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HEALTH
CARE PROGRAMS
DENTAL HYGIENE
PROGRAM CODE: DH3100
(Program under Ministry renewal, for details contact info@huroncollege.ca)
Duration:
Three semesters – 76 weeks
Teaching
Method: Instructor-led and practical
Admission
requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or 12th
Grade (equivalent or Higher) with Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
and English and College Entrance Test (No fee)
- Must be fluent in English
- ESL Medical is a prerequisite to International
students without TOEFL or IELTS scores
Foreign trained dentists and Dental Assistant
graduates are given preference and exempted from the Entrance test requirement
but must provide the copies of their credentials at the time of the
application.
Other
requirements:
- Standard Current First Aid and Level C CPR
Certification (must remain current throughout the program)
- Hepatitis B & C immunization is required
- Medical doctor's certification of current
health condition
- Police check (clearance) of criminal record
- Immunization status must be up to date
Objective: The philosophy of
the Dental Hygiene Program at the College is one of commitment to the
education of oral health professionals who are capable of integrating
educational, clinical and individual services that support and promote
the total health of the patient as well as optimal oral health. The facilities
offer a good environment for basic science and pre-clinical instruction,
laboratory and clinical experiences. Faculty are dedicated to excellence,
sensitive to the depth of the curriculum offered, offer a wide range of
professional experiences, and attempt to establish an atmosphere of respect
and understanding with students. The program goals require that students
provide appropriate treatment of oral diseases, apply the scientific principles
and an analytic approach to all aspects of dental hygiene practice, act
as an integral member of the health team, communicate effectively with
patients and colleagues and demonstrate skills necessary to enhance continued
professional development.
SEMESTER 1
Modules:
DH 101 General Anatomy
and Physiology
DH 102 Dental Material
DH 103 Microbiology
DH 104 Dental and Orofacial Anatomy Histology and Embryology
DH 105 Computer Applications and Office Management
DH 106 Pharmacology
DH 107 Preclinical Dental Hygiene
SEMESTER 2
Modules:
DH
201 General and Oral Pathology
DH 202 Nutrition
DH 203 Radiography
DH 204 Public Dental Health
DH 205 Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice
DH 206 Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist
DH 207 Pre clinical Dental Hygiene
II
SEMESTER 3
Modules:
DH
301 Patient Psychology, Relations, Effective Communication and Client
Care
DH 302 Special Needs Client
DH 303 Professional Practice and Ethical Considerations
DH 304 Case Presentation and Interpretation
DH 305 Clinical Practice 1
DH 306 Clinical Practice including Externship nars
Career Opportunities: Graduates
must successfully complete the National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination
to be eligible for registration by the College of Dental Hygienists of
Ontario. As a licensed Dental Hygienist, graduates may find employment
in general and specialty dental practices. In addition, there are numerous
opportunities to practice in hospitals, public health units, community
health clinics, collective living centres, research, industry and educational
institutions. Dental Hygienists have an extremely high rate of employment
and/or self- employment opportunities with an average earning of $33.00
per hour. The Dental Hygiene profession has been known to be desirable
due to flexible hours and the many part-time and full-time career opportunities
available. The successful graduates of this program may be employed as
a Dental Hygienist in Dental offices/clinics/ laboratories, Specialty
Dental offices and/or clinics (i.e. Periodontics, Orthodontics, Pedodontics,
Prosthodontics and Endodontics), Dental Hygiene offices and/or clinics,
Hospitals, Public Health Departments, Community health settings, Research,
Educational Institutions, Sales and Marketing, Administration, and Private
Consulting.
Relevant Information: The College
of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) is the regulatory body for Dental
Hygiene in the Province of Ontario. In order to practice Dental Hygiene
in the Province of Ontario, a person must be registered with the CDHO.
The practice of Dental Hygiene is regulated under the Regulated Health
Professions Act, 1991 and the Dental Hygiene Act, 1991.
Huron College of Management,
Technology and Health Care's Dental Hygiene Program is not accredited
by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC). Graduates
of this program must apply to the National Dental Hygiene Certification
Board (NDHCB) and the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO).
Graduates of this program must write and pass the NDHCE (National Dental
Hygiene Certification Examination).
Graduates are also required
to take a provincial clinical competency assessment in addition to the
NDHCE. Students are responsible for contacting the National Dental Hygiene
Certification Board and College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)
to find out the details with respect to writing the NDHCE and registering
with the CDHO.
