Dental Hygiene Technician Course

What will I learn?

Improve your dental career prospects with our Dental Hygiene Technician Course, specifically designed for dental professionals looking to boost their expertise. You will learn proper documentation methods, including writing down treatment plans and keeping clear patient files. Gain skills in removing plaque and tartar effectively, and understand how to teach people about oral health through brushing and flossing correctly. Develop your ability to communicate with patients, explaining procedures and dealing with any worries they may have with confidence. Become skilled in checking patients' mouths to spot signs of gum disease and carry out thorough examinations. Join us to provide excellent dental care in Zimbabwe.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online and lifetime course access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Set your own course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet required

Develop skills

Enhance your development of the practical skills listed below

Master documentation: Record treatment plans and patient assessments accurately and professionally.

Efficient plaque removal: Use the right tools and methods to clean teeth properly and get rid of plaque effectively.

Educate patients: Teach patients the correct way to brush, floss, and give advice on diet for good oral health.

Communicate effectively: Explain dental procedures clearly and handle patient concerns in a confident manner.

Assess oral health: Spot signs of gum disease early and perform comprehensive oral examinations.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on 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.