Curriculum…………………………………………………... 21 Sequence of Dental Hygiene Curriculum……………………...……………………… 22 Dental Hygiene Department Policies/ Disabilities…………………………………….. 22 Off Campus Sites/Externships……………………………...…………………………. 23 Posting of Grades……………………………………………………………………… 24 Policy for Examination by Credit……………………………….……..……………… 25Student Policies/Information Class Offices………………………………………………………………………….. 27 Complaint Policy (ADA)……………………………………………………………… 27 Tuition and Dental Hygiene Expenses….……………………………...……………… 28 Dental Hygiene Expenses/Professional Liability Insurance………….……………… 28 Responsibility for Injury/Illness and Return to Work Policy………………………..... 28 Smoking Policy…………………………………………………………………...…… 28 Cell Phone Policy……………………………………………………………………… 29 Graduation Ceremony…………………………………………………………………. 29 Lockers……………………………………………………………………………….... 29 CPR………………………….………………………………………………….…...… 29 Mentor Program……………………………………………………………………….. 29 Pinning/Graduation Ceremony…………………………………………………...……. 30 ADHA – Student Membership…………………….……………..…………………… 30 Scholarship Opportunities……………………………………..……………………… 30 Star of the North Meeting/State Dental Convention…………..……………………… 31Guidelines for Continuation in the Program Academic Standards/Dismissal from Program…….………………..………………… 33 Mid Term Written Notice………………………………………………...…………… 34 Departmental Academic Appeal………………………………………………………. Petition for Re Admission …………………………………………………………….. Grade Appeal Process Form…………………………………………………………... Academic Honesty…………………………………………………………………….
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Qualifications for Graduation…………………………………………………………. 38 University Code of Student Conduct………………………………………………….. Clinical Policies for Professional Attributes and Judgment…………………………… Process Related to Violation of Professional Standards……………………………….
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Minnesota State University Alcohol and Controlled Substance Policy……………….. 41 Department of Dental Hygiene Policy on Student Substance Abuse…………………. 41CRDTS Exam Protocol Locating a Patient……………………………………………………………………… 44 Patient Charts………………………………………………………………………….. 44 Clinic Fees…………………………………………………………………………….. Licensure Fees………………………………………………………………………….
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WELCOME STUDENTS!
Dear Dental Hygiene Student:
Congratulations on being accepted into the Dental Hygiene Program! You have worked hard to achieve your goal of being accepted into the program and you will need to continue to work hard during the next two years as you work toward the attainment of your ultimate goal of becoming a dental hygienist.
This student handbook was designed to:
1. Assist you in understanding the policies and philosophy of the Dental Hygiene Program.
1. Enhance your probability for success in completing the program and becoming a licensed dental hygienist.
2. Outline program expectations of you while working as a team with other students and the faculty.
Please read the following material carefully and ask questions when clarification is needed. Your signature at the end of the document will signify your understanding and acceptance of these policies and guidelines.
Respectfully,
Lisa Fleck, RDH, MSAssistant ProfessorDental Hygiene Department Chair
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Minnesota State University, MankatoCollege of Allied Health and Nursing
Department of Dental Hygiene3 Morris Hall
Mankato, MN 56001 507-389-1313 Main Line
507-389-2147 Dental Clinic 507-389-5850 Fax
Email: [email protected] Dept. Web site: http://ahn.mnsu.edu/dental
Dean of Allied Health and Nursing:Dr. Kristine Retherford ….………………………………..…[email protected]
MF 124 389-6315Department Chair, Dental Hygiene:Lisa Fleck RDH, MS …...………….…………………………………[email protected] Professor MH 222L 389-1016
Dental Hygiene Full Time Faculty:Brigette Cooper, RDH, MS………………………………….……[email protected] Professor AH 224D 389-1313
Julie Dittrich, RDH, MS……………………………………………[email protected] Professor HN 168 389-1041
Dr. Lynnette Engeswick, RDH, PhD .………………….……[email protected] MH 230 389-1313
Trisha Krenik-Matejcek, RDH, MS....……………………[email protected] Professor MH 222E 389-1313
Dr. Angela Monson, RDH, PhD……………….…………..….…[email protected] MH 228 389-1313
Terri Brown, RDH, MS………………………….…..…………………[email protected] MH 222L 389-1313
Administrative Assistant:Laura Jackson………………..…………………….………...……[email protected]
MH 3 389-1313
Clinic Office Administrator:Janet Tollefson………………………………………………………[email protected]
MH3 389-2147
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Adjunct Dental Hygienists:Pam Briese, RDH, BS Mary Roy, RDH, MSLisa Ohme, RDH Nickie Turek, RDH, BSKarie Seifert, RDH, BS Ranita Bang, RDH, BS
Adjunct Dentists:Mark Boone, DDS Garrett Starr, DDSJames Kalina, DDS Bryan Johnson, DDS
Externship Faculty:Open Door Karie Seifert, RDH, BS, Heather Williams, RDH, BSWaseca Federal Prison Sam Petrie, DDS
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PHILOSOPHY AND MISSION
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Code of Ethics for Dental Hygienists1. PreambleAs dental hygienists, we are a community of professionals devoted to the prevention of disease and the promotion and improvement of the public’s health. We are preventive oral health professionals who provide educational, clinical, and therapeutic services to the public. We strive to live meaningful, productive, satisfying lives that simultaneously serve us, our profession, our society, and the world. Our actions, behaviors, and attitudes are consistent with our commitment to public service. We endorse and incorporate the Code into our daily lives.
2. PurposeThe purpose of a professional code of ethics is to achieve high levels of ethical consciousness, decision making, and practice by the members of the profession. Specific objectives of the Dental Hygiene Code of Ethics are
to increase our professional and ethical consciousness and sense of ethical responsibility.
to lead us to recognize ethical issues and choices and to guide us in making more informed ethical decisions.
to establish a standard for professional judgment and conduct. to provide a statement of the ethical behavior the public can expect from us.
The Dental Hygiene Code of Ethics is meant to influence us throughout our careers. It stimulates our continuing study of ethical issues and challenges us to explore our ethical responsibilities. The Code establishes concise standards of behavior to guide the public’s expectations of our profession and supports existing dental hygiene practice, laws, and regulations. By holding ourselves accountable to meeting the standards stated in the Code, we enhance the public’s trust on which our professional privilege and status are founded.
3. Key ConceptsOur beliefs, principles, values, and ethics are concepts reflected in the Code. They are the essential elements of our comprehensive and definitive code of ethics, and are interrelated and mutually dependent.
4. Basic BeliefsWe recognize the importance of the following beliefs that guide our practice and
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provide context for our ethics:
The services we provide contribute to the health and well being of society. Our education and licensure qualify us to serve the public by preventing and
treating oral disease and helping individuals achieve and maintain optimal health.
Individuals have intrinsic worth, are responsible for their own health, and are entitled to make choices regarding their health.
Dental hygiene care is an essential component of overall healthcare and we function interdependently with other healthcare providers.
All people should have access to healthcare, including oral healthcare. We are individually responsible for our actions and the quality of care we
provide.
