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If you are a dentist or dental hygienist practicing in New York State you are required to complete
the mandated training in infection control once every (4) years for licensure. This course fulfills
that New York State requirement.

This course has been updated to include the CDC’s newest guidelines and recommendations
not previously addressed for dentistry. This course may also be used to augment OSHA training
in your office.

At the completion of this course you will know the:

  • Professional responsibility to monitor infection control practices of those whom you are
    responsible

  • Mechanisms of transmission of pathogenic organisms in the dental office and
    strategies for prevention and control

  • Use of engineering and work practice controls to reduce patient and healthcare workers
    exposure to infectious material

  • Use of barriers and personal protective equipment for preventing contact with infectious
    material

  • Principles and practices for cleaning, disinfection and sterilization

  • Recognize the role of occupational health strategies in protecting workers and patients

Click here to register for this course and to receive
continuing education credits.