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Career Area: Health Science
Local Certificate
Program Number: 995089
Non-Credit Program
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Wisconsin Technical College Local Anesthesia for Dental Hygienists Programs

This certificate prepares experienced Dental Hygienists to administer local anesthesia in the office setting. This 21-hour program includes 10 hours of classroom lecture and 11 hours of clinical experience. The program covers the neurophysiology and pharmacology of local anesthetic agents and how to effectively deliver them within the oral cavity. Completion of this certificate qualifies the student to apply for state certification to administer local anesthesia through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, Dentistry Examining Board.

Local Anesthesia for Dental Hygienists Pathway Certificate Program Transfers Offered completely online Shared Certificate
Northcentral Local Anesthesia for Dental Hygienists at Northcentral