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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 Fall	Open	08/07/2025 – 08/12/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 7 – Aug 8 Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 Monday 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM 4037 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 – Aug 12 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#01DH Fall	Open	08/07/2025 – 08/12/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 7 – Aug 8 Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 Monday 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM 4037 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 – Aug 12 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#02DA Fall	Open	08/07/2025 – 08/12/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 7 – Aug 8 Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 Monday 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM 4037 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 – Aug 12 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

Professional Communications Instructor Course 47504810

0.40 credits

Criminal Justice

$225.00

This class deals with developing effective communication tactics for dealing with the public, your clientele, and fellow staff members to include supervisors, peers, and subordinates, and well as other professionals.Course Objectives: Display PCS; knowledge and comprehension, skills application and analysis ability, performance synthesis and evaluation /articulation ability in the Professional Communications Skills Curriculum.. This curriculum is endorsed by the Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) and is required for instructors seeking LESB certification.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/11/2025 – 08/12/2025	08/08/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 11 – Aug 12 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building Mark Wagers	$225.00

Overview Of Patrol Response 30504500

2.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following WI Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework Phase I topics: Critical Thinking and Decision-Making, Basic Response (RESPOND), Radio Procedures, Introduction to TraCS, Traffic Law Enforcement I, First Aid, CPR/AED, and Naloxone/Narcan, and Physical Fitness. This course will also include the WI DOJ 720 Academy Integration Exercises.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/14/2025 – 09/19/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 14 – Sep 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Overview Of Tactics 30504510

1.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework Phase I topics: Fundamentals of Firearms, Vehicle Contacts I, Officer Wellness, and DAAT.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/14/2025 – 09/19/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 14 – Sep 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Physical Fitness 30504501

1.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture and on-campus lab students will apply Phases I-III Physical Fitness WI Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework program requirements and Officer Wellness Suicide Prevention.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/14/2025 – 09/19/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 14 – Sep 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Overview Of Criminal Justice 30504503

1.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following WI Department of Justice 720 Academy Phase I curriculum framework topics: Academy Orientation, Fundamentals of Criminal Justice, Ethics, Cultural Competency, Agency Policy, and Professional Communication.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/14/2025 – 09/19/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 14 – Sep 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Koua Thao	View Rates

Overview Of Investigations 30504506

2.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture, on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework Phase I topics: Constitutional Law I, Crimes I, Interviews, and Report Writing. The DOJ Phase I Written Examination will be administered in this course.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/14/2025 – 09/19/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 14 – Sep 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Matthew Kecker	View Rates

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.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 16 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM 1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	View Rates
#02DA Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 16 Monday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM 1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	View Rates
#03CC Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM Colby Community College - Kansas - Jana Swenson	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

Traffic Investigation 10504181

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Investigates traffic crashes to determine cause. Learners utilize traffic incident management and investigative principles to complete investigations and necessary follow up to determine appropriate level of enforcement. Learners prepare documentation including Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Accident Report, Uniform Traffic Citation, photographs and drawings. Learners administer field sobriety tests and interpret indicators of impaired driving.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A236 - Computer Lab - A Building Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Professional Fitness 10504152

1.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Prepares learners for meeting LESB entry requirements for fitness. Learners will focus on nutrition and mental and physical wellness.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 17 Wednesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM D150 - DAAT Room Wausau - D Building Eric Soberg Aug 26 – Dec 17 Tuesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM D150 - DAAT Room Wausau - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Interviews/Interrogations 10504142

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Develops skills in interviewing crime victims, witnesses and suspects. Provides role play experience in interviewing and interrogation techniques for a variety of offenses, including sexual assault, robbery, theft, battery and other types of criminal offenses.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM A216 - Classroom - A Building Eric Soberg Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM A241 - Helping Skills Lab - A Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Report Documentation 10504178

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Develops a variety of law enforcement reports, utilizing field notes to accurately and fairly convey necessary information for use by investigators, prosecutors and the public.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building Koua Thao	View Rates

Juvenile Justice And Jurisdiction 10504186

2.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Utilizes Wisconsin Statutes to conduct in-depth studies in juvenile law. Areas of concentration are crimes against children, children in need of protection and services, and the juvenile justice code. Analyzes the role of law enforcement and other agencies in responding to and investigating juvenile procedures. Methods and models of prevention and rehabilitation are evaluated.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Zoom Only	ZOOM	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM ZOOM Brent Olson	View Rates