5. Fundamental PrinciplesThese fundamental principles, universal concepts, and general laws of conduct provide the foundation for our ethics.
Universality The principle of universality assumes that, if one individual judges an action to be right or wrong in a given situation, other people considering the same action in the same situation would make the same judgment.
ComplementarityThe principle of complementarity assumes the existence of an obligation to justice and basic human rights. It requires us to act toward others in the same way they would act toward us if roles were reversed. In all relationships, it means considering the values and perspective of others before making decisions or taking actions affecting them.
EthicsEthics are the general standards of right and wrong that guide behavior within society. As generally accepted actions, they can be judged by determining the extent to which they promote good and minimize harm. Ethics compel us to engage in health promotion/disease prevention activities.
CommunityThis principle expresses our concern for the bond between individuals, the community, and society in general. It leads us to preserve natural resources and inspires us to show concern for the global environment.
ResponsibilityResponsibility is central to our ethics. We recognize that there are guidelines for making ethical choices and accept responsibility for knowing and applying them. We accept the consequences of our actions or the failure to act and are willing to make
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ethical choices and publicly affirm them.
6. Core ValuesWe acknowledge these values as general guides for our choices and actions.
Individual autonomy and respect for human beingsPeople have the right to be treated with respect. They have the right to informed consent prior to treatment, and they have the right to full disclosure of all relevant information so that they can make informed choices about their care.
ConfidentialityWe respect the confidentiality of client information and relationships as a demonstration of the value we place on individual autonomy. We acknowledge our obligation to justify any violation of a confidence.
Societal TrustWe value client trust and understand that public trust in our profession is based on our actions and behavior.
NonmaleficenceWe accept our fundamental obligation to provide services in a manner that protects all patients and minimizes harm to them and others involved in their treatment.
BeneficenceWe have a primary role in promoting the wellbeing of individuals and the public by engaging in health promotion/disease prevention activities.
Justice and FairnessWe value justice and support the fair and equitable distribution of healthcare resources. We believe all people should have access to high-quality, affordable oral healthcare.
VeracityWe accept our obligation to tell the truth and assume that others will do the same. We value self-knowledge and seek truth and honesty in all relationships.
7. Standards of Professional ResponsibilityWe are obligated to practice our profession in a manner that supports our purpose, beliefs, and values in accordance with the fundamental principles that support our ethics. We acknowledge the following responsibilities:
To Ourselves as Individuals…
Avoid self-deception, and continually strive for knowledge and personal growth. Establish and maintain a lifestyle that supports optimal health. Create a safe work environment.
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Assert our own interests in ways that are fair and equitable. Seek the advice and counsel of others when challenged with ethical dilemmas. Have realistic expectations of ourselves and recognize our limitations.
To Ourselves as Professionals…
Enhance professional competencies through continuous learning in order to practice according to high standards of care.
Support dental hygiene peer-review systems and quality-assurance measures. Develop collaborative professional relationships and exchange knowledge to
enhance our own life-long professional development.
To Family and Friends
Support the efforts of others to establish and maintain healthy lifestyles and respect the rights of friends and family.
To Patients…
Provide oral healthcare utilizing high levels of professional knowledge, judgment, and skill.
Maintain a work environment that minimizes the risk of harm. Serve all patients without discrimination and avoid action toward any individual
or group that may be interpreted as discriminatory. Hold professional patient relationships confidential. Communicate with patients in a respectful manner. Promote ethical behavior and high standards of care by all dental hygienists. Serve as an advocate for the welfare of patients. Provide patients with the information necessary to make informed decisions
about their oral health and encourage their full participation in treatment decisions and goals.
Refer patients to other healthcare providers when their needs are beyond our ability or scope of practice.
Educate patients about high-quality oral healthcare.
To Colleagues…
Conduct professional activities and programs, and develop relationships in ways that are honest, responsible, and appropriately open and candid.
Encourage a work environment that promotes individual professional growth and development.
Collaborate with others to create a work environment that minimizes risk to the personal health and safety of our colleagues.
Manage conflicts constructively. Support the efforts of other dental hygienists to communicate the dental hygiene
philosophy of preventive oral care.
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Inform other healthcare professionals about the relationship between general and oral health.
Promote human relationships that are mutually beneficial, including those with other healthcare professionals.
To Employees and Employers…
Conduct professional activities and programs, and develop relationships in ways that are honest, responsible, open, and candid.
Manage conflicts constructively. Support the right of our employees and employers to work in an environment
that promotes wellness. Respect the employment rights of our employers and employees.
To the Dental Hygiene Profession…
Participate in the development and advancement of our profession. Avoid conflicts of interest and declare them when they occur. Seek opportunities to increase public awareness and understanding of oral
health practices. Act in ways that bring credit to our profession while demonstrating appropriate
respect for colleagues in other professions. Contribute time, talent, and financial resources to support and promote our
profession. Promote a positive image for our profession. Promote a framework for professional education that develops dental hygiene
competencies to meet the oral and overall health needs of the public.
To the Community and Society…
Recognize and uphold the laws and regulations governing our profession. Document and report inappropriate, inadequate, or substandard care and/or
illegal activities by any healthcare provider, to the responsible authorities. Use peer review as a mechanism for identifying inappropriate, inadequate, or
substandard care and for modifying and improving the care provided by dental hygienists.
Comply with local, state, and federal statutes that promote public health and safety.
Develop support systems and quality-assurance programs in the workplace to assist dental hygienists in providing the appropriate standard of care.
Promote access to dental hygiene services for all, supporting justice and fairness in the distribution of healthcare resources.
Act consistently with the ethics of the global scientific community of which our profession is a part.
Create a healthful workplace ecosystem to support a healthy environment.
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Recognize and uphold our obligation to provide pro bono service.
To Scientific Investigation… We accept responsibility for conducting research according to the fundamental principles underlying our ethical beliefs in compliance with universal codes, governmental standards, and professional guidelines for the care and management of experimental subjects. We acknowledge our ethical obligations to the scientific community:
Conduct research that contributes knowledge that is valid and useful to our patients and society.
Use research methods that meet accepted scientific standards. Use research resources appropriately. Systematically review and justify research in progress to insure the most
favorable benefit-to-risk ratio to research subjects. Submit all proposals involving human subjects to an appropriate human subject
review committee. Secure appropriate institutional committee approval for the conduct of research
involving animals. Obtain informed consent from human subjects participating in research that is
based on specifications published in Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations Part 46.
Respect the confidentiality and privacy of data. Seek opportunities to advance dental hygiene knowledge through research by
providing financial, human, and technical resources whenever possible. Report research results in a timely manner. Report research findings completely and honestly, drawing only those
conclusions that are supported by the data presented. Report the names of investigators fairly and accurately. Interpret the research and the research of others accurately and objectively,
drawing conclusions that are supported by the data presented and seeking clarity when uncertain.
Critically evaluate research methods and results before applying new theory and technology in practice.
Be knowledgeable concerning currently accepted preventive and therapeutic methods, products, and technology and their application to our practice.
Approved and ratified by the 1995 American Dental Hygienist’ Association (ADHA) House of Delegates.
