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We are pleased that you have selected Camosun College as your
educational institution of choice. It is an exciting time to be joining a
profession whose hallmark is the prevention of oral diseases and overall
health promotion. We hope you will enjoy your experience in this quality,
fully accredited program as others have for over 25 years.
Please read and retrain the following important information:
Orientation to the program is Tuesday, September 3rd, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. Location will be announced via email in late August.
Attendance is mandatory to retain your seat in the program.
Welcome to the
Dental Hygiene Program!
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May 2019
We are looking forward to meeting you in September! To help you get off to a good start in the
program, please read this important information and retain a copy for future reference.
The following items must be completed before Orientation Day on September 3, 2019. We
encourage you to make your bookstore purchases in August to avoid long line-ups.
What to do BEFORE the program starts?
A. Camosun College Bookstore
i. Buy your Textbooks (Approximate cost: $1500)
Textbooks are required for the first day of classes Wednesday, September
4th, 2019. We highly recommend visiting the Lansdowne Bookstore between
August 6th and August 30th to avoid the rush. All titles will be confirmed and
available for purchase in store or online.
For more information: http://www.camosuncollegebookstore.ca
ii. Order your name tag (Approximate cost: $20)
Ask for the dental hygiene order form (blue background and white letters) –
only your first name should be on the name tag.
iii. Locker Rental (Approximate cost: $10 per month for 8 months)
Lockers are assigned in the bookstore and you are required to use the lock
already on the locker. Assigned lockers must be in the Dental Building.
iv. Purchase Clinic Attire from Camosun bookstore (Approximate cost:
$200)
Uniforms will be available to order on June 15th. Students are required to
purchase 3 sets of scrubs (tops and bottoms), 2 shirts (to be worn under the
scrub top), and 1 white dental lab coat.
Please click on the link below for more information:
http://www.camosuncollegebookstore.ca/camo/site_about_scrubs.asp
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v. Purchase 2nd Year Clinic Kit (Approximate cost: $3,200)
Second Year Clinic Kit contains ultrasonic unit, inserts, instruments, Kilgore
Model, etc. which you will be using throughout the year.
NOTE: You will also be required to purchase a specific container for your
supplies while at school; more information will be provided on the first day.
B. Review Human Anatomy and Physiology
i. If it has been some time since you have completed your pre-requisite
courses, it will be to your advantage to review human physiology. Current
knowledge of this information is the foundation to the study of
pathophysiology and some of the dental science courses.
C. Ensure that you have completed a Standard First Aid & CPR Course that will
not expire for the duration of the Dental Hygiene Program (April 2021)
Accepted courses include:
i. St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid & CPR - Level C or HCP (Health Care
Provider), and Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR - CPR level C (AED, CPR
for adults and infants)
Proof of completion required on the first day of class. Please bring documentation
with you on Orientation Day.
D. Ensure that you bring the following completed documents with you to the first
day of school.
i. Current Immunization record – see attached document.
ii. Current TB Test results –Proof of completion certificate(s) is required for the
first day of classes. Testing and certification may be obtained from your
physician, health unit, or other authorized provider, such as a travel clinic.
This test involves two visits and can take up to 4 - 6 weeks to schedule, so
plan accordingly.
E. Criminal Record Check (CRC)
Ensure that you have completed your Criminal Record Check (CRC) as directed by
Student Services at Camosun College. Please note this process can take up to 8
weeks so start this process early. More information can be found at:
http://camosun.ca/services/student-records/crc/crc-process.html
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F. Ensure you have basic computer skills
Computer (Microsoft Office) and email skills will not be taught within the program,
however, these are essential skills for students to have. Students without this skill
set will be disadvantaged as email is our main form of communication with students,
outside of class time, and a virtual platform is used for course delivery. Students are
expected to have access to a personal computer throughout the program.
Note: You will be required to provide your personal email address to facilitate
communication with faculty and staff.
What will happen on the first day of classes, during orientation Sept 3rd from 8:00 am –
3:00 pm (location will be announced via email later in August)
A. Welcome to the program and introduction of faculty, staff and others.
B. Program overview
C. Course Packages will be provided using the online learning platform called D2L.
Access to D2L will be provided on the first day for each course and it will become
the students’ responsibility to access each course online for learning purposes.
Students are encouraged to print copies of the course outlines for future reference.
D. The timetable and program dates will be shared for the fall semester.
Classes typically run Monday – Friday; however, there are some evening and
weekend sessions (as much notice as possible will be provided for these). Also note
that students are required to be present up to 30 minutes before and after the
scheduled time for certain classes.
E. Review of clinical attire requirements for the program (please see item iv below for
more details).
F. Brief introduction to the dental clinic.
G. All required documentation (CPR, Immunizations etc.) will be collected.
H. Provide any other information needed by the students and answer any questions.
I. Lansdowne Campus tour.
Clinical attire and arrival
Clinical attire and deportment will be discussed at length the first day during orientation.
