Refresher for Dental Hygiene
Looking to return to practice?
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5-Day Refresher
HYBRID | TUITION $4,400 | LIMITED CAPACITY
Returning after 3-5 years? We recommend the 5-Day course.
Learn More10-Day Refresher
HYBRID | TUITION $7,400 | LIMITED CAPACITY
Returning after 5 or more years? We recommend the 10-Day course.
Learn MoreCourse Overview
Our refresher courses are approved by the Alberta College of Dental Hygienists to meet the practice hours requirement for reinstatement. The course can get you up to speed with the latest competency requirements and prepare you to return to practice.
Pre-Study Topics
- Dental hygiene process of care
- Radiology theory, technique and interpretation
- Instrument maintenance and reprocessing
- Sealants
- Dental hygiene instrumentation and periodontal debridement
During the on-site clinical component participants will have the opportunity to practice the material reviewed during patient clinical care in the Oral Health Clinic at the University of Alberta. With an online self-study portion, and a meticulous hands-on practice component, gain confidence in your ability to return to your practice safely.
Prerequisites
Participants must have a current CPR certificate (BLS – issued within the last 12 months that will remain valid through the clinical sessions).
If you have any additional questions, check out our FAQ or reach out to dentce@ualberta.ca.