2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Dental Laboratory Technology and Management
Career Cluster:	Health Science 

AAS	
CIP Number	0351060301	
Program Type	College Credit	
Standard Length	68 credit hours	
CTSO	HOSA: Future Health Professionals	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	11-9111 Medical and Health Services Managers	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml 	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Health Science career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to, general studies, physical sciences, dental sciences, dental laboratory techniques, dental laboratory management and business principles, computer applications in the dental laboratory, leadership and communications skills.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 68 credit hours.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the health care delivery system and health occupations.
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills effectively.
03.0	Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities.
04.0	Demonstrate an understanding of and apply wellness and disease concepts.
05.0	Recognize and practice safety and security procedures.
06.0	Recognize and respond to emergency situations.
07.0	Recognize and practice infection control procedures.
08.0	Demonstrate an understanding of information technology applications in healthcare.
09.0	Demonstrate employability skills.
10.0	Demonstrate knowledge of blood borne diseases, including HIV/AIDS.
11.0	Apply basic math and science skills. 
12.0	Identify the anatomic structure and function of body systems in relation to prosthetic services performed by the dental laboratory technician.
13.0	Practice quality assurance, safety and infection control.
14.0	Adhere to legal and ethical principles related to the practice of dental laboratory technology.
15.0	Demonstrate knowledge of effective business management techniques.
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge of dental sciences.
17.0	Perform basic dental laboratory techniques consistent with current dental laboratory practice.
18.0	Demonstrate knowledge, principles and methods of disease transmission and prevention.
19.0	Demonstrate skills necessary for marketing and sales of dental products.
20.0	Demonstrate knowledge of dental laboratory set up and management procedures.

2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Dental Laboratory Technology and Management
CIP Number:		0351060301
Program Length:	68 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		11-9111

Standards 1-11 are referred to as the Health Science Core and are required standards in this program. Secondary and Postsecondary students completing the health science core will not have to repeat the core in any other health science program in which it is a part.  When the recommended sequence is followed, the structure allows students to complete at specified points for employment or remain for advanced training or cross-training.
  
To ensure consistency whenever these courses are offered, the health science core standards (1-11) have been placed in a separate document. You can access the course standards and benchmarks by visiting this link: http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5652/urlt/health_sci_-core_psav_cc_1617.rtf

