vcc.ca
DENT 1125: Clinical Support Theory 1
Effective date
September 2025
Department
Dental Assisting
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course focuses on the theory and concepts associated with general dentistry. The psychomotor skills and equipment that are required for the practice of dental assisting will be introduced. Students will also learn the fundamentals of infection and pain control, restorative dentistry, chairside assisting, and record keeping.
Vancouver Community College gratefully acknowledges the invaluable contribution of Camosun College for sharing their curriculum for the new Certified Dental Assisting program.
Credits
2.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the principles of infection control in a dental assisting practice.
- Identify clinical armamentarium and describe its preparation, use and maintenance in the dental office.
- Identify basic concepts of working effectively and safely in the dental setting.
- Describe the basic principles of restorative dentistry as it applies to dental assisting.
- Describe the rights of clients and how to address their concerns at an introductory level.
- Demonstrate accurate record keeping practices.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 42
Total Hours: 42
Total Hours: 42
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, case study, group work, simulation and guest speakers.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C+
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
20-35 |
Assignments |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20-35 |
Quizzes/Tests |
|
Exam |
15-30 |
Exam |
|
Final Exam |
20-35 |
Final Exam |
Course topics
- Infection control
- Four-handed dentistry
- Basic restorative materials
- Pain control
- Dental chart, examinations and charting
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.