Mandatory Clinical Placement Requirements

To be eligible for clinical placement as a Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) student, you must complete and submit the following program specific requirements:

1. Medical and Non-Medical Requirements:

Screening for immunity to certain diseases and verifying that your immunizations are up to date is a requirement of this program.

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Important Deadline Dates

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 renewed once every three years and must be current at the time of graduation. Ensure your Standard First Aid course includes CPR Level “C” – This must be valid for the duration of the program and must be current at the time of graduation.

3. Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015) – Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and Ontario Health and Safety Awareness Training (OHSA)

Students are expected to take the courses offered through YOW Canada – these are the only courses that meet our requirements. Access to the YOW course requirements will be available to accepted students as of the start date of their program. This free online training must be completed by the end of week two (2) of term one 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 Records Check program requirements.

Successful completion of clinical placement is a requirement for graduation from the Dental Assisting program. Agencies that provide placement opportunities may 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 lab, clinic or 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 Lori Morley at morleyl@algonquincollege.comor 613-727-4723 ext. 5086.