Health Sciences

Course code DHYG 3254

Credit 9.5

Length 165.0 hours

Course outline View

This course will provide learners with knowledge and experience integrating concepts of biomaterials, pharmacology, and nutrition related to oral and general health for the provision of dental hygiene services.

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.

  • Preventive, therapeutic, and restorative biomaterials
  • Administration of local anesthesia
  • Pharmacology
  • Nutrition
  • Evidence-informed decision making and collaborative practice

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42070 January 12, 2026
to June 18, 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.

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.