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Dental Health Safety 10508101

1.00 credits

Dental

Prepares dental auxiliary students to respond proactively to dental emergencies, control infection, prevent disease, adhere to OSHA Standards and safely manage hazardous materials. Students also take patient vital signs and collect patient medical/dental histories. CPR certification is a prerequisite; students will be required to show proof of certification before beginning the course. This course is a WTCS aligned course required in both the Dental Hygienist and Dental Assistant programs. This course must be taken at NTC, no transfers, because the content of this course is specific for this program/site.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/06/2026 – 01/13/2026	01/06/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 6 – Jan 13 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 6 – Jan 13 Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#02DA Spring	Open	01/06/2026 – 01/13/2026	01/06/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 6 – Jan 13 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 6 – Jan 13 Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#03DH Spring	Open	01/06/2026 – 01/13/2026	01/06/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 6 – Jan 13 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 6 – Jan 13 Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

Nursing Complex Health Alterations I 10543109

3.00 credits

Nursing

Complex Health Alterations I prepares the learner to provide and evaluate care for patients across the lifespan with alterations in cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, and hematologic systems as well as patients with fluid/electrolyte and acid-base imbalance, and alterations in comfort.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 3016 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Shana Klesmith	View Rates

Dental Assistant Clinical 31508306

3.00 credits

Dental

Students apply skills developed in Dental and General Anatomy, Dental Health Safety, Dental Chairside, Dental Materials, Dental Radiography and Dental Assistant Professional in a clinical setting with patients. Emphasizes integration of core abilities (soft skills) and basic occupational skills. They will be able to collect diagnostic and treatment data, manage infection and hazard control, perform clinical supportive treatments (four handed dentistry, maintain instruments, etc.), take diagnostic radiographs, perform dental laboratory procedures, provide patient oral health instruction, assist in managing medical emergencies, model professional behaviors, ethics and appearance.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DA Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/16/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 Monday 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Feb 2 – Feb 9 Monday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Mar 2 – Mar 16 Monday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	View Rates

Dental Hygiene Process 3 10508112

5.00 credits

Dental

This clinical course builds on and expands the technical/clinical skills student dental hygienists developed in Dental Hygiene Process II. In consultation with the instructor, students apply independent problem-solving skills in the course of providing comprehensive care for calculus case type I, II and III patients and case type 0, I, II and III patients. Dental Hygiene Process III introduces root detoxification using hand and ultra-sonic instruments, laser bacterial reduction, selection of dental implant prophylaxis treatment options and administration of chemotherapeutic agents. Students also adapt care plans in order to accommodate patients with special needs.

1 Course Section

Dental Radiography 10508103

2.00 credits

Dental

Prepares dental auxiliary students to operate radiographic equipment and expose bitewing, periapical, extra oral, and occlusal images. Emphasis is placed on protection against x-ray hazards. Students also produce, mount, and evaluate dental images for diagnostic value. This course also provides the background in radiographic theory required for students to make informed decisions and adjustments.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/19/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 19 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM 1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Jan 26 – May 19 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2019 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	View Rates
#02DA Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/19/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 19 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM 1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Jan 26 – May 19 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2019 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	View Rates

Cariology 10508109

1.00 credits

Dental

Focuses on the characteristics and contributing factors of dental decay. Dental Hygiene students help patients minimize caries risk by developing treatment plans, communicating methods to patients and evaluating treatment results.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tanya Ponik	View Rates

Dental Pharmacology 10508114

2.00 credits

Dental

Prepares student dental hygienists to select safe and effective patient premedication and within the scope of dental hygiene practice. Students will also learn to recognize potential pharmacological contraindications for specific patients and to take measures to avoid negative impact or alert other members of the dental team to possible negative impact.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

Intro To Clinical Care Management 10543108

2.00 credits

Nursing

This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic nursing interventions to groups of patients across the lifespan. It also provides an introduction to leadership, management, and team building.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#05 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 05/12/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM 1004A - CHS Auditorium - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Feb 2 Monday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM Wausau Main Campus Mar 9 – Apr 7 Monday, Tuesday 06:00 AM - 03:00 PM Wausau Main Campus May 12 Tuesday 08:30 AM - 02:30 PM 2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)	View Rates

Mental Health & Community Concepts 10543110

2.00 credits

Nursing

This course will cover topics related to the delivery of community and mental health care. Specific health needs of individuals, families, and groups will be addressed across the lifespan. Attention will be given to diverse and at-risk populations. Mental health concepts will concentrate on adaptive/maladaptive behaviors and specific mental health disorders. Community resources will be examined in relation to specific types of support offered to racial, ethnic, economically diverse individuals and groups.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	02/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Feb 23 – May 18 Monday 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM 3016 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Michelle Knaup May 20 Wednesday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 4037 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Michelle Knaup	View Rates