This course introduces learners to dental terminology and nomenclature, integrating knowledge of anatomy, physiology, embryology, histology, and dental morphology 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.
- Dental terminology and nomenclature
- Anatomy and physiology with emphasis on the head and neck area
- Dental morphology, anatomy, embryology, and histology
- Developmental and regressive/acquired anomalies of the head, neck and oral tissues
- Tooth eruption, exfoliation and occlusion
PLAR is applied in alignment with the Procedures of Policy 316 – 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.
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.