This course is designed to provide learners with theoretical knowledge required for novice clinical dental hygiene practice. Emphasis will be placed on infection prevention and control, client assessment, instrumentation skills, and preventive dentistry.
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.
- Infection Prevention & Control; Medical and Dental History; Vital Signs; Ergonomics; Surgical Magnification; Clinical Assessments; Instrument Theory; Ultrasonic Theory; Brushing and Flossing; Oral Self-care; Dentifrices and Gums; Oral Rinses and Gels; Annotations and Dental Records; Dental Deposits and Plaque Index;
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72962 |
September 8, 2026 to December 16, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | 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.