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Minnesota State University, Mankato Dental Clinic Philosophy
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Dental Clinic is dedicated to the patients it serves and to the students who learn by providing its services.
The PATIENTS - The students, instructors and staff strive to provide the best possible oral health care in a pleasant but professional atmosphere. The care is based on the individual needs of the patient. By emphasizing the patient’s needs and by maintaining high professional standards students will receive the best possible experience to prepare them for their chosen profession.
The STUDENTS - Students must strive toward the goal of true professionalism by ethical conduct, appearance and performance of duties. They will thereby earn the confidence and trust of their patients.
The FACULTY - The faculty are committed to helping all students achieve their goal of becoming effective dental hygienists prepared to function in all six roles, defined by the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA): clinician, educator, consumer advocate, researcher, change agent and manager/administrator. Students completing the dental hygiene program will be awarded a Bachelor of Science degree and be prepared to pass the national, regional and state board examinations required for licensure.
The DENTAL TEAM - The dental team composed of dental assisting students, dental hygiene students, registered dental hygienists, licensed dentists and clinic receptionists are committed to working towards a positive environment where ethical and professional treatment of their patients is the first priority. All members of the team will treat each other with respect.
Professional Student Behavior: Taking personal responsibility for his/her own actions relative to behaviors, which
facilitate, impede, or interfere with the achievement of learning objectives. Utilizing faculty as resource persons. Communicating with an appropriate faculty person when absence is necessary. Communicating with an appropriate faculty person when progress toward learning is
impaired. Taking personal responsibility for managing information about course requirements,
announcements and assignments. Completing all assignments on time and in a neat professional manner. Maintaining a positive attitude throughout the curriculum, focusing on learning rather
than grade achievement. Offering constructive criticism or alternatives to faculty or classmates when learning
activities are perceived as in need of change.
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Mission Statement Minnesota State University, Mankato
Minnesota State University, Mankato promotes learning through effective undergraduate and graduate teaching, scholarship, and research in service to the state, the region and the global community.
Statement of Goals
Environment. The University will foster an actively engaged and inclusive learning community based upon civility, trust, integrity, respect, and diversity in a safe, welcoming physical environment.
Learning. The University will prepare students for careers and for life-long learning by providing a clearly defined general education program and focused undergraduate pre-professional, professional, and liberal arts programs.
Graduate. The University will strengthen its role as a major provider of graduate education, offering intensive, scholarly graduate programs including collaborative efforts with other institutions and professionals, culminating in student expertise at professional levels.
Support. The University will enhance advising, support services, and learning experiences that aid students in identifying life goals, planning academic careers, and achieving timely graduation.
Services. The University will increase the quantity and quality of service to the state, region, and global community through collaborations, partnerships, and opportunities for cultural enrichment and continuous learning.
Professional Development.
The University will invest in the professional development of all members of the University Community and in the appropriate technologies necessary to achieve excellence in learning through teaching, research, and service.
Resources. The University, as a whole and in all of its parts, will establish priorities through planning and assessment processes that anticipate our needs and focus our efforts and resources in support of our mission and goals.
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College of Allied Health and Nursing Mission Statement
The College of Allied Health and Nursing (CAHN) is dedicated to promoting wellness and improving quality of life through education, scholarship and service to the state, region, and global community.
CAHN Vision Statement
The CAHN is recognized at the state, regional, and national level for excellence in providing innovative and flexible high quality educational programs/models responsive to student learning needs through service-education partnerships and distance technology that meets the extra ordinary challenges and opportunities in the allied health and nursing fields.
Dental Hygiene Vision Statement
The Department of Dental Hygiene strives to prepare leaders in oral healthcare education for the 21st century through Bachelor of Science education.
Dental Clinic Philosophy Statement
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Dental Hygiene Clinic is dedicated to the community and our students who actively learn by providing comprehensive dental hygiene services.
Dental Hygiene Program Goals 2015-2016
The Department of Dental Hygiene will support a learning community that assumes the existence of an obligation to justice and basic human rights. It requires us to act toward others in the same way they would act toward us if roles were reversed. In all relationships, it means considering the values and perspective of others before making decisions or taking actions affecting them.
The Department of Dental Hygiene will advance the art and science of dental hygiene by ensuring access to quality oral health care, increasing awareness of the cost-effective benefits of prevention, promoting the highest standards of dental hygiene education, licensure, practice and research and representing and promoting the interests of dental hygienists.
The Department of Dental Hygiene will enhance professional competencies through continuous learning in order to practice according to high standards of care while developing collaborative professional relationships with other institutions of dental hygiene and exchange knowledge to enhance life-long professional development.
The Department of Dental Hygiene will support dental hygiene students in pre career, major and post graduate advising, scholarship and advance learning that prepares the student for successful
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completion of the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination as the minimum educational preparation necessary for dental hygiene licensure and practice.
The Department of Dental Hygiene will increase access to preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene care by maximizing the services that dental hygienists are educated to provide and expand dental hygiene practice settings while working the reduce disparities in access to oral health care services can be found today among various population groups according to socioeconomic levels, race and ethnicity, age and sex.
The Department of Dental Hygiene will enhance dental hygiene education for all dental hygienists to expand the scientific knowledge and practice modalities to develop the their knowledge and skills to meet the future oral health care needs of the public through the use of research and technology.
The Department of Dental Hygiene will support the competency based education as a minimum set of national standards as defined by the ADA Commission on Accreditation to promote and assure quality education and programming to protect and service the public.