Please block off some time to pick up purchased clinical attire items from the bookstore
after orientation. It is expected that students arrive for clinic no later than 15 minutes prior to
the start time. For example, if clinic begins at 8 am, arrival time is 7:45 am.
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What is required for clinical attire and appearance the first week of the program?
A. WorkSafeBC and program approved closed toed shoes,
B. Approved safety glasses (in addition to prescription glasses as needed),
C. Hair must be tied back and off the shoulders,
D. All nail polish and artificial nails must be removed, and nails trimmed short in
preparation for the first clinical session.
E. All jewelry, except stud earrings, removed for clinical sessions,
F. Acceptable attire for the first week is either solid colour scrub tops and bottoms or
black pants (no jeans, yoga pants or leggings) with either a plain white or black t-
shirt (¾ or cap sleeve; no long sleeves permitted).
G. Once your order for Camosun College clinic scrubs arrives, these will be worn during
each clinical session. Uniforms must be freshly laundered and pressed.
Other Information
Camosun offers a number of helpful services and supports for students. For more information,
check out the ‘Student Toolkit – Help Online at http://camosun.ca/services/toolkit/.
Please note that all future correspondence between you and program will be sent by email
only. Please ensure that your email account information is current in “CamLink”, Camosun
College’s information resource platform.
A timetable for Fall 2019 will be forwarded to you in August. Classes and clinics are scheduled
between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Cost estimates can be found in the
following pages.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 250-370-3190 or email me at
[email protected]. Please note that faculty will be on vacation from June 28 to August
19, 2019 and will not be responding to emails until their return to campus. Again, welcome to
the dental hygiene program. We look forward to meeting you in September!
Sincerely,
Mandy Hayre
Chair, Dental Programs
Camosun College
3100 Foul Bay Rd
Victoria, BC V8P 5J2
Canada
250 370-3190 250 370-3234
http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/dental-hygiene/
http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/dental-hygiene/clinic.html
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http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/certified-dental-assistant/
DENTAL HYGIENE COST ESTIMATES*
2019-2020
*fees are subject to change
TUITION, STUDENT SERVICE FEES, TEXTBOOKS, AND LEVIES
For detailed information, please click on the Camosun College Dental Hygiene Program link, http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/dental-hygiene/what-it-costs.html
STUDENT CLINIC KIT
Please click on the bookstore link: http://www.camosuncollegebookstore.ca/camo/site_about_scrubs.asp
MISCELLANEOUS
1 lab coat for lab purposes (mid-thigh length, sleeve to elbow --------------------------- $25.00
3 pairs of black scrub pants and scrub tops (2 navy & 1 slate grey) and.3 crew neck t-shirts (available for purchase at the bookstore). ---------------------------------- $150.00
Black or white full-calf socks
Non-marking black or white rubber soled shoes (must comply with WorkSafe BC requirements: skid and puncture resistant, closed toe and heel, for indoor use only). Can be found in professional uniform shops ------------------------------------------------------------- $50.00-100.00
Safety glasses (test for proper fit to avoid fogging) ----------------------------------------- $20.00
Combination lock deposit (mandatory) ---------------------------------------------------------- $5.00
Locker rental (recommend renting by semester or full year at $10/month) ----------- $80.00
Memory stick and general supplies ----------------------------------------------------------- $100.00
TB Testing ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ $100.00
Criminal Record Check ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- $75.00
CPR Level C or HCP & Standard First Aid -------------------------------------- $125.00-$175.00
OPTIONAL EXPENSES
Surgical telescope eyewear (loupes). Suppliers will be scheduled on campus to provide samples and further information. ------------------------------------------------------- $1850-$2300
IESA 190 Study Abroad experience in Mexico for 4 weeks. Includes: tuition, airfare, accommodation, incidentals, etc. ------------------------- $3800.00 - $4300.00
(http://ccdhmexicofieldschool.blogspot.ca/)
Japanese Dental Hygiene School Exchange for 1 week. Includes airfare, accommodation, incidentals, etc. -------------------------------------------------------------------- $1500.00-$2000.00
(student grants may be available for this exchange)
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CHECKLIST – TO BE COMPLETED BEFORE SEPTEMBER 3, 2019. Please bring all required documents on Orientation Day.
(See Camosun College website for Bookstore Hours)
⎕ Bookstore purchases and orders – click on this link for details http://www.camosuncollegebookstore.ca/camo/site_about_scrubs.asp
⎕ Buy your Textbooks, Modules, and Second Year Clinic Kit
Textbook List http://www.camosuncollegebookstore.ca
⎕ Order shirts, scrub tops, pants, and labcoat
It will take several weeks for orders to arrive and special orders will take longer so come early.
Full clinic attire expected by the end of Week 1.
⎕ Order your name tag (pin or magnetic back style)
Ask for dental hygiene student tag (blue background and white letters) – first name only.
⎕ Locker Rental
Lockers are assigned in the bookstore and you are required to use the lock already on the locker. Assigned lockers must be in the Dental Building.
⎕ TB Test – Bring proof of test and any follow-up documentation as required
⎕ Complete Standard First Aid & CPR Level HCP Course
Proof of completion required on the first day of class.
⎕ Criminal Record Check (CRC)
Proof of completion and result (please bring copy as this information is not shared between the Registrar’s office and the program.
⎕ Maintain personal record of all Immunization and Booster Information
It is highly recommended that all students receive a flu vaccination. Flu
vaccination is required for all DHYG 3 students in order to participate in
community rotations.
See attached document relating to Immunization Guidelines. Please complete
the form and bring with your immunization records on Orientation Day. If you do
not have access to your immunization records, a report from your physician with
titre results for each vaccine-preventable disease will be accepted.
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IMMUNIZATION GUIDELINES FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS
As future health care or human service professionals, students should be protected against vaccine preventable diseases. Up-to-date immunizations greatly reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting disease. Immunization will not only safeguard the student’s health but also protect individuals whom students are working with. It is highly recommended that students maintain current immunizations as per the Practice Education Guidelines of B.C. Recommended immunizations are found on the Health Sciences Placement Network of Canada (HSP Net) website by searching for immunization guidelines. Failure to comply with immunization guidelines could result in the practicum/ community site or the College barring the student from the clinical/practicum setting until proof of immunity is provided and/or until a communicable disease outbreak is declared over. This could impact a student’s ability to successfully complete the clinical placement/ practicum/ community rotation portion of their program. Specific requirements for vaccine preventable diseases: Diphtheria/Tetanus (Td) – Proof of basic immunization and booster in last 10 years; OR a Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (TdaP) vaccine in Grade 9 for BC students.
Poliomyelitis (IPV) – Proof of basic immunization series of polio vaccine over age 4-6 years.
Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) – for those born after 1957: proof of two doses of MMR vaccine or reactive serological test for immunity.
Varicella Vaccination (Vz) (Chicken Pox) – Proof of vaccination or a positive history of chickenpox disease over 12-months of age. If no proof of either, bloodwork to confirm immunity is required. If non-immune, 2 doses of Varicella vaccine-given 6 weeks apart- per BCCDC Immunization Manual, Section VII, pg. 79 is required.
Hepatitis B (HB or Hep B) – Proof of Hepatitis B vaccine series. Two doses required if vaccinated between age 11-15 years, OR 3 doses if vaccinated before age 11 years or after age 15 years. *Students are responsible for any costs incurred in obtaining these requirements.
If you do not have your immunization record contact your family physician or Public Health Unit.
Please attach a copy of your immunization record(s) to this form.
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IMMUNIZATION RECORD Camosun Student ID
Program
Legal Last Name
Legal First Name Middle Initial
Address
City Province Postal Code
Telephone Number
Email Address
TO COMPLETE THIS FORM 1. Check with your family physician or local public health unit for childhood immunization records. 2. Fill out the form completely listing all your immunizations. 3. Attach a copy of your immunization record(s) to this form. Keep your original documents in a safe and accessible location in
case you need to show proof if there is an outbreak during your placement. 4. PLEASE TAKE THIS FORM TO YOUR FIRST DAY OF CLASS or hand it in to your designated person according to the due date.
Dates to be in MM/DD/YYYY format
TETANUS/DIPHTHERIA
Tetanus/ Diphtheria O Tetanus/ Diphtheria/ Pertussis O Yes O No O No record O Date of last Tetanus:_______________________
POLIO
Childhood primary series Yes O No O No record O Date of last Polio vaccination: _________________
MEASLES, MUMPS AND RUBELLA
MMR #1:______________________
MMR #2:_____________________
No record O
VARICELLA (CHICKEN POX)
History of disease Date:___________________ If you have had Chicken Pox no titre or bloodwork is required.
Or bloodwork to determine immunity (titre) date:
Results: Positive O Negative O
Adult Primary Series of 2 doses required if there is inadequate immunity
Date (Dose #1): ____________________________
Date (Dose #2): ___________________________
HEPATITIS B
Primary Series complete series: In BC (slightly different in other provinces) a complete series is 2 doses given in Grade 6 (ages 11-15 years). Or a 3 dose series if given earlier than age 11 or after age 15 years..
Yes O No O No record O
Admin Date #1: ________________
Admin Date #2: ________________
Admin Date #3: _______________
STUDENT ONLY: I certify that this information is accurate and up-to-date upon compliance.
Student Signature: Date:
IF YOU CHOSE NOT TO COMPLY
STUDENT ONLY: I have read and understand the Immunization Guidelines for Health and Human Services Programs and the results of failure to comply, however I have chosen not to comply.
Student Signature: Date:
NOTES: