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    Learn dental principles and practices for oral health care. Understand dental anatomy, procedures, and patient management.

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    • Olay

      Cosmetic Formulation Science

      Skills you'll gain: Health And Safety Standards, Product Testing, Good Manufacturing Practices, Record Keeping, Technical Documentation, Product Development, Personal Care, Regulatory Compliance, New Product Development, Systems Of Measurement, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Evaluación del Aprendizaje en Escenarios Clínicos

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Experience, Patient Education and Support, Clinical Leadership, Patient Treatment, Health Assessment, Needs Assessment, Constructive Feedback, Patient Safety, Mentorship, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Entrepreneurship

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      151 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • MedCerts

      The Heart, Blood, and Lungs

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Respiration, Medical Records, Anatomy, Electocardiography, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Vital Signs, Blood Pressure, General Medicine, Infectious Diseases

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • University of California, Davis

      ممارسات التدريب

      Skills you'll gain: Train The Trainer, Management Training And Development, Employee Training, Workforce Development, Employee Performance Management, Staff Management, On-The-Job Training, Performance Management, Accountability, Coaching, Meeting Facilitation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      193 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Mastering Statics

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      223 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Meta

      إدارة وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Content Strategy, Instagram, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Calendar Management, Content Creation, Facebook, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Performance Analysis, Content Management, Data Analysis Software, Customer Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • University of California, Davis

      Healthcare Data Quality and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Quality, Data Validation, Data Management, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Data Cleansing, Data Integrity, Quality Assurance, Metadata Management, Health Care, Technical Communication, Change Control

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      123 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free

      Peking University

      《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践)

      Skills you'll gain: Nursing Care, Nursing, Nursing Practices, Nursing Process, Health Assessment, Clinical Nursing, Patient Education and Support, Health Care

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Introduction to Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Surgery, Physical Therapy, Internal Medicine, Health Assessment, Primary Care, Patient Treatment, Medical Terminology, Infectious Diseases, Health Care, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Treatment Planning, General Medicine, Behavior Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Disabilities, Radiology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Arizona State University

      Ceramics and Composites

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Failure Analysis, Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Production Process

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • MedCerts

      Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Medical Records, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Anatomy, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Respiration, Vital Signs, Medical Science and Research, Health Care, Nursing and Patient Care, Physical Therapy, Nursing, General Medicine, Electocardiography, Patient Treatment, Kinesiology, Blood Pressure, Radiology, Life Sciences, Internal Medicine

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      202 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New

      Johns Hopkins University

      Data and Electronic Health Records

      Skills you'll gain: Data Management, Data Integrity, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Data Quality, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care, Clinical Data Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Computerized Physician Order Entry, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Care Coordination, Data Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular dental courses

    • Cosmetic Formulation Science: Olay
    • Evaluación del Aprendizaje en Escenarios Clínicos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • The Heart, Blood, and Lungs: MedCerts
    • ممارسات التدريب: University of California, Davis
    • Mastering Statics: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • إدارة وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي: Meta
    • Healthcare Data Quality and Governance: University of California, Davis
    • 《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践): Peking University
    • Introduction to Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Ceramics and Composites: Arizona State University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Dental

    "Learning about dental health can prepare you for numerous jobs in the field, including dentist, dental assistant, periodontist, and orthodontist. A general dentist performs various tasks, such as examining teeth and gums, diagnosing issues, treating cavities, and extracting teeth. A dentist can refer patients to specialists for additional treatment. Dental assistants work alongside dentists and perform more basic tasks, such as prepping equipment and handling patient records.

    A periodontist is a type of dentist who specializes in periodontal disease, a common condition characterized by infected gums. Periodontists perform complex tasks such as removing infected gum tissue, reshaping gums, and adding dental implants. An orthodontist specializes in correcting tooth and jaw alignment issues. The job involves applying braces and other corrective techniques to improve a patient’s oral health."‎

    The dental field might be right for you if you have a passion for helping people, good manual dexterity, and an interest in oral health. you'll be working on patients’ mouths, and blood will be a common sight. You'll need to be very precise and detailed oriented. Most procedures require a delicate, steady hand, as you'll be working with small tools within a small space. You'll also need strong communication skills. Patients as well as coworkers require careful guidance throughout the day. Additionally, many people find dental visits stressful, but your communication skills can put patients at ease.‎

    Online classes will provide you with in-depth knowledge of the dental industry and the various specialized areas of dentistry. you'll learn about oral diseases, how to diagnose them, and how to treat them. Instructors will share their knowledge by posting informative lectures and assigning reading material. Quizzes will follow the lessons to measure your progress.

    Online courses offer a high level of flexibility. You can access the material from your home computer and work on the lessons whenever you want.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including dental. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

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