Dental Hygiene – Placement Forms
FOR ACCEPTED APPLICANTS
To be eligible for clinical placement, you must complete and submit the following program specific requirements:
1. Health Assessment Form:
Screening for immunity to certain diseases and verifying that your immunizations are up to date is a requirement of this program.
Please note: This process usually takes a minimum of 2 -3 weeks to complete, but may take up to 8 weeks based on your immunization history.
2. Standard First Aid– This course must be taken once every three years. This course must include CPR Level C training. If you take the course prior to starting year one it will be good for the duration of the program. If you take it 1-2 years prior to starting the program you will have to re-take the course at some point during the program.
3. Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015) – Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and Ontario Health and Safety Awareness (OHSA) Training – Students are expected to take the courses offered through YOW Canada – these are the only courses that meet our requirements. It must be taken year one (prior to term two) and is valid for the duration of the program. Please access the following website for course and registration information: https://www.algonquincollege.com/safety-security-services/home/occupational-health-and-safety/health-safety-training-resources/student-health-safety-training/
4. Police Records Check Documentation:
Though not an admission requirement, applicants must note important information listed below regarding Police Record Check program requirements.
Successful completion of clinical placement is a requirement for graduation from the Dental Hygiene program. Agencies that provide placement opportunities require you to have a clear Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector (PRCSVS). Your acceptance for placement is at the discretion of the agency. If you register in the program without a clear PRCSVS and as a result are unable to participate in placement, you will not be able to graduate.
Lab, Clinic and Placement Eligibility:
To be eligible to participate in lab, clinic and placement activities, you must submit proof of a clear PRCSVS, which will be retained on your departmental file and used only for purposes related to your lab, clinic and placement activities.
It is your responsibility to obtain the PRCSVS from your local Police Department prior to the deadline identified by your Department and to pay any associated costs. It may take 8-10 weeks to obtain this documentation; please submit your application as early as possible. Should you require further information, contact the Program Chair.