This lecture/seminar course explores professionalism and inter-professional practice within the context of a Practising Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). The role of professional associations and the regulatory requirement for continued competency and practice hours within the context of life-long learning are discussed. Principles related to dental photography and software management systems are introduced. Domestic violence, substance abuse, tobacco intervention and cessation and the role and responsibility of a dental health care professional are also explored.
This course is part of the full-time Certified Dental Assisting Program.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Planning for CDA Patient Care
- Professionalism
- Employment Standards
- Life-long Learning
- Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence
- Dental Photography
- Dental Practice Management
- Tobacco Cessation
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.
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.