DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM (LEVELS I AND II) (S113)

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1 DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM (LEVELS I AND II) (S113) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) S113 School of Dental Health Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 1 year (2 semesters), September to May TUITION $5, * ADDITIONAL COST There will be additional costs to the program including textbooks, appropriate laboratory/clinical attire and personal protective equipment. There is a refundable rental fee for some equipment on loan to the student. STARTING MONTH September CERTIFICATION Ontario College Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. Fees for this program will be adjusted to include a 3rd semester tuition upon final approval from MTCU. International students: Visit the International Fees and Related Costs 2 page for more information. Dental Assisting is a one-year program that helps students develop the skills, technical knowledge and clinical experience necessary to work as a certified dental assistant (Levels I and II). Students learn how to be professional, ethical and work in a collaborative manner in a variety of settings. Dental Assistants promote oral health by providing: direct client care chairside assistance dental education Students in the program receive experience in: chairside procedures providing client care infection control safety protocols management of client records Learning takes place alongside students in the Dental Hygiene 3 and Restorative Dental Hygiene 4 programs in our on-site WAVE Dental Clinic 5. The Dental Assisting program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada. Upon completion of the program, the graduate is eligible as a candidate for the National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) examination. Successful completion of the examination is necessary to be eligible to work as a Level II Dental Assistant in the Province of Ontario. FIELD STUDY OPTIONS This program has a field placement component that provides students with valuable experience in places such as: the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry private practice dental offices public health units teaching hospitals PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES Program standards apply to all similar programs of instruction offered by colleges across the province. Each program standard for a postsecondary program of instruction includes the following elements: Vocational standard (the vocationally specific learning outcomes which apply to the program in question), Essential employability skills (the essential employability skills learning outcomes which apply to all programs of instruction), and General education requirement (the requirement for general education in postsecondary programs of instruction). The vocational and essential employability skills 6 components of program standards are expressed in terms of learning outcomes. Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved and verified. View standards and outcomes 7 by program. Source: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities website 8 REQUIRED COURSES The Dental Assisting Program is waiting for final approval from MTCU as a 3 semester certificate program from September to August. All courses are currently under review.

2 YOUR CAREER Graduates may apply for certification with the Ontario Dental Assistants Association following successful completion of the National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) examination to be eligible to work as a Level II Dental Assistant in Ontario. Graduates find employment in: private practice public health services hospitals the dental industry ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and the selection criteria outlined below. Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent** Grade 12 English (C or U) - A grade of 60 or Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U) - A grade of 60 or Grade 11 Biology (C or U) or Grade 12 (U) - A grade of 60 or ** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older) - Mature applicants are eligible to test for Mathematics, Science and English. Course Exemptions: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. International students: Visit the International Admissions 9 page for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR S113 Pre-placement Health Form Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR S113 (SECOND SEMESTER) This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered "vulnerable persons" under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for "individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s)". Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a "clear" police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a "not clear" status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at CONTACT US Contact the Dental Assisting Levels I and II Program Coordinator, Grace Iannucci by at giannucc@georgebrown.ca. For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program. Police Vulnerable Sector Check (must be valid annually) In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months.

3 DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM (S124) (PREVIOUSLY S112) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Dental Hygiene S124 School of Dental Health Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 6 semesters TUITION $19, * ADDITIONAL COST There will be additional costs to the program in each year of study, including textbooks, appropriate laboratory/clinical attire and personal protective equipment. There is a refundable rental fee for some equipment on loan to the student. STARTING MONTH September CERTIFICATION Ontario College Advanced Diploma YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the three semesters of programs starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. This program does not accept International students. The Dental Hygiene program prepares students to practice as primary oral health-care providers. The program focuses on applying the dental hygiene process of care while developing interprofessionalism, client-centred care and interpersonal communication skills. Emphasis is placed on preparing students to function effectively within a collaborative dental team that includes: the client the community other health-care providers Students evaluate the care provided by delineating short-term and longterm goals and employing strategies for continued care. The Dental Hygiene program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada. Graduates of this program are eligible as a candidate for the National Dental Hygiene CertificationExamination. Successful completion is a requirement for registration by the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario to practice in the province. FIELD STUDY OPTIONS This program offers a field placement component that provides students with the opportunity to participate in various health-care settings in the community. These include: Toronto Public Health Department teaching hospitals community health centres PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES Program standards apply to all similar programs of instruction offered by colleges across the province. Each program standard for a postsecondary program of instruction includes the following elements: Vocational standard (the vocationally specific learning outcomes which apply to the program in question), Essential employability skills (the essential employability skills learning outcomes which apply to all programs of instruction), and General education requirement (the requirement for general education in postsecondary programs of instruction). The vocational and essential employability skills 2 components of program standards are expressed in terms of learning outcomes. Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved and verified. View standards and outcomes 3 by program. Source: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities website 4 PART TIME STUDY OPTIONS Please note this program does not have a part time study option. Dental Hygienists who are registered in the province of Ontario and wish to take further part-time studies may visit the Continuing Education Course Guide at coned.georgebrown.ca.

4 REQUIRED COURSES SEMESTER 1 ANAT1058 Head/Neck Anatomy for Dental Hygiene BIOL1024 Human Anatomy and Physiology I BIOL1034 Microbiology and Infection Control DENT1060 Dental Hygiene Principles I DENT1062 Clinic I: Pre-Clinic DENT1126 Dental Radiography I for the Dental Hygienist DENT1124 Introduction to the Profession of Dental Hygiene GNED General Education Elective COMM1003 English Skills or COMM1007 College English SEMESTER 2 DENT1061 Dental Hygiene Principles II DENT1062 Clinic I: Pre-Clinic DENT1127 Dental Radiography II for the Dental Hygienist DENT1066 Dental Materials DENT1093 Dental Anatomy for Dental Hygiene DENT1129 Oral Histology and Embryology BIOL1044 Human Anatomy and Physiology II GSSC 1053 Future of Health Care in Canada COMM1007 College English (if necessary) SEMESTER 3 DENT1119 Dental Materials Specialties DENT1069 Introduction to Periodontics DENT1063 Clinic II: Transition Clinic PHAR 1010 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I HLTH1016 Introduction to Community Health NUTR1020 Nutritional Counselling for the Dental Hygienist SEMESTER 4 DENT2031 Oral Pathology for the Dental Hygienist DENT2021 Advanced Periodontics DENT2044 Oral Epidemiology DENT2017 Dental Hygiene Principles III DENT2018 Clinic III: Client Care HLTH2040 Health Promotion PHAR2004 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology III GSSC 1057 Life Span Development SEMESTER 5 DENT2029 DENT2019 DENT2045 DENT2022 DENT2046 DENT3030 DENT 2049 GNED SEMESTER 6 DENT2047 ELECTIVES Community Field Practicum Clinic IV: Advanced Client Care Ethics and Jurisprudence Orthodontics for the Dental Hygienist Dental Hygiene Practice Management Comprehensive Case Studies in Dental Hygiene Health Policy General Education Elective Consolidation Clinic * Additional electives need to be taken throughout the program. YOUR CAREER Graduates of this program are eligible as a candidate for the National Dental Hygiene CertificationExamination. Successful completion is a requirement for registration by the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario to practice in the province. Dental hygienists are members of a self-regulated health profession. Dental hygiene practice settings include: private practice community health services hospitals teaching institutions collective living centres research the dental industry FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS There are opportunities to complete a baccalaureate degree program at other institutions following completion of the diploma program. For information on future study options, see ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below. Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent** Grade 12 English (C or U) - A grade of 70 or Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U) - A grade of 60 or Grade 11 Biology (C or U) or Grade 12 (U) - A grade of 70 or Grade 11 Chemistry or Physics (U) or Grade 12 Chemistry or Physics (C or U) - A grade of 60 or Please note: Mature applicants are eligible to test for English only.

5 ** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older) Course Exemptions: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR S124 Pre-placement Health Form Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR S124 (SECOND YEAR) LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program. Police Vulnerable Sector Check (must be valid annually) In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered "vulnerable persons" under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for "individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s)". Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a "clear" police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a "not clear" status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at CONTACT US Contact the Dental Hygiene Program Coordinator, Catherine Ranson by at cranson@georgebrown.ca. For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance

6 DENTAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM (S100) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Dental Technology S100 School of Dental Health Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 3 years (6 semesters) TUITION $7, * ADDITIONAL COST There will be additional costs to the program in each year of study, including textbooks, appropriate laboratory attire and personal protective equipment. There is a refundable rental fee for some equipment on loan to the student. STARTING MONTH September CERTIFICATION Ontario College Advanced Diploma YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. Please note: This program does not accept International students. The Dental Technology program prepares students to practice in the field of dental technology and to work as part of an interdisciplinary health care team. Dental Technologists make a major contribution to the practice of dentistry. They are involved in the design, fabrication and alteration of dental prosthetic, restorative and orthodontic devices as prescribed by the regulated dental practitioner. These devices include: full dentures partial dentures crowns bridges implant related restorations orthodontic appliances other specialty items Dental Technologists practice in a dental laboratory. The curriculum is academic and laboratory based with a strong emphasis on applied learning in a laboratory setting. This program is unique in Ontario. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum). View Program Descriptions 2 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 3 REQUIRED COURSES SEMESTER 1 ANAT1010 Functional Anatomy ANAT1038 Head and Neck Anatomy DENT1026 Complete Denture Construction I DENT1028 Dental Lab Materials I DENT1030 Orthodontics I DENT1083 Lab Safety and Equipment COMM1003 English Skills or COMM1007 College English GNED General Education Elective FIELD STUDY OPTIONS This program has a field placement component which provides students with the opportunity to relate their education to the practice of Dental Technology while gaining valuable field experience. SEMESTER 2 DENT1014 DENT1015 DENT1092 DENT1128 BIOL1004 COMM1007 GSSC1053 Crown and Bridge I Acrylic Partial Dentures I Complete Denture II Dental Lab Materials II Microbiology and Infection Control College English (if necessary) Future of Health Care in Canada

7 SEMESTER 3 DENT1108 DENT2001 DENT2002 DENT2014 GNED SEMESTER 4 DENT2003 DENT2004 DENT2005 DENT2024 DENT2039 DENT2037 SEMESTER 5 DENT3010 DENT3011 DENT3012 DENT3015 MGMT2012 GHUM3003 SEMESTER 6 DENT3008 DENT3027 DENT3028 YOUR CAREER Cast Partial Dentures I Complete Denture III Crown and Bridge II Orthodontics II General Education Elective Crown and Bridge III Cast Partial Dentures II Complete Denture IV Orthodontics III Oral Pathology for the Dental Technologist Ceramics I Complete and Partial Dentures Crown and Bridge IV Orthodontics IV Ceramics II Applied Management Practice Dental Lab Jurisprudence, Ethics and Professional Responsibilities Specialty Pre-Graduate Lab Experience II Fixed/Removable Implants Field Placement Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to take the provincial registration examination and apply to the College of Dental Technologists of Ontario to obtain a Certificate of Registration, or they may work as assistant under the supervision of a Registered Dental Technologist. Graduates must be registered with the College of Dental Technologists of Ontario in order to supervise the operation of a dental laboratory. Graduates may find employment in dental offices or as sales representatives with dental supply companies. FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS For information on future study options, see ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent** Grade 12 English (C or U) - A grade of 60 or Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U) - A grade of 60 or Grade 11 Biology (C or U) or Grade 12 (U) - A grade of 60 or Grade 11 Chemistry or Physics (U) or Grade 12 Chemistry or Physics (C or U) - A grade of 60 or Testing - Manual dexterity test for qualified applicants only. ** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older) - Mature applicants are eligible to test for Mathematics, Science and English Course Exemptions College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Additional Mandatory Requirements Pre-placement Health Form (for 3 rd year students only) 1. Upon acceptance and confirmation into the program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for this program. This may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. 2. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. 3. Details and to download the mandatory pre-placement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at There is no better place to go for Dental Technology than George Brown College. Drew Ferraro (2000 graduate, Dental Technology) CONTACT US Contact the Dental Technology Program Coordinator, Melanie Liassides by at mliassid@georgebrown.ca. For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program. Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.

8 DENTURISM PROGRAM (S101) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Denturism S101 School of Dental Health Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 3 years (6 semesters) STARTING MONTH September CERTIFICATION Ontario College Advanced Diploma YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 TUITION $17, * ADDITIONAL COST There will be additional costs to the program in each year of study, including textbooks, appropriate laboratory/clinical attire, sundries, and personal protective equipment. There is a refundable rental fee for some equipment on loan to the student. * Amounts listed does not include additional costs it is the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. Please note: This program does not accept International students. The Denturism program prepares students to provide care as independent oral health care professionals. Utilizing the Denturism model of care, students will learn to: assess a client's health history and oral health conditions design a treatment plan take impressions complete procedures to fabricate the construction of removable partial or full dentures Students will also provide services related to: denture repairs relines removable oral devices learn techniques in the fabrication of implant supported dentures through simulation The program consists of a challenging curriculum, including academic, clinical and laboratory skills. Emphasis is placed on interprofessional education, whereby students learn to function within a collaborative oral health-care team. Students are to assume responsibility for ensuring the client base required to participate in the clinical component of the program. Graduates of this program are eligible as a candidate for the provincial licensing examination by the College of Denturists of Ontario. Successful completion of the examination is a requirement to be registered to practice as a Denturist in the province by the College of Denturists of Ontario. Denturism is an accredited program. FIELD STUDY OPTIONS The program has a field placement component that allows students the opportunity to explore various health-care settings and the role of the denturist within the community. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum). View Program Descriptions 2 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 3 REQUIRED COURSES SEMESTER 1 ANAT1038 Head and Neck Anatomy DENT1025 Removable Prosthodontics Preclinical Practice I DENT1040 Complete Denture Prosthodontic Theory I DENT1135 Dental Materials for the Denturist I DENT1105 Infection Prevention and Control I BIOL1008 Human Anatomy and Physiology I COMM1003 English Skills or COMM1007 College English GNED General Education Elective

9 SEMESTER 2 DENT1027 DENT1041 DENT1052 DENT1106 DENT1131 BIOL1011 DENT 1136 COMM1007 GSSC1053 SEMESTER 3 DENT2007 DENT2013 DENT2015 DENT2016 HIST1003 PATH1004 PATH1009 SEMESTER 4 DENT2009 DENT2016 DENT2025 DENT2038 PATH1010 GSSC2027 SEMESTER 5 DENT3004 DENT3020 DENT3021 DENT3026 NUTR1112 DENT 3023 GNED SEMESTER 6 DENT3004 DENT3006 DENT3021 DENT3026 BUS3005 Removable Prosthodontics Preclinical Practice II Complete Denture Prosthodontic Theory II Dental Anatomy Practice/Partial Dentures I Infection Prevention and Control II Human Anatomy and Physiology II Dental Materials for the Denturist II College English (if necessary) Future of Health Care in Canada Practice/Partial Dentures II Radiographic Interpretation Complete Denture Prosthodontic Theory III Removable Prosthodontics Clinical Practice I Periodontology and Embryology Oral Pathology I Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I Practice/Partial Dentures III Removable Prosthodontics Clinical Practice I Complete Denture Prosthodontic Theory IV Oral Pathology II Pathophysiology and Pharmacology II Gerontology Removable Prosthodontics Clinical Practice II Removable Implant Prosthodontics for the Denturist I Removable Prosthodontic Theory and Applications I Community Placement Nutrition Jurisprudence, Ethics and Professional Responsibilities General Education Elective Removable Prosthodontics Clinical Practice II Removable Implant Prosthodontics for the Denturist II Removable Prosthodontic Theory and Applications I Community Placement Managing a Denturist Practice YOUR CAREER Graduates of this program are eligible as a candidate for the provincial licensing examination by the College of Denturists of Ontario. Successful completion of the examination is a requirement to register to practice as a Denturist in the province by the College of Denturists of Ontario. Denturists are members of a self-regulated health-care profession. Denturists practice in various settings, including: private practice community health settings hospitals teaching institutions research innovation facilities the dental industry ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below. Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent** Grade 12 English (C or U) - A grade of 70 or Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U) - A grade of 60 or Grade 11 Biology (C or U) or Grade 12 (U) - A grade of 70 or Grade 11 Chemistry or Physics (U) or Grade 12 Chemistry or Physics (C or U) - A grade of 60 or Testing - Manual dexterity test for qualified applicants only. ** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older) - Mature applicants are eligible to test for Mathematics, Science and English Course Exemptions: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR S101 PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at

