This course prepares Dental Assistant students to operate x-ray units and expose bitewing, periapical, extra oral, and occusal radiographs. Emphasis is placed on protection against x-ray hazards. Students also process, mount, and evaluate radiographs for diagnostic value. In this course, students demonstrate competency on a manikin. In addition, students expose bitewing radiographs on a peer, role-play patient.

Covers techniques of verbal and non-verbal communication. Presentation techniques in informative, demonstrative, persuasive and impromptu situations are stressed.

Reviews the fundamentals of grammar. Emphasizes practical application of English in business correspondence.

This course prepares dental auxiliary students to respond proactively to dental emergencies, control infection, prevent disease, adhere to OSHA standards, and safely manage hazardous materials. Students also take patient vital signs and collect patient medical/dental histories. Students will be required to show proof of CPR certification before beginning this course.

In this course, students explore the Gateway Technical College community. They examine college resources and services, investigate skills that lead to academic success, and identify strategies for achieving educational and personal goals.

The Mock Board skills course is designed to prepare the student for the practical portion of the Wisconsin Cosmetology State Board exam. Students will practice Practical skills on mannequins to gain accuracy and speed in each service area required to successfully pass the exam. Students will complete a final practical exam for the Cosmetology program.

The Mock Board Theory course is designed to prepare the student for the written portion of the Wisconsin Cosmetology state board exam. Students will acquire study skills and practice test taking skills on computers to retain information necessary to successfully pass the exam. Students will complete a final written exam for the Cosmetology program.

In this course, students will be required to perform all client service skills in the student salon, with the concentration and evaluation being on the performance of shampooing skills.

In this course, students will be required to perform all client service skills in the student salon, with the concentration and evaluation being on the performance of bleaching and special effects skills.

In this course, students will be required to perform all client service skills in the student salon, with the concentration and evaluation being on the performance of interpersonal skills.