Careers And The Criminal Justice System 10504151

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Analyzes the primary functions of federal, state and local law enforcement and corrections agencies. Learners prepare for employment in public and private sectors.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building Koua Thao	View Rates

Dental Chairside 31508302

5.00 credits

Dental

Prepares dental assistant students to chart oral cavity structures, dental pathology and restorations and to assist a dentist with basic dental procedures including examinations, pain control, amalgam restoration and cosmetic restoration. Students will also develop the ability to educate patients about preventive dentistry, brushing and flossing techniques and dental procedures, using lay terminology.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DA Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 17 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:50 AM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Aug 26 – Dec 17 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	View Rates

Dental Hygiene Ethics & Profes 10508107

1.00 credits

Dental

Helps student dental hygienists develop and apply high professional and ethical standards. Students apply the laws that govern the practice of dental hygiene to their work with patients, other members of a dental team and the community. Emphasis is placed on maintaining confidentiality and obtaining informed consent. Students enhance their ability to present a professional appearance.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Waitlist	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

Nutrition And Dental Health 10508110

2.00 credits

Dental

Prepares student dental hygienists to counsel patients about diet and its impact on oral health. Students learn to distinguish between balanced and unbalanced diets and to construct diets that meet the needs of patients with compromised dental/oral health. Students also learn to counsel patients about the effect of eating disorders on dental health.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Waitlist	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	View Rates

Dental Hygiene Process 2 10508106

4.00 credits

Dental

This clinical course builds on and expands the technical/clinical skills student dental hygienists began developing in Dental Hygiene Process 1. Under the direct supervision of an instructor, students apply patient care assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills to provide comprehensive care for calculus case type 1 and 2 patients and perio case patients.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Waitlist	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Aug 26 – Dec 16 Thursday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	View Rates

Dental Hygiene Process 1 10508105

4.00 credits

Dental

Introduces Dental Hygiene students to the basic technical/clinical skills required of practicing Dental Hygienists including use of basic dental equipment, examination of patients and procedures within the dental unit. Under the direct supervision of an instructor, students integrate hands-on skills with entry-level critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The course also reinforces the application of Dental Health Safety skills.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Waitlist	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:50 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 28 – Dec 11 Thursday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Sep 30 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM 4036 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Nov 11 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM 4037 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Dec 16 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM 4036 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#02CC Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:50 AM Colby Community College - Kansas - Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

Principles Of Emergency Vehicle Response 30504504

2.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Department of Justice 720 Academy Phase II topics: Emergency Vehicle Operation and Control (EVOC) and Vehicle Contacts II.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/22/2025 – 10/31/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 22 – Oct 31 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Koua Thao	View Rates

Principles Of Investigations 30504508

1.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Phase II topics of the WI Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework: Constitutional Law II, Physical Evidence Collections, and Crisis Management. The Phase II Written Exam will be given in this course.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/22/2025 – 10/31/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 22 – Oct 31 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Principles Of Tactics 30504509

5.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture and on-campus lab and integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Phase II topics from the Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum frameworks including: Professional Communication Skills II, DAAT, Firearms II, Tactical Response, and Tactical Emergency Critical Care For Law Enforcement Officers.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/22/2025 – 10/31/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 22 – Oct 31 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Application Of Investigations 30504502

1.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture, on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Phase III topics of the Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework: Ethics II: Moral Reasoning and Professional Conduct, Cultural Competence II, Interrogations, Testifying in Court, Crimes III and Physical Evidence Collection.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/03/2025 – 12/16/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 3 – Dec 16 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Koua Thao	View Rates

Sensitive Crimes 30504505

2.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework Phase III topics: Domestics, Juvenile Law, Victims, Sexual Assault, and Child Maltreatment. The DOJ Phase III Written Examination will be administered in this course.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/03/2025 – 12/16/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 3 – Dec 16 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Application Of Traffic Response 30504507

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab and WI Department of Justice integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Phase III topics from the WI Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework: Traffic Law Enforcement - Core and Radar, Traffic Crash Investigations & Incident Management, Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated (OMVWI), Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST), Hazardous Materials and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD), Incident Command Systems and NIMS, and Report Writing.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/03/2025 – 12/16/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 3 – Dec 16 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates