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Virginia Western Community College

Virginia Western Community College

Dental Radiation Safety Certification at Virginia Western Community College

The “Dental Radiation Safety Certification” course at Virginia Western Community College is designed for working dental professionals and dental hygienist students in Virginia. This course fulfills the Virginia State Board of Dentistry requirements for radiography safety certification. The course, which is available online, covers essential radiation safety protocols to ensure the well-being of the patient, operator, and coworkers.

Key skills learned include:

  • Understanding the principles of radiation production.
  • Assessing the effects of ionizing radiation on living tissues.
  • Implementing radiation protection procedures for both operator and patients.
  • Enhancing the quality of radiographic films and correcting related errors.
  • Applying infection control in radiography.
  • Promoting overall radiation safety.
  • Applying radiological health and safety concepts in clinical situations.

A comprehensive exam will be given after the completion of the online session, emphasizing safety, health, and infection control procedures. Students must achieve a minimum of 75% to pass and receive certification.

Register for a Course

Continuing Education Courses at Virginia Western Community College
Details include course title, course cost, and CE credits received. Remember, you can take an online Dental CE course instead to certify your CE requirements in Virginia!
Date Course Title Course Cost Program Length
Rolling Enrollment Dental Radiation Safety Certification $249 8 weeks (self-paced)

Course Requirements

  • Demonstrate computer skills through transcript or assessment.
  • Possess fundamental dental knowledge.

Contact Information

Have Questions? Reach out to us for more information or assistance:

Email: enroll@virginiawestern.edu
Phone: 855-874-6690
Location: Chapman Hall

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