Dental hygiene clinic manual

Notification of maintenance activities are electronically posted by the campus IT administrators and available to all Blackboard users well in advance of the scheduled dates. This document details the policies and procedures for students with disabilities at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry.

Academic Dishonesty: Cheating, plagiarism, violating copyright laws and other acts of academic dishonesty are held as serious offenses. Instructors have the responsibility to report any such incident in writing to the Professional Conduct Committee Judicial Board. Professional Conduct Committee Judicial Board. Additionally, students have the responsibility to report such incidents to the Professional Conduct Committee.

Serious penalties may be imposed which, depending on the nature of the incident, could include loss of course points, failure of the course, permanent expulsion from the class, program or college or other action deemed appropriate by the Professional Conduct Committee. Each examination given in the program contains the Professional Conduct Committee Judicial Board policy statement. Each student submitting an examination continues to agree to uphold the policy.

Confidentiality: All student work and grades will be confidential. As with any computer, there is the possibility of an individual hacking into the system and confidential information being obtained. UMB maintains every effort to prevent this from happening. It is your responsibility to reproduce any work required for the course.

Ethical Behavior: Students are expected to operate within the ethical boundaries of their chosen profession. All electronic communication with other classmates and the instructor must be conducted without profanity, bias or discrimination. All coursework must be conducted and turned in by the individual registered for the course.

All work submitted must be original work. Time Commitment: Managing professional course work requires a great deal of self-discipline and time-management skills. Though the course coordinators post their syllabus and other selected course materials in the course management system, Blackboard, in-person and live class times are scheduled to take place during a specific day s and time s of the week.

In addition, there will be scheduled, proctored exams and other scheduled course events listed in the syllabi. The Office of Information Technology will work to assist you but may be unable fix all issues you may be experiencing. If technical problems prevent a student from being able to submit their assignment electronically, they should send an email to the course director to explain the difficulty ASAP.

If students cannot use email, they should call the course director to explain the difficulty. Class Announcements: General announcements or changes to the course will be listed under the Announcements tab of BB for each course.

Specific discussion boards may be designated for student to student use and for student to faculty use. This examination is conducted as a service to the dental hygiene profession with an ultimate goal of helping maintain a high standard of dental hygiene care for the public. Dental hygiene practice, like that of dentistry and other health professions, is subject to individual state laws.

Nearly all states now accept the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination Certificate for the written portion of state licensing examinations. Generally, dental hygiene students take this examination in the spring of their senior year. However, the exam is also offered at other times. Information and application forms will be distributed at the beginning of the spring semester. This examination is given at other sites in August and December.

The Maryland State Practice Act includes the administration of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide. Two additional prometric examinations are required.

The CDCA Local Anesthesia Examination is taken as part of the certification process for dental hygienists to administer local anesthesia; and the CDCA Nitrous Oxide Examination is part of the certification process for dental hygienists to administer nitrous oxide.

Graduate dental hygienists must hold a valid license in the state in which they wish to practice. A separate application must be completed for each state in which the applicant wishes to be licensed. Applications for Maryland will be available to seniors during their last semester of study. Daily Grades For the daily computer grading program, clinical skills are assessed using the following criteria:.

Needs Improvement 75 - Represents an average to minimal level of performance, improvements are necessary. Unacceptable 65 Below 70 -Represents unacceptable level of performance, significant improvements are necessary. Students receive a zero for any incomplete clinic competency and will have one grade deducted from their final course grade for any incomplete skills assessment.

Students have until mid-term of the following semester to complete any remaining competencies from the prior semester. If students do not complete critical competencies e.

The criteria utilized to determine a grade are specified in each course syllabus. Percentage weightings of course components also are listed. The grade point average is the sum of the products of course credits and grade values, divided by the total number of course credits in that year of the curriculum. The available letter grades and corresponding quality point values used for grade-point average calculations are as follows:.

The following grades are used when students withdraw after the beginning of the course: WD - Withdraw: This grade indicates withdrawal during the first half of the course. Information related to the grading criteria for each course is distributed at the onset of the course. All transfer courses, dental hygiene courses and courses taken for institutional credit must be passed with a C grade or better. The B. Traditional Dental Hygiene Program is limited to a two-year enrollment.

Degree Completion Dental Hygiene Program has a limited number of class positions for the one-year and two-year tracks. The M. Egregious behaviors related to professionalism e. Subsequent to dismissal or withdrawal for academic deficiencies, readmission may be sought through reapplication to the Dental Hygiene Program. In order to initiate the readmissions process, the former student shall submit a letter to the Office of Admissions and Career Advancement, requesting readmission to the Dental Hygiene Program, with supporting documents, i.

Students dismissed for violations of the Professional Code of Conduct are ineligible for readmission. Once the letter of application has been processed by the Office of Admission and Career Advancement, the Committee on Dental Hygiene Recruitment and Admissions will consider the student for readmission. Recommendations relative to the readmission will be referred to the Committee on Dental Hygiene Recruitment and Admissions in conjunction with the Office of Admissions and Career Advancement for final decision and notification, including conditions for readmission, where appropriate.

Decisions resulting from due process of this policy are not subject to appeal. Students must register for coursework each semester in order to maintain degree candidacy. The Dental School Office of Academic Affairs distributes specific information about registration prior to registration dates.

Those students who advance register and subsequently decide not to attend must notify both the Dental Hygiene Program and the Office of Academic Affairs prior to the first day of classes. If the Office of Academic Affairs has not been notified by p. Students will be exempt from campus-sponsored health insurance if they present proof of comparable coverage to the Office of Student and Employee Health once each year. If such proof is not received by the Office of Student and Employee Health, the student will be required to pay for the student policy.

Inter-campus registration forms may be obtained from the Office of Academic Affairs. All courses taken at other institutions that are to be used toward graduation requirements must be documented via official transcripts submitted to the Office of the Registrar. Each student must assume responsibility for submitting all necessary transcripts. Any student who does not make payment to the Cashier's Office by the due date may be denied class attendance.

Students will not be permitted to register advance or arena registration if they have outstanding bills. Students who are not officially registered may not be permitted to attend any classes or clinics. Dental Hygiene General Information. Dental Hygiene Policies. Print this page Select a Catalog. Catalog Search. Catalog Home All Catalogs. The Dental Hygiene Programs Degree Completion Baccalaureate Program Degree Completion Baccalaureate Program Degree Completion Baccalaureate Program The degree completion program provides the opportunity for registered dental hygienists who hold a certificate or associate degree to pursue studies leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene.

Curriculum Planning Registered dental hygienists should submit to the degree completion program director transcripts from their dental hygiene program and all other institutions attended, so that transfer credits may be evaluated and a program developed to satisfy remaining requirements. Application and Admission Procedures In addition to meeting the general course requirements, the student applying for admission to the degree completion program at the School of Dentistry must: Be a graduate of a regionally accredited and CODA accredited U.

Be licensed in at least one state in the U. Have a minimum grade point average of 2. Student Expenses Tuition and fees are listed on the Student Accounts website. Graduation Requirements One hundred twenty semester credit hours are required for the Bachelor of Science degree in the degree completion dental hygiene program.

Mission The mission of the University of Maryland School of Dentistry is to improve the quality of life in Maryland through education, research and service related to health, with special emphasis on improving dental, oral and craniofacial health.

Employment Opportunities in Dental Hygiene The majority of dental hygienists are employed in private dental offices. On the basis of progress and final grades, the Committee determines one of the following actions for each student: Unconditional advancement; Remediation; Conditional advancement; Probationary advancement repeat a course, repeat or remediate the year ; or Academic dismissal recommendation to the Faculty Assembly The Faculty Assembly must approve all recommendations pertaining to academic dismissal or graduation.

Student Attendance A student who does not meet published Dental Hygiene attendance policies and Dental Hygiene course standards for attendance may lose the opportunity for remediation.

Appeals A student may appeal the determination of the Dental Hygiene Progression Committee or the Faculty Assembly on the basis of compelling additional information or extenuating circumstances, either of which could not have been previously considered.

