This course offers learners the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes in population health strategies and principles that enable individuals and communities to improve their health and well-being. There is a focus on program planning, population health, community capacity building, elements of instruction, selection of instructional methodology, and evaluation of learning.
This course is part of the full time Dental Hygiene Diploma program.
Course code: DHYG 3364
Credits: 7.0
Tuition: $0*
Length: 114.0 hours
Course outline:
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https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=DHYG&number=3364
Prerequisites
Term 2 Courses in Dental Hygiene Program or Term 5 Courses in Dental Hygiene Access for Certified Dental Assistants Program
Corequisites
Term 3 courses in Dental Hygiene Program
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Additional Information
- The dental hygienist's role in community health
- Population health theories and models
- Health promotion and oral disease prevention communities and target populations
- Political, social, marketing, and economic influences on population health
- Epidemiology of oral disease
- Critical analysis of scientific literature
- Instructional methodology, elements of instruction, and adult learning principles
- Community program planning
- Community development and capacity building
Prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR)
PLAR is granted for instructional competence. Student must provide official documentation of successful completion of course learning outcomes that align with the outcomes for the DHYG 3364 Instructional Competence evaluation.
How do I apply for this course?
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† 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.
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