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Dental Hygienist Course

What will I learn?

Sharpen your dental hygiene skills with our in-depth Dental Hygienist Training Programme. You go learn proper plaque control methods like flossing, brushing, and using interdental brushes. You go become better at taking care of patients by teaching them the right things and talking to them well. You go understand how the food we eat affects our teeth and gums, and how you can improve yourself as a professional. You go gain knowledge on oral hygiene products and learn how to encourage patients to take good care of their mouths. This programme will give you the practical skills and knowledge you need to do well in your dental work.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online courses available for life
Certificate issued in line with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online assistant available at all times
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Set your preferred course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet required

Develop skills

Enhance the development of the practical skills listed below

Learn proper plaque control: Master the correct way to floss, brush, and use interdental cleaning tools.

Teach patients well: Give them advice that suits them, handle any objections they have, and communicate effectively.

Improve oral health: Understand how diet affects the mouth, including sugar, calcium, and drinking enough water.

Develop professionally: Keep up-to-date, get more training, and connect with others in the dental field.

Choose products wisely: Select the best mouthwash, toothpaste, and dental tools.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify the chapters and workload.

  • Select which chapter to begin with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can include

You can generate additional chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, aimed at personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.