Infection Control OSHA Focus 2019 | 2 CEs/ credit hours

Sources/Editor/Author:

MaryLou Austin, RDH, MS, Health Science Editor
Howard A. Boone, MD, Infection Control Instrument Processing Specialist
CDC, OSAP, NIH, OSHA, and other public domain sources

Learning Objectives:

• Review important terms and concepts in infection control.
• Know routes of transmission for disease causing microorganisms.
• Know Standard Precaution measures mandated by state and federal guidelines.
• Identify strategies to prevent occupational exposures to bloodborne pathogens.
• Know post-accidental exposure protocols per OSHA.
• Identify Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for dental personnel.
• Describe the various sterilization methods for non-critical, semi, and critical instruments and devices.
• Know how to monitor effectiveness of sterilization.
• Understand an office infection control program in a dental office

Course Description:
Infection Control OSHA Focus is designed to meet 2019 general dental board license renewal requirements and is approved by the Dental Board of California for 2019-2020, for review of IC topics. Includes Bloodborne Pathogens Hazard Communication, best IC practices, CDC and OSHA guidelines, and various topic updates through 2019. Reviews sterilization technique, chain of infection control, current topics, provides useful resources, and the law. New updates for Tuberculosis management & dental unit water line. And more interactivity. Additional staff resources are included in this edition. Suitable for all members of the dental team.

Academy of General Dentistry nationally approved CE provider (#373218) in all states (except for New York Infection Control 4 CE initial registration course) including California RP #5100.  

Call (530) 238-5333 or Email us:  CEsupport@MyDentalCE.com. Group discounts available.

MyDentalCE.com accepts no commercial support for any of our courses. All sources/editors/authors for all MDC courses have signed conflict of interest declarations on file at MyDentalCE.com.

PACKAGE: Infection Control (2 CEs) & Calif Dental Practice Act (2 CEs) | Current 2019 with Board Updates 

Best selling California package for Board required courses. Fully approved courses by the Dental Board of California through 2020. Learning objectives are listed in each course.

Package includes Infection Control  OSHA Focus & California Dental Practice Act (CDPA) for biennial license renewal.  Approved for 2018-2020 by Dental Board of California. All current California Board updates are included in these current for 2019courses. Suitable for all members of the dental team and for OSHA / Infection Control training purposes. California Registered Provider #5100. AGD nationally recognized CE provider #373218.

Authors, Sources & Learning Objectives are listed in each ePDF course.
Office discounts available. Contact us for details.  CEsuport@mydentalce.com

 MyDentalCE.com accepts no commercial support for any of our courses. All sources/editors/authors for all MDC courses have signed conflict of interest declarations on file at MyDentalCE.com.

Sexual Harassment Prevention in the Dental Workplace (1 CE) for Non-supervisory staff

All California offices must train staff by Jan 1, 2020. Many other states too.

Credit hours / CE: 1  

Sources / Editor: 

National Center for Biotechnology Information (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)
U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)
U.S. Equal Employment (eeoc.gov) 
MaryLou Austin, RDH, MS, Health Science Editor

REQUIRED in Calif by Jan 1, 2020

Learning Objectives

• Identify behaviors that are unacceptable in the dental workplace.
• Know best practices in prevention and reporting.
• Understand prevention resources available.

This is a timely, new course about prevention sexual harassment in the workplace for 2019. The course offers dental staff a focused look at issues that can be identified, avoided, and prevented. In today's work environments, documentation of this type of training is necessary for staff / patient safety, risk management, and to set defined safe boundaries of behavior in the workplace.

MyDentalCE.com accepts no commercial support for any of our courses. All authors for all MDC courses have signed conflict of interest declarations on file.

Opioids Overview & Guidelines for Dentists | Pain Management Review  
4 CE / Credit Hours

Sources/Editor/Author:

MaryLou Austin, RDH, MS, Health Science Editor Michelle Jameson, MA
Public Domain Information - CDC, NIH, HHS, Washington Medical Agencies, ADA Opioid Policies, et al. Bree Collaborative

Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, you will:

• Know the principles of pain management for acute pain in dental patients.
• Understand the mechanisms of opioid agonists and antagonists.
• Understand basic pharmacokinetics of opioids.
• Understand the physiologic mechanisms of pain.
• Identify opioid dependence and screening for narcotic abuse.
• Apply best practices guidelines for opioid prescribing & the use of alternate medications.
• Understand the current information regarding the opioid crisis in the U.S.
• Apply safe prescribing methods for opioids in your practice.

This resource packed course provides dentists with a clear understanding of the mechanics of pain management and strategies for treating pain with opioids as well as non-opioid alternatives. This course material also provides a review of the basic pharmacology and physiology associated with pain management medications. And current information on the Opioid crisis in the USA is thoroughly discussed and ample external resources and information are included.

Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) nationally recognized provider #373218. Calif RP #5100. Florida Dental Board #50-19593

MyDentalCE.com accepts no commercial support for any of our courses. All sources/editors/authors for all MDC courses have signed conflict of interest declarations on file at MyDentalCE.com.

