CCOG for DH 262 Fall 2026
- Course Number:
- DH 262
- Course Title:
- Career and Practice Management
- Credit Hours:
- 2
- Lecture Hours:
- 20
- Lecture/Lab Hours:
- 0
- Lab Hours:
- 0
Course Description
Covers dental practice management including: productivity, remuneration, risk management, quality assurance and team building skills. Prepares graduates for employment including licensure requirements, professional job application documents, and interviewing techniques. Prerequisites: DH 202. Corequisites: DH 206 and DH 206S.
Intended Outcomes for the course
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Prepare for dental hygiene licensure and employment.
- Discuss the importance of professional development and networking.
- Explore career paths for dental hygienists.
- Explain the role of quality assurance as it relates to patient-centered care.
- Describe the importance of communication and team building.
- Create professional documents for job application.
- Discuss the importance of career and financial planning.
Outcome Assessment Strategies
Quizzes
Cover Letter
Resume
Follow-up Thank You Letter