CCOG for DH 252 Fall 2024


Course Number:
DH 252
Course Title:
Community Oral Health II
Credit Hours:
1
Lecture Hours:
10
Lecture/Lab Hours:
0
Lab Hours:
0

Course Description

Continues discussing the fundamentals of community oral health, and strategies for improving oral health outcomes in diverse populations. Covers topics including community needs assessment, program planning, and specific target populations in preparation for student-designed community outreach projects.

Intended Outcomes for the course

Upon successful completion of the course students should be able to:

  1. Discuss disparities in oral health as it relates to vulnerable populations.
  2. Design and plan an oral health program for a community population.
  3. Explore communication styles with various populations, with an emphasis on cultural competence.

Outcome Assessment Strategies

Quizzes

Written progress report on the program developed by the student for a community population

Comprehensive final examination