Dental Hygiene in Community 2

Course code DHYG 3280

Credit 3.0

Length 63.0 hours

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This course enables learners to further develop and apply knowledge, skills, attitudes in population and public health principles and strategies at an advanced beginner level within authentic experiences in community-based and interprofessional settings to enable individuals, families, and communities to improve their health and well-being and to reduce inequities.  Learners work in teams using theoretical frameworks to assess, diagnose, plan, and implement community programming.

Prerequisites

DHYG 3180.

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.

  • Application of Community Foundation Theory Community needs assessment, data collection Community diagnosis/decision-making Community program planning Community implementation Community evaluation Advocacy, social responsibility Cultural safety & humility Diversity, equity, and inclusion Informed consent Research ethics Community centred approaches to care Health policies and procedures in community practice. Interprofessional practice and education

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.