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Cariology 10508109

1.00 credits

Dental

$171.29

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.

2 Course Sections

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	$171.29
#02CC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM Colby Community College - Kansas - Tanya Ponik	$171.29

Community Dental Health 10508115

2.00 credits

Dental

$337.58

Prepares the Dental Hygienist student to play a proactive role in improving the dental health of community members of all ages. Students perform and interpret dental health research to determine community dental health needs. They also participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of a community dental health program.

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	Feb 2 – May 18 Monday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tanya Ponik	$337.58

Culinary Skills Project 10316128

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$241.29

Assess the learner on skills learned throughout the first year of the Culinary Arts program. The learner will complete various culinary and sanitation skills in a timed environment.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	05/04/2026 – 05/14/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	May 4 – May 14 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 12:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	$241.29

Dental Assistant Clinical 31508306

3.00 credits

Dental

$600.12

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 2054 - CNA Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Feb 2 – Feb 9 Monday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM 2054 - CNA Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Mar 2 – Mar 16 Monday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM 2054 - CNA Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	$600.12

Dental Assistant Professional 31508307

1.00 credits

Dental

$171.29

Prepares dental assistant students for professional success in a dental practice or another dental health care environment. Students develop professional appearance and image. More importantly, they learn to work within ethical guidelines and legal frameworks. In preparation for entering the work force, dental assistants customize or develop their portfolios and lay out an on-going professional development plan.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DA 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 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	$171.29

Dental Health Safety 10508101

1.00 credits

Dental

$200.04

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 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 7 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 12 Monday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 13 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	$200.04
#02DA Spring	Open	01/06/2026 – 01/13/2026	01/06/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 6 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 7 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 12 Monday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 13 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	$200.04
#03DH Spring	Open	01/06/2026 – 01/13/2026	01/06/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 6 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 7 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 12 Monday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 13 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	$200.04

Dental Hygiene Process 3 10508112

5.00 credits

Dental

$1,312.52

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 Pharmacology 10508114

2.00 credits

Dental

$337.58

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	$337.58

Dental Radiography 10508103

2.00 credits

Dental

$477.58

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 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	$477.58
#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 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	$477.58

Garde-Manger / Decorative Foods 10316108

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$482.58

Experience in sanitation, quality standards and methods of food storage. Learners will advance their knife skills as they cut, chop, carve and dice. Additionally, learners will be preparing and presenting cold foods such as soups, meats, cheeses and produce.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/16/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – Mar 16 Monday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke Feb 24 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	$482.58

General & Oral Pathology 10508111

3.00 credits

Dental

$503.87

Prepares the student dental hygienist to determine when to consult, treat or refer clients with various disease, infection or physiological conditions. Students learn to recognize the signs, causes and implications of common pathological conditions including inflammatory responses, immune disorders, genetic disorders, developmental disorders of tissues and cysts, oral tissue trauma and neoplasm of the oral cavity.

2 Course Sections

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 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM 2019 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Aleena Lepak	$503.87
#02CC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM Colby Community College - Kansas - Aleena Lepak	$503.87

International Cuisine 10316125

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$482.58

Explores various international cuisines in a professional foodservice setting. Learners will plan menus, prepare and produce the various cuisines and serve.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/19/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 23 – May 18 Monday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke May 19 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	$482.58

Meat & Fish Essentials 10316110

3.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$723.87

Identify fish, meat or poultry by carcass, primal, sub primal and fabricated cuts of meat. Learners will explore the use of fish, meats and poultry by comparing both yield grades and quality grades. Hands-on meat fabrication, meat grinding, meat smoking and sausage making will be explored.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/16/2026 – 04/23/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 16 – Mar 25 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:30 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Apr 6 – Apr 23 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:30 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	$723.87

Menu Planning, Management And Design 10316112

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$171.29

Plan and prepare menus for a variety of food operations and budgets. Projects will include designing, pricing and menu analysis.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	04/06/2026 – 04/30/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Apr 6 – Apr 23 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Apr 27 – Apr 30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	$171.29

Nutrition 10316107

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$482.58

Focuses on the six major nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, vitamins and water) and how each is used by the body. The planning of well-balanced diets and nutritional analysis of diets are emphasized.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 02/12/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – Feb 3 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:30 AM - 12:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Feb 4 – Feb 12 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:30 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	$482.58

Periodontology 10508108

3.00 credits

Dental

$503.87

Prepares student dental hygienists to assess the periodontal health of patients, plan prevention and treatment of periodontal disease and to evaluate the effectiveness of periodontal treatment plans. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of the signs and causes of periodontal disease and on selection of treatment modalities that minimize risk and restore periodontal health.

2 Course Sections

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 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	$503.87
#02CC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM Colby Community College - Kansas - Janis Ciskowski	$503.87

Restaurant Sales And Promotion 10316120

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$171.29

Examine sales and promotion strategies used in the restaurant industry. Study of attracting new customers, setting prices, developing visually appealing menus and displays, and investigating innovative methods of attracting and keeping customers.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/26/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – Mar 9 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Brock Decker Mar 11 – Mar 25 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Brock Decker Mar 26 Thursday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Brock Decker	$171.29

Soup & Stock Production 10316109

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$482.58

Introduces the preparation of clear, cream, puree and specialty soups. Learners will prepare basic stocks and soups. Additionally learners will evaluate convenience soups and stocks for quality and cost.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	02/16/2026 – 03/12/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Feb 16 – Mar 9 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:30 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Brock Decker Mar 11 – Mar 12 Thursday, Wednesday 08:30 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Brock Decker	$482.58