This course is designed to assist learners to learn dental terminology and nomenclature, and integrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, embryology, histology, of the head and neck region as it relates to human function and health.
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.
- Terminology
- Bones of the head and neck
- Temporomandibular joint
- Prenatal development
- Muscles of mastication and facial expression
- Cranial nerves
- Vascular supply of the head and neck
- Lymphatics
- Glandular tissues
- Fascia, spaces and spread of dental infection
- Normal and abnormal anatomy
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, including both written and Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE) components, 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72965 |
September 11, 2026 to December 15, 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.