Infection Control OSHA Focus 2019 | 2 CEs/ credit hours

Sources/Editor/Author:

MaryLou Austin, RDH, MS, Health Science Editor
Howard A. Boone, MD, Infection Control Instrument Processing Specialist
CDC, OSAP, NIH, OSHA, and other public domain sources

Learning Objectives:

• Review important terms and concepts in infection control.
• Know routes of transmission for disease causing microorganisms.
• Know Standard Precaution measures mandated by state and federal guidelines.
• Identify strategies to prevent occupational exposures to bloodborne pathogens.
• Know post-accidental exposure protocols per OSHA.
• Identify Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for dental personnel.
• Describe the various sterilization methods for non-critical, semi, and critical instruments and devices.
• Know how to monitor effectiveness of sterilization.
• Understand an office infection control program in a dental office

Course Description:
Infection Control OSHA Focus is designed to meet 2019 general dental board license renewal requirements and is approved by the Dental Board of California for 2019-2020, for review of IC topics. Includes Bloodborne Pathogens Hazard Communication, best IC practices, CDC and OSHA guidelines, and various topic updates through 2019. Reviews sterilization technique, chain of infection control, current topics, provides useful resources, and the law. New updates for Tuberculosis management & dental unit water line. And more interactivity. Additional staff resources are included in this edition. Suitable for all members of the dental team.

Academy of General Dentistry nationally approved CE provider (#373218) in all states (except for New York Infection Control 4 CE initial registration course) including California RP #5100.  

Call (530) 238-5333 or Email us:  CEsupport@MyDentalCE.com. Group discounts available.

MyDentalCE.com accepts no commercial support for any of our courses. All sources/editors/authors for all MDC courses have signed conflict of interest declarations on file at MyDentalCE.com.

Dental New Hire Bundle: OSHA Training Video for New & Existing Dental Staff & HIPAA Review for Dental Staff & Guidelines for Training Document (3 CEs)3 CEs Online Courses  

OSHA Video viewing (2 CEs) for 1-staff member and exam with certificate of completion &  1-staff member for the HIPAA Review (1 CE) for Dental Office text-based course / exam | Updated 2019.
Bonus materials: Guidelines to meet OSHA 2019 Employee Training Requirements For Dental Staff full of practical information, checklists, employee training forms, and short interactive short videos.

The 1-hour OSHA training video is an OSHA.gov Alliance training and compliance tool. Designed for new employees within 10 days of hire, annual training for existing staff, staff who may need a refresher course, compliance officers, and the dentist. The online exam consists of 10 basic questions. The completion certificates for both courses are generated immediately and sent to you by email for your records.

The 1-hour video is presented in 4 units:

• Unit 1: General Safety Standards - OSHA Overview
• Unit 2: Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
• Unit 3: Hazard Communication Standard
• Unit 4: Information for the Dentist / Office Compliance Officer

1 CE The HIPAA review text-based  course is designed to be a strong introduction for compliance a training vehicle for all member of the professional dental staff--particularly new employees. Dental employers need comprehensive policies in place to protect their patients and to reduce liability. This course is suitable for all members of the dental team.

Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) nationally recognized provider #373218 all 50 states.

MyDentalCE.com accepts no commercial support for any of our courses. All sources/editors/authors for all MDC courses have signed conflict of interest declarations on file at MyDentalCE.com.

VIDEO | OSHA Training for New & Existing Dental Office Staff |
 Orientation & Employee Safety Overview  OSHA Compliance Video | $19 per employee. Click here for the  10-Pack available for $15 per employee.  We also offer a OSHA Video & HIPAA single and 3-pack package

2 CE credit hours - VIDEO (1 hour viewing & online exam):

This one-hour dental OSHA training video is an OSHA.gov Alliance training and compliance tool. This video is for new employees within 10 days of hire, annual training for existing staff, staff who may need a refresher course, compliance officers, and the dentist. The one-hour video is sent to you immediately with purchase. The online exam consists of 10 basic questions. Each person viewing the video and receiving a certificate must have purchased the course. Group orders welcome--only one person needs to order for a group. The completion certificate is generated immediately and sent to you by email for your records. MyDentalCE.com retains your records for 6 years. Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) nationally recognized provider #373218 all 50 states, and the Dental Board of California (#5100).  PASSWORD if prompted:  MDC2017.

The 1-hour video is presented in 4 units:

• Unit 1: General Safety Standards - OSHA Overview
• Unit 2: Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
• Unit 3: Hazard Communication Standard
• Unit 4: Information for the Dentist / Office Compliance Officer

VIDEO PREVIEW (2 mins):

 MyDentalCE.com is available for questions about the OSHA training video and we also offer e-PDF courses in Infection Control, Bloodborne Pathogens, and affordable OSHA and CE packages for all staff. Office discounts are happily offered. Call our friendly customer service hotline if you need any assistance or require a custom office order: (530) 238-5333 or CEsupport@MyDentalCE.com  | 100% satisfaction guaranteed!

Opioids Overview & Guidelines for Dentists | Pain Management Review  
4 CE / Credit Hours

Sources/Editor/Author:

MaryLou Austin, RDH, MS, Health Science Editor Michelle Jameson, MA
Public Domain Information - CDC, NIH, HHS, Washington Medical Agencies, ADA Opioid Policies, et al. Bree Collaborative

Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, you will:

• Know the principles of pain management for acute pain in dental patients.
• Understand the mechanisms of opioid agonists and antagonists.
• Understand basic pharmacokinetics of opioids.
• Understand the physiologic mechanisms of pain.
• Identify opioid dependence and screening for narcotic abuse.
• Apply best practices guidelines for opioid prescribing & the use of alternate medications.
• Understand the current information regarding the opioid crisis in the U.S.
• Apply safe prescribing methods for opioids in your practice.

This resource packed course provides dentists with a clear understanding of the mechanics of pain management and strategies for treating pain with opioids as well as non-opioid alternatives. This course material also provides a review of the basic pharmacology and physiology associated with pain management medications. And current information on the Opioid crisis in the USA is thoroughly discussed and ample external resources and information are included.

Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) nationally recognized provider #373218. Calif RP #5100. Florida Dental Board #50-19593

MyDentalCE.com accepts no commercial support for any of our courses. All sources/editors/authors for all MDC courses have signed conflict of interest declarations on file at MyDentalCE.com.