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VCU School of Dentistry. Preceptorship Programs Kim T. Isringhausen, Director. What is a Preceptorship?. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
VCU School of Dentistry
Preceptorship Programs
Kim T. Isringhausen, Director
What is a Preceptorship?
• An educational program designed to give the professionally trained student experience outside the academic environment working with a licensed dental professional or other advisory supervisors.
Purpose:• Provide opportunities for dental and
dental hygiene students to develop skills for treating underserved populations and to develop into culturally competent oral health care professionals.
• Recruit more low-income and under-represented minorities to the dental profession.
“Interested Friends”• Dental Education
– Reduce operating cost for dental education
– Increase means to provide care for those with limited access and financial means
– Adds flexibility and student-friendliness to dental / dental hygiene curriculums
• Preceptor Sites– Increase access to
care for those who otherwise may not be able to obtain it
– Expand and enhance VCU presence in and long-term commitment to the area
– Establish a pipeline for the recruitment of young dentists to fill workforce vacancies
How does it Work?• Selection Criteria• Mutual Responsibilities • Responsibilities of the University• Responsibilities of the Community
Site• Responsibilities of the Student
And, aah yes, . . . .
The Paperwork!
• Affiliation Agreement• Adjunct Faculty Appointment