This course introduces the learner to an overview of body systems, head and neck anatomy, dental morphology and tooth development. Intra-oral effects of medical conditions and pharmaceuticals and the modification to dental treatment are explored. The Certified Dental Assistant's (CDA) role in determining and interpreting vital signs is also introduced.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- General Assessment, Intraoral/Extraoral anatomy
- Vital Signs
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Intraoral Soft Tissues
- Dentition
- Occlusion and the Temporomandibular Joint
- Annotation
- Diseases of the Oral Cavity
- Oral Biopsies
- Dental Photography
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42145 |
January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 |
Online | Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42161 |
February 1, 2026 to May 31, 2026 |
Online | Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42177 |
March 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 |
Online | Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† 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.