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Community Dental Health 10508115

2.00 credits

Dental

$355.40

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	$355.40
#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	$355.40

Dental Hygiene Process 1 10508105

4.00 credits

Dental

$1,541.33

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	$1,541.33

Dental Hygiene Process 3 10508112

5.00 credits

Dental

$1,421.10

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	$1,421.10

Dental Hygiene Transition Into Practice 10508130

1.00 credits

Dental

$180.70

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	$180.70

Dental Pharmacology 10508114

2.00 credits

Dental

$355.40

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	$355.40

Dental Radiography 10508103

2.00 credits

Dental

$517.86

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	$517.86

Developmental Psychology 10809188

3.00 credits

Social Science

$530.10

Developmental Psychology is the study of human development throughout the lifespan. This course explores developmental theory and research with an emphasis on the interactive nature of the biological, cognitive and psychosocial changes that affect the individual from conception to death. Application activities and critical thinking skills will enable students to gain an increased knowledge and understanding of themselves and others.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	10/19/2026 – 12/16/2026	10/24/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 19 – Dec 16 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A213 - Classroom - A Building Kelly Crockett	$530.10

EFDA Clinical 10508124

2.00 credits

Dental

$437.40

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	$437.40

Intro to Psychology 10809198

3.00 credits

Social Science

$530.10

This science of psychology course is a survey of multiple aspects of behavior and mental processes. It provides an overview of topics such as research methods, theoretical perspectives, learning, cognition, memory, motivation, emotions, personality, abnormal psychology, physiological factors, social influences, and development.

6 Course Sections

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	Wausau Main Campus	Jun 1 – Jul 31 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A229 - Classroom - A Building James Hoelter	$530.10
#02 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Oct 16 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A211 - Classroom - A Building Samuel Buemi	$530.10
#03 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Oct 16 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM A227 - Classroom - A Building Kelly Crockett	$530.10
#04 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 24 – Oct 16 Tuesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM AG205 - AG Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence James Hoelter	$530.10
#05 Fall	Open	10/19/2026 – 12/16/2026	10/24/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 19 – Dec 16 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM A211 - Classroom - A Building Kelly Crockett	$530.10
#06 Fall	Open	10/19/2026 – 12/16/2026	10/24/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 19 – Dec 16 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A223 - Classroom - A Building James Hoelter	$530.10

Intro to Sociology 10809196

3.00 credits

Social Science

$530.10

Introduces students to the fundamental sociological concepts, including sociological perspectives, research methods, the significance of culture in society, and the socialization process. Other topics include deviance, the impact of groups on behavior, societal inequities, global changes, the role of social institutions, and social stratification

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Waitlist	10/19/2026 – 12/16/2026	10/24/2026	Hybrid Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 19 – Dec 16 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM A204 - Classroom - A Building Sarah Watson	$530.10

Microeconomics 10809143

3.00 credits

Social Science

$530.10

Examines the behavior of individual decision makers, primarily consumers and firms. Topics include choices of how much to consume and to produce, the functioning of perfectly and imperfectly competitive markets, the conditions under which markets may fail, and arguments for and against government intervention. The student applies the fundamental tools of economics to real world problems.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Oct 16 Thursday 10:00 AM - 12:50 PM A227 - Classroom - A Building Sarah Watson	$530.10

Oral Anatomy, Embry, Histology 10508102

4.00 credits

Dental

$704.80

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	$704.80

Think Critically & Creatively 10809103

3.00 credits

Social Science

$530.10

Provides instruction about critical and creative thinking that is in high demand in all occupations. Models, theories, and processes provide the foundation for learning logical thinking strategies. Students will apply a systematic approach to problem solving by analyzing the problem, assessing possible solutions, and making effective decisions. In addition, students will generate ideas and analyze complex issues. This course assists students with developing a critical thinking mindset which is essential at every level of personal and professional life.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Oct 16 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM A213 - Classroom - A Building Sarah Watson	$530.10