DHY 260 - Community Dental Health (2 Credit Hours)
Offered in Winter Terms (1-1-0)
This course develops the knowledge and skills necessary for planning, delivering, and evaluating community-based oral health initiatives. Students will assess the oral health needs of diverse populations, identify influencing social and cultural determinants, and design evidence-based strategies to improve outcomes. Emphasis is placed on program planning, implementation, and evaluation in non-traditional and public health settings. Students will apply professional communication, ethical decision-making, and cultural competence while engaging with community partners. Participation may require evening, weekend, or holiday commitments for outreach events or service-learning experiences.
Prerequisite (s): DHY 220, DHY 240, DHY 241, DHY 250
Co-requisite (s): DHY 232, DHY 245, DHY 246, DHY 270
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