The AAS degree requires the inclusion of a minimum of 15 credits of general education coursework according to SACS.  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
12.0	Identify the anatomic structure and function of body systems in relation to prosthetic services performed by the dental laboratory technician--The student will be able to:	
12.01	Identify structures and functions of head and neck anatomy.	
12.02	Identify embryonic development of head, oral cavity and individual teeth.	
12.03	Identify each tooth and its landmarks.	
13.0	Practice quality assurance, safety and infection control--The student will be able to:	
13.01	Practice safety in accordance with institutional policy.	
13.02	Identify documentation procedures necessary to comply with state laws.	
13.03	Demonstrate knowledge of the dental laboratory technician’s role in providing quality assurance in laboratory procedures, reporting, and use and maintenance of equipment.	
13.04	Use appropriate dental terminology and abbreviations.	
13.05	Demonstrate knowledge, principles, and methods of disease transmission and prevention as related to dental prostheses.	
13.06	Demonstrate knowledge of infection control in dental laboratories in accordance with Center for Disease Control (CDC)/OSHA guidelines.	
13.07	Implement appropriate Joint Commission patient safety goals.	
14.0	Adhere to legal and ethical principles related to the practice of dental laboratory technology--The student will be able to:	
14.01	Demonstrate knowledge of the importance of observing the doctor/technician relationship.	
14.02	Demonstrate knowledge of state law governing the practice of Dental Laboratory Technology.	
15.0	Demonstrate knowledge of effective business management techniques--The student will be able to:	
15.01	Demonstrate knowledge and use of an office/laboratory procedure manual.	
15.02	Demonstrate knowledge of business finance and operating expenses.	
15.03	Demonstrate knowledge of a pay scale and benefit program for employees and a bookkeeping system.	
15.04	Demonstrate knowledge of tax forms, payroll records, insurance needs and inventory needs.	
15.05	Demonstrate knowledge of employee hiring orientation.	
15.06	Demonstrate knowledge of computer applications in the dental laboratory.	
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge of dental sciences--The student will be able to:	
16.01	Demonstrate knowledge of physical properties, use and manipulation of dental materials.	
16.02	Demonstrate knowledge of the dynamics of occlusion.	
16.03	Demonstrate problem solving skills as related to dental materials.	
17.0	Perform basic dental laboratory techniques consistent with current dental laboratory practice--The student will be able to:	
17.01	Manufacture complete denture prosthodontics.	
17.02	Manufacture removable partial denture prosthodontics.	
17.03	Manufacture fixed prosthodontics using metals, porcelain and composites.	
17.04	Manufacture finish, and polish pedodontic, orthodontic and preventive appliances.	
17.05	Manufacture special prostheses.	
18.0	Demonstrate knowledge, principles, and methods of disease transmission and prevention--The student will be able to:	
18.01	Establish infection control in dental laboratories in accordance with Centers for Disease Control/OSHA guidelines.	
18.02	Establish an infection control procedures policy for the dental laboratory.	
19.0	Demonstrate skills necessary for marketing and sales of dental products--The student will be able to:	
19.01	Demonstrate effective product evaluation and comparison.	
19.02	Identify appropriate consumer populations.	
19.03	Discuss dental product application and effectiveness.	
19.04	Demonstrate business management skills for record keeping related to marketing.	
19.05	Apply economic principles for product distribution and sales.	
20.0	Demonstrate knowledge of dental laboratory set up and management procedures--The student will be able to:	
20.01	Design a dental laboratory and identify appropriate equipment.	
20.02	Establish quality control procedures.	
20.03	Set up and maintain business correspondence system.	
20.04	Establish a dental laboratory policy for maintenance of equipment.	
20.05	Set up a pay scale and benefit program for employees and a bookkeeping system.	
20.06	Develop an office/laboratory procedure manual.	
21.0	Demonstrate skills necessary for marketing and sales of dental products--The student will be able to:	
21.01	Demonstrate effective product evaluation and comparison.	
21.02	Identify appropriate consumer populations.	
21.03	Discuss dental product application and effectiveness.	
21.04	Demonstrate business management skills for record keeping related to marketing.	
21.05	Apply economic principles for product distribution and sales.	
22.0	Demonstrate knowledge of dental laboratory set up and management procedures--The student will be able to:	
22.01	Design a dental laboratory and identify appropriate equipment.	
22.02	Establish quality control procedures.	
22.03	Set up and maintain business correspondence system.	
22.04	Establish a dental laboratory policy for maintenance of equipment.	
22.05	Set up a pay scale and benefit program for employees and a bookkeeping system.	
22.06	Develop an office/laboratory procedure manual.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Laboratory activities are integrated with the didactic portion of this program.  Students perform representative tasks in the manufacture of custom made dental devices and become involved in the dental health team through first hand observation in clinical procedures as they relate to laboratory techniques.

Special Notes

The program is designed to prepare students for entry level employment as dental laboratory technicians, dental laboratory managers, dental laboratory owners, marketing/sales personnel of dental products or SOC Code 11-9111 (Medical and Health Services Managers) or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in this occupation.  The Health Careers Core must be taken by all students (secondary, postsecondary adult and postsecondary vocational) planning to complete any Health Occupations program.  Once successfully completed, the core does not need to be repeated at any instructional level.

Reinforcement of basic skills in English, mathematics and science appropriate for the job preparatory programs occurs through college level instruction, applied laboratory procedures or practice, clinical observation and involvement in the dental health care delivery team concept.

The program will include theoretical aspects of subjects as well as the practical applications.  The theoretical aspects of the curriculum will provide content necessary for students to make judgments regarding the procedures they are expected to perform.

This program meets the Department of Health HIV/AIDS Domestic Violence and Prevention of Medical Errors education requirements.  Upon completion of this program, the instructor will provide a certificate to the student verifying that these requirements have been met.

If students in this program are seeking a licensure, certificate or registration through the Department of Health, please refer to 456.0635 F.S. for more information on disqualification for a license, certificate, or registration through the Department of Health. 

The program should meet the requirements of the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association.  Students should be prepared to take the recognized graduate examination offered by the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory technology, Inc. 

Outcomes 01-11 are referred to as the Health Careers Core and do not have to be completed if the student has previously completed the Core in another health science program.  The Core should be taken first or concurrently with the first course in the program.  Following the successful completion of the core, the student is eligible to take the National Health Care Foundation Skill Standards Assessment with instructor approval and the completion of a portfolio.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

HOSA: Future Health Professionals is the intercurricular career and technical student organization providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml