3.5 semester credits - 80 clock hours 40 hrs Lecture 40 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This module will cover anatomy and physiology of all body systems. The functions of all body systems as related to dentistry will be discussed as well. Microbiology and infectious diseases will be covered, along with medical terminology related to all body systems. Normal and abnormal vital signs as well as procedures for obtaining vital signs will be covered in this module.
DA MODULE B - FUNDAMENTALS OF DENTAL ASSISTING AND DENTAL MATERIALS 3.5 semester credits- 80 clock hours
40 hrs Lecture 40 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This module will introduce the student to the field of dental assisting and dental materials. Dental specialties will be discussed, along with legal and ethical issues in dental assisting. Communication and interpersonal skills in working with dental patients will be covered, along with principles of infection control and basic tray set-up. Properties and uses of dental materials will be introduced as well.
DA MODULE C - ORAL ANATOMY FOR THE DENTAL ASSISTANT 3.5 semester credits - 80 clock hours
40 hrs Lecture 40 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This module will introduce the student to anatomy and physiology of the face and oral cavity. Development of teeth and tooth morphologies will be covered, as well as oral histology and pathology. Pharmacology and pain control in the dental office will be discussed as well. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DA Module A and B.
DA MODULE D - PREVENTATIVE DENTAL HEALTH 3.5 semester credits - 80 clock hours
40 hrs Lecture 40 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This module will cover oral hygiene and prevention of dental disease and complications. The role of nutrition and diet will be covered, along with formation and removal of plaque. Procedures for obtaining a medical and dental history will be discussed. Patient education will be covered, and how systemic diseases affect dental health will be explored.
Dental/medical emergencies and CPR will be covered. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DA Module A and B.
DA MODULE E - CHAIRSIDE ASSISTING 3.5 semester credits - 80 clock hours 40 hrs Lecture 40 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This module will explore the history of dentistry and the clinical knowledge of the dental assistant. Specific chairside techniques, such as fourhanded dentistry, application of topical anesthetics, and application of fluoride agents will be covered, as well as maintenance of the dental treatment area. Restorative dentistry, cleaning, and maintenance of removable dental appliances will be discussed as well. Infection control, sterilization, clinical procedures, and custom trays will be covered. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DA Module A and B.
DA MODULE F - DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY 3.5 semester credits - 80 clock hours 40 hrs Lecture 40 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This module covers the role of the dental assistant in obtaining, handling, and processing radiographs. Radiation sources will be covered, as well as control of x-ray production. Anatomical landmarks used for obtaining oral radiographs are covered, along with processing of dental films, and avoiding errors in film processing. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DA Module A and B.
DA MODULE G - RESTORATIVE AND DENTAL SPECIALTIES 3.5 semester credits - 80 clock hours
40 hrs Lecture 40 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This module will introduce students to the various specialties in which dental assistants may work. Assisting with restorative procedures, as well as skills required to practice in the various dental specialties will be covered. Chairside procedures, assisting with specialty procedures, aspirating a patient, and correct exchange of dental instruments will be discussed. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DA Module A and B.
DA MODULE H - DENTAL OFFICE MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES 3.5 semester credits - 80 clock hours
40 hrs Lecture 40 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
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This module will introduce students to the role of the dental assistant in front office management and dental office administration. Topics such as billing, accounting, bookkeeping, banking, and financial management of the dental office will be covered, as well as computer software used in the dental office, for both financial and patient records.
Appointment scheduling, filing systems, and telephone etiquette will be covered, and processing of dental insurance claims will be introduced. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DA Module A and B.
DA MODULE I - CLINICAL PRACTICUM/EXTERNSHIP 7.0 semester credits - 320 clock hours
0 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 320 hrs Practicum
This module consists of a 320-hour externship at an approved facility. This experience gives students an opportunity to utilize the knowledge and skills they have gained in the classroom setting and apply them in a clinical setting, under the direct supervision of the school and facility staff. Students will be evaluated by supervisory staff during the externship, and successful completion of this module is required for graduation. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DA Module A through H.
