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Community Dental Health 10508115

2.00 credits

Dental

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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 31 – Dec 14 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tanya Ponik	View Rates
#02CC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid Zoom Only	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 31 – Dec 14 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM CCC-KS - Colby Community Collg Classroom - Colby Community College - Kansas Tanya Ponik	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.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02CC Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid Zoom Only	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM CCC-KS - Colby Community Collg Classroom - Colby Community College - Kansas Janis Ciskowski	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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03CC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid Zoom Only	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 24 Monday 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM CCC-KS - Colby Community Collg Classroom - Colby Community College - Kansas Debra Koziel Aug 28 Friday 07:30 AM - 12:30 PM CCC-KS - Colby Community Collg Classroom - Colby Community College - Kansas Debra Koziel	View Rates

Dental Hygiene Transition Into Practice 10508130

1.00 credits

Dental

This course prepares the learner or graduate for licensure. Simulated written and practical examinations. Individualized study plans, stress/test anxiety management strategies, and dental hygiene license obtainment are addressed. Course goal is to strengthen learner performance on written board and clinical practical examinations. No challenge test available.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 1 – Dec 15 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM 2019 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Aleena Lepak	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
#02CC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid Zoom Only	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 24 – Dec 14 Monday 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM CCC-KS - Colby Community Collg Classroom - Colby Community College - Kansas Janis Ciskowski	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.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03CC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid Zoom Only	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 24 – Dec 16 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CCC-KS - Colby Community Collg Classroom - Colby Community College - Kansas Jana Swenson	View Rates

EFDA Clinical 10508124

2.00 credits

Dental

Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary students apply skills developed in Preventative Procedures, Restorative Procedures and Prosthodontic Procedures in a clinical setting with patients under the direct supervision of a dentist.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Summer	Open	06/01/2026 – 07/31/2026	06/09/2026	Hybrid Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus ZOOM	Jun 4 Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Jun 11 Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM ZOOM Susan Pernsteiner Jun 25 Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM ZOOM Susan Pernsteiner Jul 9 – Jul 16 Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM ZOOM Susan Pernsteiner Jul 23 Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	View Rates

Oral Anatomy, Embry, Histology 10508102

4.00 credits

Dental

Prepares Dental Hygienist students to apply detailed knowledge about oral anatomy to planning, implementation, assessment and evaluation of patient care. Students identify distinguishing characteristics of normal and abnormal dental, head and neck anatomy and its relationship to tooth development, eruption and health.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02CC Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid Zoom Only	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM CCC-KS - Colby Community Collg Classroom - Colby Community College - Kansas Jana Swenson	View Rates