Applicants with Foreign
Credentials: Applicants who have graduated from high school and/or
a post-secondary institution in a foreign country are required to have
their diplomas evaluated on a course-by-course basis by the World
Education Services to determine if their foreign education
is equivalent to an OSSD and courses taken are equivalent to the above
requirements. All applicable fees associated with the World Education
Services are the responsibility of the applicant. Applicants must arrange
to have copies of the evaluation forwarded to Huron College of Management,
Technology and Health Care directly from World Education Services by the
required deadlines.
DENTAL OFFICE
AND CHAIR SIDE ASSISTANT PROGRAM CODE: DO3100
Duration:
Two semesters – 38 weeks
Teaching
Method: Instructor-led and practical with co-op
Admission
requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or 12th
Grade (equivalent or Higher) with Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
and English
- Fluency in English
- An entrance assessment and interview may be
required for mature students
- ESL Medical is a prerequisite to International
students without TOEFL or IELTS scores
Clinical
placement requirements:
- Standard Current First Aid and Level C CPR
Certification (must remain current throughout the program)
- Hepatitis B & C immunization is required
- Medical doctor's certification of current
health condition
- Police check (clearance) of criminal record
- Immunization status must be up to date
Objective: The Dental Assistant
is a vital member of the dental team, performing duties under the personal
supervision of a dentist. Responsibilities are varied to help increase
the dentist's service to patients. Our goal is to prepare a graduate
who will be competent and confident in performing the skills of a Dental
Assistant which include; assisting dentists with extra-oral procedures;
educating patients about dental health, take and develop X-rays, as
well as many other delegated duties.
SEMESTER 1
Modules:
DO 101 Intro to Dental
Assisting
DO 102 Basic Dental Assisting
DO 103 Dental Reception
DO 104 Dental Professionalism
DO 105 Pharmacology and Medical Emergencies
DO 106 Anatomy and Physiology
DO 107 Patient Assessment
SEMESTER 2
Modules:
DO 201 Patient Care
DO 202 Lab Procedures
DO 203 Dental Radiography
DO 204 Restorative Assisting
DO 205 Dental Specialties
DO 206 Preventive Dentistry
DO 207 Microbiology
DO 208 Practicum
DO 209 Job Search
Career Opportunities: The successful
graduates of this program may be employed as Dental Assistants in Dental
laboratories/clinics, Endodontist clinics, Hospitals, Public Health
units, Dental offices, or Periodontic clinics.
PERSONAL SUPPORT
WORKER PROGRAM CODE: SW3100
Duration:
Two semesters – 32 weeks
Teaching
Method: Instructor-led and practical with co-op
Admission
requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or
12th Grade (equivalent or Higher) with Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
and English
- Fluency in English
- An entrance assessment and interview may be
required for mature students
- ESL Medical is a prerequisite to International
students without TOEFL or IELTS scores
Clinical
placement requirements:
- Standard Current First Aid and Level C CPR
Certification (must remain current throughout the program)
- Hepatitis B & C immunization is required
- Medical doctor's certification of current
health condition
- Police check (clearance) of criminal record
- Immunization status must be up to date
Objective: The goal of this career
program is to help individuals master the personal and occupational
skills required to care for people living at long-term care facilities,
hospitals, client's home, the consumer/client workplace and congregate
housing facilities. The Personal Support Worker Program was developed
as part of the Government's plan to reform long-term care and support
services. Long-term care and support workers form the backbone of
community and facility services.
SEMESTER 1
Modules:
SW 101 Individuality
of the Person
SW 102 Role of PSW
SW 103 Interpersonal Skills
SW 104 Safety
SW 105 Assisting a Person with Mobility
SW 106 Abuse
SW 201 Household Management & Meal Preparation
SEMESTER 2
Modules:
SW 201 Optimal
Support and Care Planning
SW 202 Personal Hygiene
SW 203 Assisting the Family
SW 204 Cognitive Impairment & Mental Health Issues
SW 205 Assisting to Manage Ongoing Conditions
SW 206 Assisting with Medications
SW 207 Assisting a Person Who is dying
Career Opportunities: The aging
baby boomers and the increase in life expectancy has created the demand
for Personal Support Workers in hospitals, long term care facilities,
old age homes, client's homes, and congregate housing facilities.
