This course will assist learners in gaining knowledge about the relationship between health and disease of the oral tissues. Particular emphasis will be placed on immunology, microbiology, periodontology, and associated treatment modalities.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Diseases affecting the periodontium; Classification of periodontal disease; Pediatric periodontal diseases; Microbial growth and periodontal disease; Host immune response; Oral Biofilms; Etiology of periodontal disease; Peri-implant disease; Traumatic occlusion and mucogingival deformities related to periodontal disease; Abscesses of the periodontium; General and local risk factors; Dental hygiene phases of care and outcomes of non-surgical periodontal therapy;
PLAR is applied in alignment with the Procedures of Policy D.3.5 – Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition.
Students will be assessed by a Challenge Exam, designed to validate the knowledge of the candidate as it relates to the course learning outcomes.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42474 |
January 6, 2027 to March 19, 2027 |
Lecture | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.