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Course Description

The examination in Dental Hygiene consists of two examinations, the Computer Simulated Clinical Examination (CSCE) and the Patient Treatment Clinical Examination (PTCE) which is approximately 3.5 hours in length. The candidate must reach a 75% competency rate for passage. (Pre-Requisite: Participants must have graduated or are graduating within 45 days of examination from an ADA accredited dental hygiene school in the U.S. or Canada to be eligible.)

Course Outline

  • Patient Evaluation
  • Calculus Detection and Removal
  • Pocket Depth Measurement
  • Plaque/Stain Removal
  • Treatment Management

Learner Outcomes

This examination will assure current clinical knowledge and ability and assures the public that those who become licensed deliver dental care competently and safely.

Notes

Materials Required:
Materials are provided to the candidates by the Commission on Dental Competency Assessment (CDCA).

Prerequisites

Must have graduated or are graduating within 45 days of examination from an ADA accredited dental hygiene school in the United States or Canada to be eligible.
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Section Title
Patient Treatment Clinical Exam (PTCE)
Type
Lecture
Days
Th
Time
7:00AM to 10:30AM
Dates
Jun 27, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
3.5
Location
  • Main
Delivery Options
In Person  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $300.00
Instructors
  • Angela Barnes
  • Theresa Grady
Section Title
Patient Treatment Clinical Exam (PTCE)
Type
Lecture
Days
Th
Time
10:30AM to 2:00PM
Dates
Jun 27, 2024
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
3.5
Location
  • Main
Delivery Options
In Person  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $300.00
Instructors
  • Angela Barnes
  • Theresa Grady
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