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CURRICULUM POLICIES
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MSU Dental Hygiene Program Competencies
Competency 1 Content Knowledge. The curriculum for graduating DH must include:
General Education1.1 General education content includes:
a) Oral communicationsb) Written communications c) Psychologyd) Sociology
(STAN 2-9)
Biomedical Science1.2 Biomedical science content includes:
a) Anatomyb) Physiologyc) Chemistryd) Biochemistrye) Microbiologyf) Immunologyg) General pathology and /or pathophysiologyh) Nutritioni) Pharmacology
(STAN 2-10)
Dental Sciences1.3 Dental sciences content includes:
a) Tooth morphologyb) Head, neck and oral anatomyc) Oral embryology and histologyd) Oral pathologye) Radiographyf) Periodontologyg) Pain managementh) Dental materials
(STAN 2-11)
Dental Hygiene Science1.4 Dental hygiene science content includes:
a) oral health education and preventive counselingb) health promotionc) patient managementd) clinical dental hygienee) provision of services for, and management of, patients with special needs. (STAN 2-12)
Competency 2 Professionalism. The graduating DH are competent …
2.1 In advancing the values of the profession by affiliation with professional and public organizations. (MSUM mission)
2.2 In the application of self-assessment skills to prepare them for life-long learning. (STAN 2-24)
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2.3 In the evaluation of current scientific literature. (DH 2d) (STAN 2-25)
2.4 In interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with diverse population groups and other members of the health care team. (DH 1b) (STAN 2-19)
2.5 In completing an accurate recording of all documentation relevant to patient care. (DH 5f) (STAN 2-17)
2.6 In applying legal and regulatory concepts to the provision and/or support of oral health care services. (DH 5f) (STAN 2-23)
2.7 In problem solving strategies related to comprehensive patient care and management of patients. (DH 5f) (STAN 2-26)
2.8 In the application of the principles of ethical reasoning, ethical decision making and professional responsibility as they pertain to the academic environment, research, patient care and practice management. (DH 1b, DH 5e, DH5f) (STAN 2-22)
Competency 3 Patient Care. The graduating DH must be able to or are competent…
Assessment:3.1. In establishing a comprehensive collection of patient data to identify the physical and oral health status of the
patient. Analyzes assessment findings and uses critical thinking in order to address the patient’s dental hygiene treatment needs. (STAN 2-17)
Planning:3.2 In establishing a dental hygiene care plan that reflects the realistic goals and treatment strategies to
facilitate optimal oral health for the patient. (STAN 2-17)
Implementation3.3 In providing patient-centered treatment and evidence-based care in a manner minimizing risk and
optimizing oral health of the patient. (STAN 2-17)
3.4 In providing appropriate life support measures for medical emergencies that may be encountered in dental hygiene practice. (DH 5f) (STAN 2-21)
Evaluation
3.5 In measuring the extent of which goals identified in the dental hygiene care plan are achieved. (STAN 2-17)
Patients Populations3.6 In providing dental hygiene care for all types of classifications of periodontal disease including patients
who exhibit moderate to severe periodontal disease. (DH 1b, DH 5e, DH 5f) (STAN 2-18)
3.7 In providing dental hygiene care for the following populations:a. Child, b. Adolescent c. Adult d. Geriatric, e. Special needs (DH 5e, DH 5f) (STAN 2-16)
3.8 In assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating community based oral health programs and activities. (DH 1b, DH 5e, DH 5f) (STAN 2-20)
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Undergraduate Bulletin 2015-2016The dental hygiene curriculum is designed to provide opportunities for the student to develop a sound clinical and theoretical foundation for the practice of dental hygiene. The graduate is prepared to fulfill the dental hygiene roles as clinician, change agent, educator, researcher and consumer advocate as put forth by the American Dental Hygienists’ Association.
The program is accredited by the American Dental Association’s Commission on Dental Accreditation, and meets by the American Dental Association’s Commission on Dental Accreditation Standards for Dental Hygiene. A Bachelor of Science degree is earned upon completion of the program.
See the undergraduate bulletin on the MSU website for more DHYG course information. http://www.mnsu.edu/supersite/academics/bulletins/
POLICIES/INFORMATIONP/N Grading Policy. All courses required for Dental Hygiene must be taken for a letter grade and a letter grade of “C” or higher must be achieved. A grade of “D” or “F” in a Dental Hygiene course will result in academic suspension from the program. Completion of didactic course numbers DHYG 326 forward requires successful completion of previous Dental Hygiene courses obtaining a “C” or better in order to continue in the Dental Hygiene program. Students must achieve a “C” or higher in DHYG 219 and DHYG 225. A grade of “D” or “F” in either of these courses will result in academic suspension from the program and the student’s position in the fall class will go to another individual on the waiting list.
Costs. A student in the dental hygiene program should be prepared to spend about $375 each semester for books and supplies. An additional $2,700+ will be spent for instruments, gloves, etc. An additional $850.00 will be spent at the beginning of the program to purchase scrubs, lab coats and loupes. Approximately 50 percent is paid before beginning the program. Upon acceptance to the program a deposit of $500 is required. The remainder is due in July of the same year.
Vaccinations and Blood Tests: Dental hygienists are at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens (BBP). Accepted students will be required to be vaccinated against hepatitis B and will also be required to have their blood tested following any exposures to BBP through needle sticks, cuts, or splashes that occur at the Minnesota State Mankato Dental Clinic or any off-site clinical sites. The vaccination series costs approximately $150. You will also be required to receive an annual Monteux test. Both can be obtained at the student health services on campus. Vaccinations and blood tests are the financial responsibility of the students or may be submitted to their health insurances.
Medical Histories: Students’ medical histories will be reviewed by fellow students and faculty members prior to having dental hygiene procedures performed on them. Students needing premedication will not be used as patients for certain procedures.
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Dental Hygiene Sequence of Courses
DHYG 100 (1), DHYG 219 (2), DHYG 223 (3), DHYG 225 (3) are all pre-requisite courses.
Department Policies1. Students are expected to attend all lectures with the required materials.2. Classes will begin on time and students are expected to be on time and ready to begin.3. Students are expected to read the assigned readings listed on the instructional outline before
class.
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CourseNumberFirst Term:
Course Title Credit Hours
Clock Hours/WeekLec. Lab. Clinical
Faculty/Student Ratio
Lec. Lab. Clinic
Faculty Person
Responsible
DH 311DH 313DH 321DH 322DH 334DH 327
Preclinical OrientationClinical Skills Dev.Radiography IBiomaterials ISoftware ManagementPeriodontology I
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1:51:51:5
MatejcekMonsonFleckCooperMonsonFleck
Second Term:DH 326DH 328DH 329DH 331DH 427DH 332DH 420
Biomaterials IIRadiography Inter.Oral Embry. & PathClinical DH IPeriodontology IIClinical Seminar ILocal Anesthesia
223222114
11.53-22
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1:201:201:201:201:201:201:20
1:51:5
1:5
1:5
CooperFleckMatejcekBrownFleckCooperDittrich
Summer Session Term:DH 333 Clinical DH IS 2
2- - 30 hr
30 total
1:5 Cooper
Third Term:DH 421DH 422DH 425DH 426DH 428DH 438DH 435DH 424
Clinical DH IIClinical Seminar IICommunity Dent HlthDH Juris. and EthicsTechnology in DentistryAdv. Comm. Practice ICommunity PracticumN2O Sedation
3131112116
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1:5
BrownBrownMonsonEngeswickCooperEngeswickCooperEngeswick
Fourth Term:DH 431DH 432DH 437DH 439DH 440
Clinical DH IIIClinical Seminar IIIMed. Comp. PatientAdv. Comm. Practice IIRestorative Functions
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4. Exams are given as scheduled. Students unable to take the exam when scheduled must contact the instructor and refer to course syllabus for testing guidelines.
Academic DishonestyCheating is not tolerated at any time. If a student commits acts of plagiarism, cheating, or collusion on a quiz, exam, or assignment, all points associated with that quiz, exam, or assignment will be lost; 0 points. The student will be referred to Student Affairs for University sanctions. Here is the link for the university policy on academic honesty: https://www.mnsu.edu/policies/approved/academichonesty.pdf (7/13-9/19)
DisabilitiesEvery attempt will be made to accommodate qualified students with disabilities. If you are a student with a documented disability, please see the instructor as early in the semester as possible to discuss the necessary accommodation, and/or contact the Disability Services Office.
