2018-2019 Pierce College Catalog 
    
    May 04, 2024  
2018-2019 Pierce College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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DHYG 472 Service Learning: Healthcare Teams and Community Oral Health Practicum (5 credits)


Prereq: Graduate from a Washington State accredited dental hygiene program from 1973 or later with a dental hygiene license from anywhere in the United States in good standing. Acceptance into the Bridge BASDH program per current qualifications. 

A course incorporating dental public health agenda and the development and implementation of community-based targeted outreach services. An integration of instructional and research application. Entails exploring the role of the dental hygienist in public health agenda, community outreach services, advocacy and business management as an integral member, leader and agent of change in the interdisciplinary healthcare team.



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