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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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#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 4036 - 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 4036 - 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

Dental Hygiene Clinic Review - DHP2 47508438

0.40 credits

Dental

$69.00

This course provides a review of introductory level clinical and treatment sequencing. Topics include infection control protocol practice, peer instrumentation, radiographic application on a manikin, as well as ethical practice in the clinic environment. Learners will participate in components of a timed peer prophy. This course requires successful completion of Dental Hygiene Process 1.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/13/2025 – 08/14/2025	08/13/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 13 – Aug 14 Thursday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	$69.00

Dental Hygiene Clinic Review - DHP3 47508439

0.40 credits

Dental

$69.00

Provides a review of advanced level clinical and treatment sequencing. Topics include infection control protocol practice, peer instrumentation, radiographic application on a manikin, previous course content review, as well as ethical practice in the clinic environment. Learners will participate in a timed peer prophy. This course requires successful completion of Dental Hygiene Process 2.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/13/2025 – 08/14/2025	08/13/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 13 – Aug 14 Thursday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Debra Koziel	$69.00

Dental Assistant Professional 31508307

1.00 credits

Dental

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 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	View Rates

Periodontology 10508108

3.00 credits

Dental

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.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) 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.

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 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Aug 25 – Dec 16 Monday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM 1031 - Dental Lab - 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

General & Oral Pathology 10508111

3.00 credits

Dental

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.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Aleena Lepak	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.

2 Course Sections

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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#02CC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM Colby Community College - Kansas - Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

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	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 8 – Dec 15 Monday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tanya Ponik	View Rates
#02CC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Sep 8 – Dec 15 Monday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM Colby Community College - Kansas - Tanya Ponik	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 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Debra Koziel	View Rates

Dental Materials 10508113

2.00 credits

Dental

Prepares dental auxiliary students to handle and prepare dental materials such as liners, bases, cements, amalgam, resin restorative materials, gypsum products and impression materials. They also learn to take alginate impressions on manikins and clean removable appliances. This course is aligned to serve students in the Dental Hygienist Associate Degree and Dental Assistant Technical Diploma programs.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03CC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Aleena Lepak	View Rates
#01DH Fall	Open	08/28/2025 – 12/11/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 28 – Dec 11 Thursday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM 1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Aleena Lepak Aug 28 – Dec 11 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM 1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Aleena Lepak	View Rates
#02DA Fall	Open	08/28/2025 – 12/11/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 28 – Dec 11 Thursday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM 1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Aleena Lepak	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 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	Open	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 Oct 7 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM 4036 - 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

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 & General Anatomy 31508304

2.00 credits

Dental

Prepares dental assistant students to apply fundamentals of general and dental anatomy to informed decision-making and to professional communication with colleagues and patients.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DA Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/11/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	ZOOM Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Nov 16 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM ZOOM Susan Pernsteiner Oct 23 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Oct 30 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM ZOOM Susan Pernsteiner Nov 6 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Nov 13 – Dec 11 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM ZOOM 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.

2 Course Sections

EFDA Preventative Procedures 10508122

1.00 credits

Dental

Examine the role of the Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary in Wisconsin. Learn how to provide preventative procedures performed by the EFDA including coronal polishing and application of topical fluoride, fluoride varnish, or similar dental topical agents.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/29/2025 – 09/19/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 29 Friday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Sep 4 Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Sep 19 Friday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	View Rates

EFDA Dental Procedures 10508121

3.00 credits

Dental

Learn how to perform the placement and finishing of restorative materials after the dentist prepares a tooth for restoration. Includes the application of sealants and temporizations.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	09/18/2025 – 11/07/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 18 – Nov 7 Friday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Sep 18 – Nov 7 Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	View Rates

EFDA Prosthodontic Procedures 10508123

2.00 credits

Dental

Learn how to perform dental prosthodontic procedures including adjustment of dentures and other removable oral appliances, impressions, packing cord, and removal of sutures and dressings.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/14/2025 – 12/12/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 14 – Dec 12 Friday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	View Rates