Office of Disability Services117 Armstrong Hall507-389-2825, (V)800-627-3529, (MRS/TTY)https://www.mnsu.edu/access/
The Office of Disability Services facilitates accommodations, for individuals with disabilities, which ensure equal access to programs, services and activities offered by Minnesota State University, Mankato. The office can assist with advocacy; alternative format of printed materials, alternative testing services, assistive technology, early registration, note taking, sign language interpreters, and text on tape. The office also acts as a resource and referral agent for community contacts and disability related information.
Emergency assistance is also available on a 24-hour basis through the Security Department. Grievances, questions or requests related to equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities should be presented to the American Disabilities Association coordinator, phone 507-389-2986, Voice/TTY.
Off Campus Sites Distance from campus
Harry Meyering Center 3 milesOpen Door Health Care Center 3 milesWaseca Federal Correctional Institution 35 milesSchool Screenings Variable miles
Through our externship programs, students have an opportunity to practice dental hygiene in a variety of community settings serving diverse populations. Transportation to and from the sites is the student’s responsibility. Carpooling is recommended to minimize costs. Generally two to four students are assigned to the site for each session. All sites have Dental Hygiene faculty supervision except for Harry Meyering Center and Federal Correction Institution. Harry
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Meyering Center will provide staff supervision at each location and the Waseca Federal Correctional Institution will provide a supervising, licensed staff dentist/medical officer.
*Externships are subject to change according to availability of patients.
Harry Meyering CenterHarry Meyering Center (HMC) was organized in 1973 by parents looking for alternative services for their adult children with disabilities. HMC consists of three programs offering differing levels of support and services for individuals serves. Intermediate Care Facility is a 24 hour supervised setting including nursing staff available 24 hours a day. Supportive Living Service supports persons who live in homes scattered throughout the community. Semi-Independent Living Service serves people who live in their own homes/apartments located thought the community. Staff assist persons to be successful within their home and community providing a wide variety of personal cares. Students will rotate each semester of their senior year as assigned in DHYG 425 Community Dental Health, DHYG 438 Advanced Community Practice I and DHYG 439 Advanced Community Practice II.
Open Door Health Care CenterSince 1995, senior students from the MSU Dental Hygiene Department provide oral health care to promote better oral care to underinsured and uninsured people in the region. The Open Door clinic is a prevention and wellness oriented health center designed to meet medical and dental health needs. Students provide preventive dental hygiene care and education to children. Students will rotate each semester of their senior year as assigned in DHYG 438 Advanced Community Practice I and DHYG 439 Advanced Community Practice II.
Waseca Correctional InstitutionSince 1999, senior students from the MSU Dental Hygiene Department have donated their time and expertise to promote better oral care to the residents of the correctional institution in Waseca. Students will rotate each semester of their senior year as assigned in DHYG 438 Advanced Community Practice I and DHYG 439 Advanced Community Practice II.A federal background check is required of all participating students and staff before prior to entrance into the facility.
School ScreeningsSince 2011, Open Door Health Care Center and MSU’s dental hygiene program have also partnered to deliver preventive dental care to school-aged children participating in an oral health outreach program that provides screenings, education, and oral health tools to students at local schools: District 77 Mankato, Loyola Catholic Schools Mankato, Nicollet Public School, and Lake Crystal Elementary Schools. Students will rotate each semester of their senior year as assigned in DHYG 425 Community Dental Health, DHYG 438 Advanced Community Practice I and DHYG 439 Advanced Community Practice II.
Posting of GradesStudents will have the opportunity to see their scores and review their quizzes and exams as directed by the instructor/professor. Final grades for most courses will be posted in D2L; clinic grades will be presented at final clinical evaluation.
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Policy for Registered Dental Assistants, foreign trained Dentists, and foreign trained Dental Therapist Enrolled in Dental Hygiene
1. A RDA may test out of the following courses: Biomaterials I and II (4), DHYG 321 Radiography I (3) and DHYG 328 Radiographic Interpretation (2), DHYG 219 Head and Neck Anatomy and Histology (2), DHYG 424 Nitrous Oxide Sedation (1), and DHYG 225 Oral Anatomy (2).
2. The RDA should meet with each individual course instructor prior to pre-registering to make necessary arrangements for testing or auditing. If any portions of the course have changed significantly due to changes in the legal duties of MN RDH’s or the ADA’s accreditation standards, additional lectures/requirements may need to be completed. In this case, the RDA would register for the appropriate number of credits using the 499 Individual Study code.
3. The RDA must achieve 80% on the final exam to test out of the course.4. The fee for examination for credit is $35/credit hour. The maximum number of Dental Hygiene credits allowed by examination is 13.
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STUDENT INFORMATION
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Class OfficesPresidentVice PresidentSecretary/TreasurerMinnesota Dental Hygienists’ Association (MnDHA) RepresentativeHistorian/Slide Show PresentationAdvisory Board Representatives- CAHN and DHPinning/Awards Co-chairs
Each year, the students select members to represent their class in various ways. The class president is responsible for organizing class meetings, fundraising events and
helping with Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association (SADHA) meetings, awards and the pinning ceremony. The class president also introduces the faculty and classmates at the pinning and graduation ceremonies.
The vice president assists the president with each of those roles.
The secretary/treasurer monitors the class’s checking account and helps organize fund raising events.
The Minnesota Dental Hygienists’ Association (MnDHA) representative attends the MnDHA House of Delegates Meeting held in the metro area during Fall semester.
The DHYG Advisory Board representative represents the class during Wednesday night meetings once per semester.
The CAHN Advisory Board member meets once a month at 7 am in MF 129 with the primary duty being to plan homecoming.
The pinning and award co-chairs help the faculty and class president organize this ceremony.
In general, three students are selected to take photographs during the junior and senior years. They design a slideshow/PowerPoint presentation with photos and memories for the awards ceremony.
Complaint PolicyAmerican Dental Association’s (ADA’s) Commission on Dental Accreditation:The Dental Hygiene Program is responsible for developing and implementing a procedure demonstrating that students are notified annually of the opportunity and the procedures to file complaints with the Commission. Additionally, the program must maintain a record of student complaints received since the Commission’s last comprehensive review of the program. Site visits are conducted every seven years. The last site visit at Minnesota State University, Mankato was conducted on April 14th - 15th, 2009. Students may write to the ADA’s Commission on Dental Accreditation at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678.
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Tuition: Undergraduate Tuition and Fees Per SemesterTuition details can be found on this link: http://www.mnsu.edu/campushub/payments/
Dental Hygiene ExpensesKits $3,100 (approximate)Loupes (optional) $900Uniforms $300 (approximate)
Additional Senior Year ExpensesNational Board Review (Optional) $300 (sites vary per year)National Board Exam $410 (taken at Pearson VUE)CRDTS Regional Exam $995 (plus patient’s expenses)CRDTS Site Rental $300-$500Application for MN licensure $120.50
Graduate ExpensesUniversity Graduation See Webpage for more informationLicensure Annual Renewal $129.80 (every two years)ADHA/MnDHA Membership (Optional) $250.00
Professional Liability InsuranceStudents are required to purchase liability/malpractice insurance through the MSU Safety Officer, and cost is attached to DHYG 313 and DHYG 421 registration fees. The student policy cost is $10 annually.
Policy on Responsibility for Injury or IllnessThe cost of care for injury or illness resulting from clinical experience is the responsibility of the individual students. This includes any testing necessary for significance exposure to blood borne diseases. The college and extramural clinical sites assume no responsibility for providing such services. It is recommended that each student carry a voluntary health insurance plan including medical-surgical coverage and hospital benefits. If this is not done, cost of service needed must be paid directly by the student.
Policy on Work Illnesses/Returning to WorkThe Department of Dental Hygiene has a policy outlining the reasonable/mandatory length of time a student, faculty or staff member will or may be excused from clinic and classes. See policy manual for details.
Policy on SmokingThe Surgeon General of the United States has issued a statement that smoking is injurious to one’s health. It has also been demonstrated that “second hand smoke” may be even more damaging. In addition, the odor of tobacco products emanating from the health care provider may result in a variety of adverse effects upon the patient. These effects may include an allergic reaction and/or refusal to accept care. It is for these reasons that the faculty has adopted the following smoking policy:
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If, in the judgment of the faculty, the odor of smoking impacts the clinical environment, the student will be asked to leave the clinical setting.
Policy on Cell Phone In all education settings in the Department of Dental Hygiene, cell phones must be on vibrate or turned off. No texting during class.
GraduationThe Department of Dental Hygiene participates in the College of Allied Health and Nursing pre-commencement gathering and ceremony at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Locker AssignmentsThere are separate female and male locker room facilities. Dental hygiene and assisting students will share the locker room.
Students will need to purchase a padlock with either a combination or key for their assigned locker. The locker will be used to store scrubs, lab coats, clinic shoes, books, backpacks, coats, and instruments/supplies. It is recommended that any jewelry removed for clinic/lab should be kept in a separate compartment locked in the locker.
An extra key or combination will be kept in the adjunct faculty office on the student’s permanent file card. No one except the student assigned to the locker may enter it. Maintenance may be called to cut off locks when necessary.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)All students must have current CPR training including rescue procedures for conscious and unconscious infants, children and adults. The department requires the students complete a two-year certification course in August prior to starting the program. The current cost is approximately $80.
The Board of Dentistry will only accept the American Heart AssociationHealthcare Provider or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer CPR courses for Professional Development and licensure requirements.This change was effective immediately beginning September 21, 2012. Any CPR course that is not the American Heart Association’s Healthcare Provider course or the American Red Cross’s Professional Rescuer course will not be accepted.
Mentor ProgramEach incoming dental hygiene student will be a “mentee” to a “mentor” from the senior dental hygiene class. The mentors give the first year students support, encouragement, and friendship during the first year of the dental hygiene program. The mentors present the dental hygiene pins to their mentees at the pinning ceremony in April. The mentees will also have the opportunity to purchase their mentors’ books.
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Awards/Graduation CeremonyA reception and award ceremony will be held the Friday night before graduation spring semester honoring senior students. This will be combined with a pinning ceremony for junior students who have successfully passed their first year of courses. Junior students will be awarded dental hygiene pins from their senior mentors in front of family and friends signifying this accomplishment. An optional tour of the Dental Clinic follows the ceremony.
Student Member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association Students will participate as a student member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA). Student members are provided with invaluable opportunities to preview their careers as dental hygienists. SADHA provides scholarships, leadership, networking, community service, employment assistance, and continuing education opportunities. Membership dues currently cost $65 and are included in the instruments/kit fees.
Scholarship OpportunitiesThe Dental Hygiene Department awarded scholarships for a combination of the following: academic achievement, professional commitment, and financial need.
Scholarship opportunities for dental hygiene students include: Alice K. Weed Endowment for Dental Hygiene Sigma Phi Alpha/Chi Chi Omicron Scholarships Nancy Thomas Scholarship Dr. Deborah O. Strand Dental Hygiene Endowment MSU Foundation Scholarship MDHA Student Awards Scholarship Immanuel St. Joseph's Auxiliary Scholarship
Complete criterion requirements and applications can be located on the Department of Dental Hygiene web page. http://ahn.mnsu.edu/dental/scholarships/Also check this link for scholarship details: http://www.mnsu.edu/campushub/scholarships/
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) Scholarship: ADHA Institute Scholarship ProgramThe primary focus of the program is to provide financial assistance to dental hygiene students and dental hygienists who can demonstrate a commitment to further the discipline of dental hygiene through academic achievement, professional excellence, and a desire to improve the public’s overall health.
The applications are available October 1 of each year; the deadline for Institute Scholarship applications is February 1. All students who meet the requirements listed under the eligibility section of the website are encouraged to apply. Award recipient’s selection is July 1.
Complete criterion requirements and applications can be located on the American Dental Hygienists’ Association web page. http://www.adha.org/ioh-scholarships-main
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Minnesota Dental Convention - Star of the North MeetingThe Minnesota Dental Association’s Star of the North Meeting is the premier dental meeting of the Upper Midwest. With 50 continuing education seminars and an exhibit floor featuring over 250 innovative companies, the Star of the North Meeting provides current clinical and practice management information to the dental community. Every spring, 9,000 dental professionals attend this event at the River Centre in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
As a dental hygiene student at Minnesota State University, Mankato, attendance is recommended at the Star of the North Meeting in the spring of both your junior and senior year. The registration, travel, lodging and meal expenses are the student’s responsibility.
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GUIDELINES FOR CONTINUATION IN
THE PROGRAM
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Academic Standards for Dental Hygiene Students
Cumulative GPA and Grades in Dental HygieneStudents enrolled in the Minnesota State University Department of Dental Hygiene must earn at least a 2.5 (C) in all required courses, general education classes, and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Dental Hygiene Dismissal Policy Students earning a grade of “D” or “F” in a required dental hygiene course(s):
First Semester:During first semester, failure of 1 to 2 DHYG courses will result in dismissal from the program.
Application to re-enter the program can be made the following year. No spot will be reserved the following year; student will compete with all other applicants.
Failure of 3 or more DHYG courses during first semester will result in dismissal from the program with NO possibility of re-entry into the program.
Subsequent Semesters:Failure of a DHYG didactic course in subsequent semesters will result in repeating the failed course the next time (next year) the course is offered.
Any student who has failed a DHYG course and re-entered the DHYG program will be on academic probation within the department for a one-year period. During DHYG probation the student will:
1) Maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA2) Meet monthly with academic advisor3) Submit a written study plan for success developed in conjunction with academic advisor and appropriate course faculty4) Obtain a C or better in all DH courses
Failure to complete terms of academic probation will result in dismissal from the DHYG program with no chance of re-entry.
Failure of a repeated DHYG course will result in dismissal from the program with no chance of re-entry.
Failure of 3 or more courses throughout the DHYG program will result in dismissal from the program with no chance of re-entry.
Failure of clinical courses DHYG 331, 333, 421 and 431 are as follows:
DHYG 331 taken spring semester junior year may be repeated spring of the next academic year. A student may continue with didactic coursework, but will not continue with the clinical series until DHYG 331 is successfully completed with a C or better.
