DHYG 3300 - Cultural Competence in Oral Health Care

Semester Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0

This course focuses on learning to adapt and change in emerging practice areas for dental hygienists that provide care to population groups challenged by access to oral health care, particularly those of diverse cultural backgrounds. The course emphasizes strategies for the delivery of culturally competent care to pediatric, geriatric, medically compromised and special needs patients. Ethical issues are emphasized regarding care for vulnerable client population groups.

Prerequisite: Acceptance in program
Course Fee: $75
Upper-Level Fee: $90

Course Designation: Professional and Technical

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DHYG 3300 - Cultural Competence in Oral Health Care