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December 1, 24

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Overview

The Dental Board of California requires unlicensed dental professionals in the State of California to complete an Infection Control certification course. If you are in need of a new or renewal Certification in Infection Control (CIC), The Howard Healthcare Academy offers our Infection Control for Dental Assistants courses.

Choose from

  • 8-Hour Infection Control (CIC) certification course
  • 2 Hour Infection Control Course for certification renewals

8-Hour Infection Control Course

What is the 8-Hour Infection Control certification course?

The Howard Healthcare Academy Infection Control for dental assistants training course provides certification in infection control in the dental field. The class allows you to understand the importance of infection control in a dental office and provides you with certification that makes you eligible to work in a dental office.

What will you learn in our Infection Control for dental assistant class?

This course introduces infection and biohazard control procedures necessary for the safe practice of dentistry. Topics include microbiology, chemical disinfectants, infectious diseases, OSHA standards, and applicable State laws. Students practice aseptic techniques and universal precautions, and will process and sterilize instruments.

Our 8-Hour dental Infection Control certification class covers a variety of infection control topics, and overall student learning outcomes are to:

  • Identify different types of microorganisms and the methods of disease transmission in a dental office
  • Explain and perform disinfection and sterilization techniques using the seven steps in processing
  • Identify the regulatory and advisory agencies
  • Explain OSHA standards and universal precautions
  • Identify common methods of personal protection against chemical exposure
  • List the factors in bacterial contamination of dental unit water

Upon successful completion of our 8-Hour Infection Control class, you will receive a certification that will remain valid for five years from the date of completion.

Can the 8-Hour Infection Control certification class be taken online?

The 8-Hour Infection Control class requires eight hours to complete. It consists of a four-hour lecture which is completed online and a four-hour lab session must be completed on campus at our Kearny Mesa campus location in San Diego.

Why enroll in the Howard Healthcare Academy 8-Hour Infection Control class?

Our 8-Hour Infection Control class stands out for many reasons, including:

  • Unparalleled Training — We offer a learning environment that combines hands-on lessons and classroom training, ensuring you can understand the ins and outs of infection control in a dental office.
  • Immense Flexibility — We offer a flexible class schedule for your convenience, enabling you to participate in a course that ensures you won’t need to reshuffle your day-to-day activities.
  • Professional Staff — We employ experienced dental professionals as instructors, allowing you to receive expert assistance at all times.
  • High-End Technology — Our class provides immediate access to the latest dental technologies, making it easier for you to gain real-world experience.

Find out more about our 8-Hour Infection Control course by calling (619) ACADEMY (619-222-3369), or emailing info@howardacademy.edu.

The Howard Healthcare Academy is your best option for gaining additional dental assistance certifications, and a wide range of standalone programs to complete your dental professional profile.

Complete your 8-Hour Infection Control certification at Howard Healthcare Academy.

Contact an Admissions Rep

info@HowardAcademy.edu

 

2-Hour Infection Control Course

What is the 2-Hour Infection Control CEU course?

This 2-Hour Infection Control course meets the mandate for license renewal of all California dental license holders and is Dental Board of California approved. This 2-hour class is the dental Infection Control course required for license renewal for:

  • Orthodontic assistants (OAs)
  • Registered dental assistants (RDAs)
  • Registered Dental Assistants in Extended Functions (RDAEFs)
  • Registered Dental Hygienists (RDHs)
  • Dentists (DDS)

We offer our 2-Hour infection control course online. In the class students will learn to:

Create and implement infection control, sterilization, and housekeeping protocols for dental facilities. Identify the levels of disinfection, sterilization requirements, and differences in the validation of products. Describe and implement minimum standards for infection control within dental practices.

Upon successful completion of the infection control certification online course, participants will receive two continuing education credits. Participants will have 30 days from the date of purchase to complete all coursework and will be eligible for a certificate of completion. Also, this certification must be renewed every two years.

Why enroll in the Howard Healthcare Academy 2-Hour Infection Control course?

Howard Healthcare Academy remains a premier provider of the 2-Hour Infection Control course. We offer an unsurpassed learning experience that you simply won’t find elsewhere. Reasons to choose Howard Healthcare Academy include:

  • Flexible Class Schedule — We’ll enable you to enroll in a 2-Hour Infection Control course that fits your schedule, regardless of your work and personal commitments.
  • Experienced Instructors — Our courteous instructors are dental professionals who are happy to respond to your concerns and queries at any time.
  • Offered Online — This class is offered online in the convenience of your home.

Find out more about our 2-Hour Infection Control courses by calling (619) ACADEMY (619-222-3369), or emailing info@howardacademy.edu

The Howard Healthcare Academy is your best option for gaining additional dental assistance certifications, and a wide range of standalone programs to complete your dental professional profile.

Complete your 2-Hour Infection Control certification at Howard Healthcare Academy.

Contact an Admissions Rep

info@HowardAcademy.edu

Find out more about our 2-Hour Infection Control courses by calling (619) ACADEMY (619-222-3369), or emailing info@howardacademy.edu.

The Howard Healthcare Academy is your best option for gaining additional dental assistance certifications, and a wide range of standalone programs to complete your dental professional profile.

Complete your 2-Hour Infection Control certification at Howard Healthcare Academy.

Howard Healthcare Academy is your best option for earning additional dental assistance certifications. We offer a wide range of standalone programs to complete your dental professional profile.
Start your registered dental assistant in extended functions certification at Howard Healthcare Academy today!

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