Determination Actions Unconditional Advancement Students must achieve a 2. Probationary Advancement for Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene A student receiving a grade below C in any BS course will be on academic probation and is required to remediate if applicable or repeat the course and obtain a passing grade of C or higher. At the discretion of the Dental Hygiene progression committee, students with a final grade of F in one or more courses at the end of the semester: May be permitted to advance on academic probation.

During the probationary semester, the student must remediate if applicable , or repeat all courses in which there was a deficiency to a passing grade of C, achieve a minimum grade point average of 2. Failure to do so will result in dismissal from the Dental Hygiene program subject to discretionary review by the Faculty Assembly.

May be placed on academic probation and assigned to a special academic program where the student may complete the curriculum over additional terms, with special conditions as specified by the Progression Committee if applicable. May be subject to immediate dismissal from the program as determined by the Dental Hygiene Progression Committee and approved by the Faculty Assembly. Academic Dismissal If the Progression Committee determines that probation or remediation will not bring the student to a passing level, immediate dismissal will be recommended to the Faculty Assembly.

Assignment Policy Policy for assignments for dental hygiene courses Please review the policy for assignments for your courses here at BCDS: Adherence to Established Deadlines: Due dates for assignments are posted in each Blackboard course site. Students are responsible for the timely completion of all required coursework. Adherence to established deadlines for all assignments will be reflected in the final course grade. Assignments must be submitted electronically via the Assignment feature in BB.

Assignments should NOT be submitted via e-mail, fax, the digital drop box, nor any other means in BB. Late assignments will not be accepted. Assignments completed in other formats will not be accepted. Grades on assignments will be posted in the gradebook as soon as possible. The student should refer to the course gradebook to determine the grade earned on each assignment.

Attendance Policy Some clinical, classroom and laboratory activities cannot be made up if missed; if missed, students could be unprepared for subsequent experiences. The Division of Dental Hygiene expects students to be present for all mandatory clinics and classes. If a student does not have a patient, options for volunteer blocks are described in clinical course outlines.

To qualify for an excused absence religious holiday, scheduled event , students are required to submit an absence form to their course coordinator within the first 10 days of the semester. If a scheduled examination is missed due to an excused absence, the student MUST take the exam within 24 hours or will receive a zero. For unexpected absences arising after the first 10 days of the semester, students must submit a completed absence form with appropriate documentation verifying the reason for absence such as medical doctor's note, death notices in case of funeral attendance, a government or court summons or other official notification explaining absences that requires verification.

Course specific attendance policies are described in each course syllabus. Dean's List Students who attain a 3. Students are responsible for scheduling meeting rooms. Meetings should be scheduled ahead of time for the entire semester when possible. Fundraising Guidelines All fundraising activities must be approved by the Advisor and the Program Director. Activities Guidelines Students engage in a number of extra-curricular activities such as volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House, the Special Olympics, and school, community or church functions.

The Office of Academic and Student Affairs also must be apprised of such activities. Competencies for Dental Hygiene Graduates Introduction A competency for Dental Hygiene Graduates identifies and organizes the knowledge, skills and attitudes our graduates must attain for entry into dental hygiene practice in all settings.

Competency as an Educational Concept This document has been organized around the concept of "competencies. Organization Domains The general organization of this document and ultimately the curriculum is structured from the general to the more specific. Competencies Within each domain, Competencies are identified. Supporting Skills The more specific abilities could be considered subdivisions of Competencies and are termed Supporting Skills.

Foundational Abilities Foundational abilities are obtained through didactic and laboratory instruction that provide the information and experience needed for satisfactory mastery of Supporting Skills. Summary The worth and practicality of Competencies for Dental Hygiene Graduates depends on its acceptance and application by the faculty responsible for the educational programs of the Division of Dental Hygiene, Department of Periodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore.

Article I - Name and Description Section 1. Section 4. Membership fees are added to tuition costs. Election of Officers Subsection A. Senior officers shall be elected at the April meeting. Subsection C. Election of officers is by simple majority vote. Duties and Responsibilities of Officers Subsection A.