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DHYG 333 taken first summer session may be repeated the first summer session of the next academic year. A student may continue with didactic coursework, but will not continue with the clinical series until DHYG 333 is successfully completed with a C or better.DHYG 421 taken fall semester senior year may be repeated the following spring semester or fall semester of the next academic year. A student may continue with didactic coursework, but will not continue with the clinical series until DHYG 421 is successfully completed with a C or better.DHYG 431 taken spring semester may be repeated fall semester or spring semester of the following academic year. A student may continue with didactic coursework, but will not continue with the clinical series until DHYG 431 is successfully completed with a C or better.
Failure of any of these clinical courses a second time will result in dismissal from the DH program with no chance of re-entry.
*Students must realize that failure of a didactic or clinical DHYG course will result in extending the time to complete the DHYG program by one to two additional semesters.
All students with a grade lower than a 75 percent at mid-semester will receive written notice. A sample letter follows:
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Midterm Memo
To: Dental Hygiene StudentFrom: Course Instructor/ProfessorDate: Month, Date, YearRe: Midterm Grade for DH Course Number and Name
The total points possible for the semester so far are ____. You currently have ____ points. That equals ___ % in the course. All Dental Hygiene courses require achievement of a letter grade of C or higher. A grade of D or F in a Dental Hygiene course will result in academic suspension from the program. If there is anything I can do to help you be more successful in this course or if you just need to talk about a plan, please let me know.
Sincerely,
Please sign all three copies of this memo. Return two copies to the course instructor by _________________________________________. One copy is for your own records.
Student Signature_____________________________ Date______________
Faculty Signature_____________________________ Date______________
Dept. Chair Signature _________________________ Date______________
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Departmental Academic Appeal
Grade Appeals PolicyStudents have the right to ask an instructor for an explanation of any grade received. Grade appeals are reviewed in instances where students perceive that a final grade is unfair, arbitrary, or capricious. Appeals must be filled within two weeks of university notification of a final grade. Students needing assistance at any step in appealing or filing a complaint may contact the Academic Affairs Coordinator of the Student Senate (280 Centennial Student Union; phone 389-2611). Note: Students are encouraged to talk to their instructors before beginning this process to attempt to resolve the matter informally.
Review ProcessThe University Policy for Grade Appeals is found at: http://www.mnsu.edu/policies/approved/gradeappeals.pdf (effective 6/12-9/18)
PETITION FOR RE-ADMISSION
Readmission to the dental hygiene program is not automatic. A student who has withdrawn, or been dropped from the dental hygiene program, may petition to the Chair of Dental Hygiene for readmission. Such petitions will be reviewed by the dental hygiene faculty.
Steps in the re-admission process are as follows:
1. Make an appointment to discuss the readmission with the Chair of Dental Hygiene2. Write a Petition for Readmission addressed to the Chair of Dental Hygiene.
The primary components most essential to include in the petitions are:
Written work reflecting thought and sincerity Insight into the reason for academic difficulty Comprehensive planning for academic success
In your plan include your goals, specific steps to reach each goal, obstacles to reaching your goals, and a plan for overcoming each obstacle. This petition should be typed with no spelling or grammatical errors.
3. Return the completed petition no later than two days prior to the team meeting at which you wish it to be considered. Committee meeting dates may be obtained from the Chair of Dental Hygiene.
4. The Committee’s decision regarding readmission will be sent to the student in writing.5. Students who are readmitted will be accommodated for needs associated with make-up
work. This accommodation may include extending time in the program when necessary to achieve program competencies.
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6. GRADE APPEAL PROCESS FORM
Student Name: _________________________________________________________
Department/Course Number: ____________________________Semester/year: __________
1. Have you discussed your complaint with the faculty?
____ Yes ____ No If no, why?
2. Please explain your concern regarding your grade:
3. Please explain any steps you have taken so far to try to resolve this issue.
4. What resolution do you seek?
Date Instructor/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor was seen: ______________Define Resolution
Date Chair of Dental Hygiene was seen: ______________Define Resolution
Date Dean of College of Allied Health and Nursing was seen: ______________Resolution:
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Academic HonestyUniversity Policy on Academic Honesty
QUALIFICATIONS FOR GRADUATION
To qualify for graduation from the Department of Dental Hygiene each student must acquire the ability to function appropriately as a dental hygienist in the dental environment and community as outlined in the document Competencies for Dental Hygiene Graduates. The three domains in which the graduates must show competence are: Professionalism, Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, and Patient Care.
ProfessionalismThe dental hygienist provides care using contemporary professional knowledge, judgment, and skills. The ADHA Code of Ethics provides the framework for ethical decision-making. The dental hygiene practitioner must be capable of discerning and managing ethical issues and problems in the practice of dental hygiene that occur in a rapidly changing environment where therapy and ethical issues are influenced by regulatory action, economics, social policy, cultural diversity, and health care reform.
Health Promotion and Disease PreventionThe dental hygienist serves the community in both practice and public health settings. Public health is concerned with promoting health and preventing disease through organized community efforts, and is an important component of any interdisciplinary approach. In the practice setting, the dental hygienist plays an active role in the promotion of optimal oral health and its relationship to general health. The dental hygienist, therefore, must be competent in the performance and delivery of oral health promotion and disease prevention services in the public health, practice and alternative settings.
Patient CareThe dental hygienist is a preventive oral health professional who provides education and clinical services in the support of oral health. The dental hygiene process of care applies principles from the biomedical, clinical, and social sciences to diverse populations that may include the medically compromised, medically or physically challenged, or socially or culturally disadvantaged.
Failure to Meet Qualifications for GraduationIf a dental hygiene student fails to acquire the ability to function appropriately as a dental hygienist and/or fails to fulfill or violates the professional standard of conduct in the pursuit of a degree in dental hygiene, an academic determination can be made that results in corrective action, up to and including dismissal from the program.
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Violations of the professional standards may include, but are not limited to:Breach of the Minnesota State University Code of Student Conduct - A full copy of this
document can be found on the University Web site http://www.mnsu.edu/students/basicstuff/policies.html
1. Individuals will fulfill their academic responsibilities in an honest and forthright manner.2. Individuals will respect and foster the academic endeavors of others.3. Individuals will respect the integrity of the University’s academic and administrative records. Those records are the property of the University and must be treated as such.4. Individuals will adhere to all policies and regulations of Minnesota State Mankato and
the MnSCU system along with federal, state and local laws that govern individualactions and relationships among community members.
5. Individuals will protect and support the personal safety of self and others.6. Individuals will demonstrate civility for others in all their interactions.7. Individuals will show respect for personal and University property.8. Individuals will contribute to a safe environment within the University community.9. Individuals will comply with the University in enforcing its administrative
responsibilities.
Patient Care1.Breaching confidentiality of patient information either verbally (informal conversation or
formal presentation), written (paper for class or publication), or otherwise make known, except when authorized by law.
2. Engaging patients in discussions that are not applicable or suitable in the dental work place or to dental hygiene treatment.
3. Failing to engage in appropriate dialog, which is necessary for total dental hygiene treatment.
4. Academic cheating, plagiarism, or aiding and abetting cheating/plagiarism.5. Forgery, deliberate misrepresentation of fact, or alternation of college/patient documents.6.Inattentiveness, inability or failure of student to follow instructions, such as those related to
student/patient safety or patient care.
