Professionalism 1

Course code DEND 1101

Credit 1.5

Length 30.0 hours

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This course introduces students to the ethics, jurisprudence, regulation and scope of the Denturist profession. Students learn interpersonal skills and inter-professional collaboration as well as principles of critical thinking, problem-solving, self reflection and peer evaluation. Students practice communication skills applicable in situations relevant to denturist practice.

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.

  • 1. The dental professions; Inter-Professional Practice 2. Ethics, jurisprudence and regulation 3. Professional decorum and comportment 4. Interpersonal and inter-professional communication 5. Patient Psychology 6. Written communication 7. Oral communication 8. Visual communication 9. Information literacy skills 10. Critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making

Applicants requesting PLAR must meet with the Denturist Department Leader

Course schedules

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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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.