President — senior The President's powers and duties shall be to: conduct executive and business meetings serve as head of the organization serve as Chair of the executive committee serve as representative at SDA executive meetings send a welcoming and informational newsletter to incoming juniors organize and post an agenda for business meetings announce ADHA news items initiate committee assignments and appoint members of all SADHA committees coordinate with class officers the election of representatives to all Standing Committees of the Faculty.

Vice-President — junior The Vice-President's powers and duties shall be to: act as liaison representative to ADHA and MDHA, attending MDHA executive board meetings when possible assist the President, as needed conduct meetings in the absence of the President delegate the responsibility of arranging a photographer and representative for the Mirror in the event the office of Historian is unfilled submit SADHA activities and dates to the campus newspaper serve as co-Chair, with the Treasurer, of the budget and fundraising committee consult as needed with the assigned faculty advisor, and submit an annual report of the activities of the office to the faculty advisor Subsection C.

Treasurer - senior The Treasurer's powers and duties shall be to: keep accurate records of organization's financial status keep accurate records of all SADHA membership dues delegate responsibilities to the treasurer-elect serve as co-Chair with the Vice-President of the budget and fundraising committee consult as needed with the assigned faculty advisor, and submit an annual report of the activities of the office to the faculty advisor.

Subsection D. Secretary — junior The Secretary's powers and duties shall be to: keep accurate minutes of each executive and business meeting post a copy of each business meeting's minutes on SADHA BlackBoard org site keep accurate roster of members' attendance assist other committees in publicizing SADHA fundraisers and events carry on official correspondence as necessary address internal correspondence, as needed consult with assigned faculty advisor as needed, and submit an annual report of the activities of the office to the advisor Subsection E.

Historian-junior The Historian's powers and duties shall be to: attend social functions e. USGA Senators - one junior, one senior The duties of the USGA Senators shall be to: attend the USGA meetings representing the dental hygiene program submit a written report to SADHA President prior to next scheduled business meeting senior senator to be elected at the April meeting; junior senator to be elected at the subsequent October meeting in the event that either of these positions are unfilled, the duty of attending USGA meetings shall fall to the class vice-presidents consult as needed with the assigned faculty advisor and submit an annual report of the activities of the office to the advisor Article VI - Class Officers Section 1.

Rising senior class officers shall be elected at the April class meeting Subsection B. Duties of the senior class President shall be to: conduct individual class meetings representative to the Student Affairs' committee liaison for the class to SADHA by attending executive meetings liaison for the class to the faculty and the dean in the event the office of USGA senator remains unfilled, attend all USGA meetings serve on the Faculty-Alumni Liaison committee assist in coordinating the election of the junior class officers attend annual Faculty Assembly meeting Subsection B.

Duties of the senior class Treasurer shall be to: handle all class financial records and collect dues alternate representative to the Student Affairs' committee representative to the Judicial Board, attending judicial meetings as needed to carry out such other duties as may be assigned by the class President Subsection E. Duties of the junior class Vice-President shall be to: to serve as President at meetings of the class or other class functions in the absence of the Class President to serve as moderator of class fund raising activities to carry out such other duties as may be assigned by the President Subsection G.

Executive Meetings Meetings are held at the discretion of the President and are attended by the following: the executive committee, class officers and the faculty advisor. Request for funds for any dental hygiene activity must first be submitted to the executive committee for consideration and then may be presented to a general meeting for final approval. Pertinent business topics and committee reports are presented to the general membership for consideration, discussion and vote, if applicable.

Business meetings are to be planned and hosted by a minimum of two senior students who shall arrange refreshments and the guest speaker. The guest speaker may be selected with regard to any topic the hostesses feel may interest the general membership, subject to the faculty advisor's approval. Any student may place an item on the agenda by contacting the President at least one day prior to the meeting.

Any items not on the agenda shall be addressed at the end of the meeting, time allowing. Generally, the business meeting will not extend beyond forty-five minutes; the guest speaker's presentation beyond forty-five minutes. Committee Meetings Meetings are to be called by the committee Chair and held on an as needed basis. A report is to be submitted regardless of committee activity.