EARLY CHILDCARE
ASSISTANT PROGRAM CODE: EC3100
Duration:
Two semesters – 36 weeks
Teaching
Method: Instructor-led and practical with co-op
Admission
requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
or 12th Grade (equivalent or Higher) with Chemistry, Biology,
Mathematics and English
- Fluency in English
- An entrance assessment and interview may
be required for mature students
- ESL Medical is a prerequisite to International
students without TOEFL or IELTS scores
Clinical
placement requirements:
- Standard Current First Aid and Level C
CPR Certification (must remain current throughout the program)
- Hepatitis B & C immunization is required
- Medical doctor's certification of current
health condition
- Police check (clearance) of criminal record
- Immunization status must be up to date
Objective: The Early Childhood
Assistant program is the foundation stone for a challenging and
rewarding career in the field of early child care and education.
Early years of childhood are a time of rapid intellectual, social,
emotional and physical development. The education and experience
children undergo during this stage helps in stimulating their physical,
intellectual and emotional growth. It is at this stage that the
role of early childcare professionals becomes all the more crucial.
They play a positive interventionist role in creating a milieu that
helps in nurturing children's all round growth.
SEMESTER 1
Modules:
EC 101 Achieving
Goals
EC 102 Early childhood education: Approaches & Practices
EC 103 Child guidance and multi cultural perspective
EC 104 Communication
EC 105 Computer Skills & Application
EC 106 Observing & Recording Children's behavior
SEMESTER 2
Modules:
EC 201 Child
Development & Children with special needs
EC 202 Program Planning
EC 203 Nutrition, Health & Safety
EC 204 Creative Acts & Play
EC 205 First Aid/CPR
EC 206 Job Search & Marketing Guides
EC 207 Clinical placement
Career Opportunities: Never before
have there been more job opportunities in this field. Early Childcare
Assistants are employed in Public or Private schools, daycare centers,
in-home childcare, and nursery schools.
LIVE-IN-CAREGIVER
/ NANNY PROGRAM CODE: CG3100
Duration:
Two semesters – 25 weeks
Teaching
Method: Instructor-led
Admission
requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
or 12th Grade or equivalent or Higher
- Medium fluency of English language required
(Must be able to read, write and follow the class)
- An entrance assessment and interview may
be required for mature students
Objective: This unique program
aims at equipping the Caregivers / Nannies with the skills demanded
by the employers. Care givers / Nannies care for children, sick
and elderly on an ongoing or short-term basis at home or in the
homes as Live in Care givers / Nannies. They are usually self-employed
or may be employed by babysitting agencies or senior care homes.
Nannies care for children in the employer's residence and provide
for their health and physical and social development. Parent's
helpers assist parent with child-care and household duties. Nannies
and parent's helpers are employed by private households, where
they may also reside. They play a supportive role to the parents
with kids or become personal attendants to the sick and elderly.
SEMESTER 1
Modules:
SW 101 Individuality
of a Person
SW 102 Role of the Worker
EC 104 Communication
SW 103 Interpersonal Skills
SW 104 Safety
SW 105 Assisting a Person with Mobility
SW 106 Abuse EC 203 Nutrition, Health & Safety
SEMESTER 2
Modules:
SW 201 Household
Management and Meal Preparation
EC 105 Computer skills and Application
EC 103 Child Guidance and Multicultural Perspective
EC 106 Observing & Recording Child Behavior
EC 201 Child Development & Children with Special Needs
EC 202 Program Planning
EC 204 Creative Acts and Play
EC 205 First Aid/CPR
EC 206 Job search & Marketing
Career Opportunities: With most
couples working at their jobs and the aging baby boomer generation,
the opportunities and the need for Care givers / Nannies has been
growing over the past few years. Never before have there been
more job opportunities in this field. Care givers / Nannies are
employed as babysitters, child caregivers, private home child-care
provider, private home live-in caregiver, nannies and as Parent's
helpers.
ESL Medical
ESL
medical is a prerequisite to International students without
TOEFL or IELTS scores. The English language study is designed
to prepare International students to meet the standard necessary
for their chosen program in writing technical papers, lecture
note taking, reading academic materials and making presentations.
Students also acquire the following skills:
- Gain a solid foundation in medical
language
- Explore body system dynamics
-
Learn disease terms & Master proper
pronunciation
- Study of word elements (prefixes,
suffixes and roots), terms in anatomy and physiology,
selected diseases, symptoms, procedures, x-ray and laboratory
tests in common usage, and commonly used abbreviations
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