10 MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR S101 POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (MUST BE VALID ANNUALLY) In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered "vulnerable persons" under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for "individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s)". Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a "clear" police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a "not clear" status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at CONTACT US Contact the Denturism Program Coordinator, Deepak Naik by at dnaik@georgebrown.ca. For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.

11 RESTORATIVE DENTAL HYGIENE (POSTGRADUATE) PROGRAM (S400) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Restorative Dental Hygiene S400 School of Dental Health Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 2 semesters (27 weeks compressed), September to April TUITION $16,405.00* ADDITIONAL COST There will be additional costs to the program including textbooks, appropriate laboratory/clinical attire and personal protective equipment. There is a refundable rental fee for some equipment on loan to the student. STARTING MONTH September CERTIFICATION Ontario College Graduate Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the two semesters of the program starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. Please note: This program does not accept International students. Applicants must be registered as a Dental Hygienist in the Province of Ontario. Restorative Dental Hygiene is a two-semester program designed for experienced dental hygienists. Students learn how to perform restorative procedures and preventive measures. Applicants must be registered to practice dental hygiene in Ontario and have at least one year of experience as a dental hygienist. In compliance with the standards of practice approved by the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario, students will learn to: place and finish amalgam perform composite and temporary restorations take final impressions cement provisional restorations complete final cementation and bonding of indirect restorations perform orthodontic procedures Learning takes place in co-ordination with Dental Technology 2, Denturism 3 and Dental Assisting 4 students. Students practice various procedures on a manikin, after which they work in our on-site WAVE Dental Clinic 5, performing restorative and cosmetic procedures on clients. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum). View Program Descriptions 6 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 7 REQUIRED COURSES SEMESTER 1 DENT1087 Science of Dental Materials HSTL4001 Advanced Dental Histology and Embryology DENT1086 Pre-Clinical Techniques DENT1085 Occlusion and Bioesthetics SEMESTER 2 DENT1088 DENT1089 DENT1090 DENT1091 Pre-Clinical Techniques II Clinical Techniques Theory Clinical Techniques Practical Field Placement YOUR CAREER Graduates are employed as restorative dental hygienists in: private practice public health services hospitals the dental industry

12 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Ontario Active Certificate as a Dental Hygienist. Minimum of one year of related work experience (employer letter) and resumé. Interview COURSE EXEMPTIONS: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR S400 PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR S400 POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (MUST BE VALID ANNUALLY) In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered "vulnerable persons" under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for "individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s)". Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a "clear" police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a "not clear" status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at "I couldn t think of a better learning facility for the restorative dental hygiene program. The clinical instructors and dentists are extremely knowledgeable and are always there to teach with great pleasure. I am especially thankful to have had such amazing instructors in all aspects of the program. The program co-ordinator did such a great job in putting together quite a complex course, and made it simple and enjoyable for us. In completing the course, I feel comfortable with the knowledge that I now have to go out there in the real world and put my skills to work." Vered Kadashev (2010 graduate, Restorative Dental Hygiene) CONTACT US Contact the Program Co-ordinator, Melissa Crawford at , ext or by at mcrawfor@georgebrown.ca. For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.