2026 Courses and Events

Course #: 2190
Date: 11/28/2026
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Course Info: Half Day
Speaker(s):
Karen Gregory, RN

Topic: Infection Control
Tuition: $155.00
Credits: 3
Recommended For:
Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Students, Administrative Staff, Lab Technicians, Educator, Nurse

Description:

Would greater awareness of hidden risks change the way you approach safety in patient care? This engaging, fast-paced session reveals the often unseen hazards present in dental settings and equips participants with practical, evidence-based strategies to address them effectively. Designed for dental professionals, this course, which is required by the New York State Education Department emphasizes adherence to scientifically accepted infection control principles and practices. It reinforces the responsibility of the dental practice to maintain a safe environment for both patients and staff.

Learn to:

• identify key responsibilities of dental licensees in infection control oversight
• describe the transmission pathways of common healthcare-associated pathogens
• apply the use of PPE, engineering and work practice controls to minimize infection risks
• recognize signs of sepsis and understand appropriate responses in a dental context

Supported by the Association for Dental Safety