EN 144 - ENGLISH COMPOSITION 3.0 semester credits – 45 clock hours
45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course of instruction is designed to introduce the fundamentals and processes of college writing and reading comprehension. Topics include strategies for writing, including prewriting and thesis construction; stylistic writing, such as narratives and descriptive pieces; analytic and argumentative writing; and a brief review of grammatical rules.
GO 200 - GEOGRAPHY
3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours 45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course introduces students to concepts and tools in geography and the major subfields of geography, including physical geography, population geography, cultural geography, political geography, economic geography, urban geography, and regional geography. In addition, it affords an overview of the major world regions.
HA 100 - MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours 45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course introduces elements of medical terminology, such as the etymology of words used to describe the human body. Students learn to apply proper terminology and spelling for major pathological conditions. This course identifies and explains the terms used for the integumentary, respiratory, nervous, reproductive, endocrine, urinary, digestive, lymphatic, hematic, immune, and musculoskeletal systems. It compares and contrasts the different body systems.
Students define and describe the function of each system of the body.
HA 110 - ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RECORDS 3.0 semester credits - 60 clock hours
30 hrs Lecture 30 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course introduces students to the design and use of health and medical databases. The course provides hands-on experience with the design and use of databases and database management systems and explores uses of medical record systems. An examination of the application of databases to clinical and managerial transactions is also included.
HA 200 - ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours
45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course provides a comprehensive look at the human body’s structure and functions. Topics include how the body maintains homeostasis, the relationship of chemistry to anatomy and physiology, and cell function and division. The skin, skeletal system, muscles, and nervous system are examined. Sensory organs and the endocrine system are also
presented. Several diseases and disorders are discussed, and as well as the cause, detection, and treatment of them.
Prerequisite: HA 100 - Medical Terminology
HA 204 – HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATIONS 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours
45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
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This course will help students understand how health care system is structured and how the different components of the system interact with one another. The students will also explore critical issues facing health care in its ever-changing environment and to gain a sense of the complex multidimensional nature of health care delivery in the United States.
HA 205 – HEALTH CARE ECONOMICS 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours
45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course uses microeconomic tools to analyze health care system in the U.S. issues including health care demand and supply, cost benefit analysis and cost effectiveness analysis are studies. Health insurance and the government’s role in providing financing and regulating the health care industry are discussed as well.
HA 206 – INTRODUCTION HEALTH CARE ACCOUNTING 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours
45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course will introduce the basic tools of accounting including accounting terminology and standard processes in the field of accounting. The purpose of this class is to understand and apply the accounting concepts in the context of health care environment so that the decision make can make sound judgments regarding accounting analyses performed by others.
HA 207 – HEALTH CARE FINANCE 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours
45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course prepares students to understand and apply financial techniques in health care decision making. The specific topics will include financial projections, cost-volume-profit analyses, performance measures, special decisions such as dropping or adding programs and services, costing and pricing of health care services and contracts, and cost allocation.
HA 209 – DIVERSITY AND CULTURE IN HEALTH CARE 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours
45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course offers and overview of the demographic issues and cultural dimension of human systems, including worldview, kinship and social organization, health care beliefs, and rules of reciprocity. The goal of this course is to preprare health care administrators to deal with the wide variety of culture rules and norms that are often presented in providing systems of care for diverse populations.
HA 210 - MEDICAL LAW AND ETHICS 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours 45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course starts by explaining why it is important that health care practitioners understand medical law and ethics. We then cover the basics: civil and criminal law, lawsuits and malpractice, negligence, and contracts. Other topics include patient confidentiality, employer/employee issues, and structure of medical practices, the role of the physician in death and dying issues, bioethical issues, and the impact of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) on medical practices.
HA 211 – HEALTH CARE MARKETING AND CUSTOMER SERVICE 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours
45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course provides an overview of basic marketing concepts such as product, pricing, promotion, and distribution and the application of these concepts in different health care settings. This course will also provide a clear understanding of concepts including understanding customer needs, retaining customers, and expanding market share, and providing customer service.
HA 215 – INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH CARE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours
45 hrs Lecture 0 hrs Lab 0 hrs Practicum
This course provides an overview of health care information systems. Topics include applications of information systems, commercial vendors, decision support systems, technologies, analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation.
HA 220 - INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS IN HEALTHCARE 3.0 semester credits - 45 clock hours