All committees are to select their own Chairs unless otherwise specified in this constitution. The term "junior" as used here may apply to any two year or three year junior unless the term "clinical junior" is specified. Class Meetings Meetings are to be held at the discretion of the class President and the class. Social Committee Members: shall consist of at least two juniors and two seniors; a senior shall serve as chairperson Duties: shall be responsible for the initiation, planning and carrying-out of various SADHA social activities.

Constitution and By-Laws Committee Members: at least one junior and one senior Duties: to review the constitution annually to ensure its currency and pertinence, and to write any revisions necessary to be approved by the executive committee Section 5.

Duties: to initiate, organize and carry out new junior orientations including, but not limited to, big-little siblings, welcome picnic Section 6. Dental Hygiene Recruitment and Admissions Committee Members: one junior, one senior, and one degree completion student Duties: participate in student selection decisions and assist the dental hygiene faculty in recruitment efforts Section 2.

Dental Hygiene Curriculum Committee Members: one junior, one senior, and one degree completion student Duties: to work with the faculty in reviewing and evaluating and make suggestions for revisions of the academic program. Course Policies Agreement Division of Dental Hygiene University of Maryland School of Dentistry Individuals registering for courses in the dental hygiene program must understand the parameters and constraints of this professional coursework. A cumulative grade point average of 2.

A diploma application must be filed with the Director of Records and Registration, University of Maryland. Baltimore before the stated deadline in order to receive the diploma at Commencement. The National Board examination must be taken online after Spring Maryland State Board Examination Graduate dental hygienists must hold a valid license in the state in which they wish to practice.

Numerical grades for the competencies are entered into the computer using the following scale: Grading Scale A B C F below 70 Classroom Grading Criteria The criteria utilized to determine a grade are specified in each course syllabus. The available letter grades and corresponding quality point values used for grade-point average calculations are as follows: A 4. Traditional, B.

Degree Completion, and M. Dental Hygiene programs have a limited time for enrollment. Continuous semester enrollment is required. The Dental Hygiene Progression Committee reviews student progress at mid-term and semester conclusion and will recommend and report student advancement decisions for approval by the Faculty Council.

Requests for exceptions to the graduation timetables for the BS and MS programs because of interruptions caused by illness or requested leave of absence must be made in written submission delivered to the Dean for Academic Affairs and the Director of the Dental Hygiene Program.

Courses may only be repeated once to obtain a passing grade and a semester and cumulative GPA of 2. Students must attain a cumulative GPA of 2. Students must receive a passing grade of C or higher in all courses applied to earning the Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene including transfer, institutional, and inter- and intra-institutional credits.

If students are unsuccessful, the Dental Hygiene Progression Committee may recommendAcademic Probation with a modified curriculum and repeat of the failed course or student dismissal from the program. The Coastal Bend College Dental Hygiene Program philosophy is to improve the oral health of all people and to empower them to maintain optimum oral health.

The American Dental Association Accreditation Standards for Dental Hygiene Education are the foundation by which the program teaches students to effectively and ethically serve the public as oral health care professionals. The mission of the Coastal Bend College Dental Hygiene Program is to produce ethically qualified dental hygiene graduates who are actively committed to improving the oral health of the public, and can function effectively as health care professionals in a constantly changing society.

The vision of the Coastal Bend College Dental Hygiene Program is a school of well-qualified and demographically represented students and professional educators. Program quality is reflected by high student retention rates and high success rates on licensure examinations. Adequate funding, state-of-the-art equipment, a service-learning relationship with local and surrounding communities, and liaison with other health professionals act to sustain program quality. Prepare students through appropriate academic and clinical education, to be qualified dental professionals.

Provide comprehensive dental hygiene treatment to those communities serviced by the program through a complete, sequential, and fully monitored system of care. Create a positive and rewarding academic environment that facilitates continued growth and enrichment of all students and faculty. Foster opportunities for faculty and student involvement in service activities that are consistent with personal development goals and that promote dentistry as an integral component in the overall health and welfare of the community.

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