This course introduces the art and science of preventing dental disease through motivational interviewing. The student will learn how to provide targeted instruction on aspects of public health dentistry and work with individual patients and target populations. There will also be an emphasis on learning the legal aspects of the practice for Dental Health Aides and the ethical principles that guide professional practice. Some subtopics covered in Healthy Healers include developing your support system, historical trauma, setting boundaries and self-care.
Prerequisites
Semester Offered
Spring