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PROCESS RELATED TO VIOLATION OF PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
Faculty and Academic Department DecisionsAllegations of academic dishonesty, e.g. cheating and plagiarism are addressed by the instructor. The matter will be referred to the Office of Student Affairs for possible disciplinary action with possible additional academic consequences imposed by the department.
The University Student Conduct Board or Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities has jurisdiction in original hearings and may hear appeals of cases from other units. Academic dishonesty addressed by a faculty member or a violation of administrative procedure formally addressed by staff or an administrator entitle students to the following due process considerations:
1. Oral or written notice of the allegations.2. An explanation of the evidence supporting the complaint.3. An opportunity to present their side of the story.4. A written notice of the decision and any applicable sanction(s).5. An opportunity to appeal the decision and sanction(s).
Disciplinary actions addressed by a hearing officer within the Office of Student Affairs entitle students to the following due process considerations:
1. Written notice of the allegations and the Responsibility(ies) allegedly violated.2. An explanation of the evidence supporting the complaint.3. The opportunity to present a defense and witnesses. All witnesses in a hearing have the
right to be accompanied by one advisor - student, faculty, staff member, attorney, family member or other support person not involved in the same incident. The advisor may not participate in questioning or presentation of information.
4. The opportunity for an accused student to be accompanied by one advisor - student, faculty, staff member, attorney, family member, or other support person not involved in the same incident. The advisor may not participate in questioning or presentation of information.
5. A written notice of the decision and any applicable sanction(s).6. An opportunity to appeal the decision and sanction(s).
Student conduct proceedings are not analogous to courtroom proceedings; the technical procedures and rules of evidence applicable to civil and criminal cases shall not apply.
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Minnesota State University, Mankato Alcohol and Other Drug Policy(Effective 7/11-9/18)University Policy on Alcohol and Other Drugs
This Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy shall provide guidance and authority for any subordinate alcohol and drug related policy at Minnesota State University Mankato. The following laws, ordinances, policies, and procedures relating to alcohol and drugs provide guidance and authority for this policy.
Minnesota State Statutes, Laws, and Rules Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Procedure 1.C.0.1 Employee Code of Conduct Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Policies 3.6 Student Conduct Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Policies 5.18 Alcoholic Beverages or
Controlled Substances on Campus
Department of Dental Hygiene Policy on Student Substance Abuse
General Policy StatementAll students are expected to perform their clinical/lab/classroom activities efficiently and safely, without the influence of drugs or alcohol. The following actions/conditions are prohibited:
1. Deficient performance due to use of drugs and/or alcohol.2. Reporting for a clinical/lab/classroom session with the odor of alcohol or illegal
chemical on the breath.3. Possessing any illegal narcotic, hallucinogen, stimulant, sedative, or similar drug
while in clinic/lab/class.4. Using any intoxicating liquor within 24 hours prior to or while on clinical/lab/class
time.5. Removing any drug from the Department of Dental Hygiene Clinic or patient supply
for any reason.All students have a responsibility to notify their clinical/lab lead instructor if they are taking any medications.
PurposeTo protect the welfare of patients, student, faculty, and Minnesota State University, Mankato.
ProcedureAll suspected violations of the student substance abuse policy will be dealt with according to the following procedure:
1. If clinical/lab performance is adversely affected by a prescribed medication, the student will be dismissed and considered ill for make-up purposes.
2. When faculty/Chair of Dental Hygiene has reason to believe that a student has violated the policy/rules the appropriate law enforcement agency will be notified when there is reasonable suspicion to believe that an individual may have illegal drugs in his/her possession on University premises.
3. Any student suspected of violating the policy/rules and referred for testing may be suspended from attendance in clinic.
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4. A refusal to submit for drug/alcohol testing as directed shall be deemed to be a failure to cooperate with the investigation of a violation and subject to appropriate disciplinary procedures.
5. All tests and rest results will be considered confidential and will not be shared with anyone not directly involved in the student’s academic program except when they become the subject of a disciplinary proceeding. Test results will be filed in the office of the dental hygiene program chair and in the student’s academic files.
6. If test results are negative, the student may return to clinic.7. If test result are positive, the student shall be subject to dismissal from the dental hygiene
program and/or disciplinary suspension. The student is entitled to a copy of the positive test results. The student is entitled to present an explanation or to refute the positive test
results. The student may obtain a second independent confirmatory test which is more
specific and forensically reliable, at the student’s expense.8. Any student dismissed from the dental hygiene program for violation of this policy may
apply for readmission upon the production of evidence that an appropriate treatment program has been successfully completed. Other aspects of the readmission process will be handled under the standard published procedures.
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Central Region Dental Testing Service
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Current CRDTS can be found at www.crdts.orgBased on the 2015 Candidate Manual
LOCATING A PATIENTIt is the student’s responsibility to locate and prepare a patient for any state or regional board examination. This is an exam is administered by an external agency. MSU has no affiliation with this agency.
It is not possible for all students to locate board patients through MSU- Department of Dental Hygiene. It is imperative that each student begin early spring semester to screen for board patients outside the MSU University patient pool. Once a suitable board patient is found the student should consider looking for a backup patient.
PATIENT CHARTSAll board patients must sign a Treatment Consent Form. If the patient receives any treatment in the MSU Dental Hygiene clinic, the patient is considered a patient of record and all clinic policies apply to this patient. This includes the completion of all appropriate clinic forms and procedures.
CLINIC FEESBoard Patient Clinic fees
Radiographs only $50.00 ($25.00 if student if paying for them)Duplicate of Radiographs $10.00Completion of Scaling Regular Periodontal Scaling Fees per Quadrant
($30/ quad if student is paying for the patient’s treatment)
Patient Information (CRDTS)1. Department of Dental Hygiene at MSU is not responsible for any work provided by the
student during the licensing examination.2. The patient will not receive an original set of radiographs.3. The patient may return to the MSU dental clinic to have treatment completed (i.e. scaling
and root planing). Fees for service are required.
Registered Dental Hygienist Licensure FeesIf you will be practicing in Minnesota, here is the link to the Minnesota Dental Association licensing fees: https://mn.gov/boards/dentistry/licensure/fees.jsp. If you will be practicing dental hygiene in another state, you will need to check that states dental association website for fees. These fees are separate from the dental hygiene education program.
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MSU Clinic Disclosure1. Clinical Supervision will occur in an open bay style clinical setting with all students and
patients visible.2. Clinical direction to the student will be presented in front of the patient, which may
include corrective/directional contact instruction from the instructors. A quiet voice control and discretion will be used in all clinical settings.
3. If a student does not want hands touched during instrumentation guidance, faculty should be alerted.
4. I have read the Student Handbook and agree to follow to policies and guidelines while I am a student in the Minnesota State University, Mankato’s Dental Hygiene Program.
Student’s Name (Print)
Student’s Signature Date
Starting date of Dental Hygiene program: Fall __________Anticipated completion date: Spring ________
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