Oral Health is a very important part of overall health but accessing dental services can be difficult! The Oral Health Navigation learning series will equip you with the knowledge and skills to help underserved populations navigate the complex dental system.
About the Learning Series
Module topics include:
Series Intro
Oral Health Equity
Care Coordination
Oral Anatomy
Tooth Decay and Cavity Management
Oral Well-Being
HIPAA Awareness
What can I do with Oral Health Navigator training?
The work of an individual who has completed the learning series varies by employment location. Some may use this training to further their knowledge of oral health to expand the functions of their existing roles in serving their communities (e.g., EMS, RNs, CNAs, CHWs, MAs, etc.). Others may use what they learn in this training to seek new employment opportunities within the dental career path.
How do I receive credit or credentialing for this learning series?
Learners who successfully complete the online modules will be eligible for digital badges through the University of Maine System and other partners. You will receive a notification from the University of Maine System when you have earned a digital badge.
Are there employment opportunities associated with this learning series?
After completing the learning series, individuals will have more knowledge about how to support children and families in gaining access to the oral health information and services they need in a variety of dental and health care settings.
Knowledge gained in the OHN Learning Series will be implemented in various ways with respect to licensing restrictions and employer specific nuances. Implementation of skills may include oral health education, care coordination, and patient and team support in different capacities.
Since this online training program is web based, it can be used on any device that is capable of running a modern web browser and meeting the following prerequisites:
Screen Resolution of At Least 1024 x 768
Broadband Internet Connection
(DSL, Cable, T1, etc)
JavaScript and Cookies Must be Enabled
Modern Web Browser
(Edge, Chrome; including on Android 4.4 or later, Firefox, Safari; including on iOS 10 or later)
Questions? Contact elearning@mcd.org
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