DHYG-406 : Dental Health Education Methods (hybrid)

This course is designed to emphasize the role of the dental hygienist in health communication, health promotion and health marketing as oral health educator, advocate and resource person for the community. As a hybrid course, self-directed learning will be fostered with online collaboration, school based health center participation at local DC public schools and full student participation in all aspects of this course for a successful final grade. Upon successful completion of lectures, tests, online assignments, reports and school based health center participation, the student will gain knowledge and experiences that will aid the student in the development and enhancement of interpersonal communication skills. These skills will cultivate an understanding of issues that impact the lives and oral health of consumers of all ages. This course will provide knowledge and experiences in utilizing available resources to reinforce the connection between lifestyle influences, learning behaviors, systemic health and oral health.