This course has been designed to provide participants with didactic and clinical continuing education to be eligible to administer nitrous oxide (N2O/O2) in the state of New Hampshire. The course will cover the history of nitrous oxide, neurophysiology of pain and pain control, patient assessment including medical and dental indications and contraindications, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology of nitrous oxide, emergency prevention and management, nitrous oxide armamentarium including safe assembly and handling of gas tanks, masks, tubing, scavenger and monitoring equipment, techniques, record keeping, and regulatory/legal issues.

The NH board requires a minimum of 8 didactic hours and 6 clinical hours.

If a course participant is seeking certification in nitrous oxide administration in a state other than NH, it is the responsibility of that participant to contact the appropriate state board and gain knowledge of and meet the requirements for nitrous oxide administration in that state.

This is a hybrid course with self-paced online modules. Once the online portion is completed, the clinical portion would be scheduled with the instructor to join an on campus lab currently in progress with the Dental Hygiene Seniors.

Course Dates: Offered throughout the Spring semester between January 21, 2025 and May 10, 2025 as needed per student.

Online: Self-paced modules to be completed during the semester dates above.

In Person: To be scheduled with the instructor during the semester dates above at the NHTI campus, after completing the online portion, during any of these lab time slots:

• Monday 8am-12pm
• Monday 12:30pm-4:30pm
• Tuesday 12:30pm-4:30pm
• Wednesday 12:30pm-4:30pm

CEU’s:  20 

Prerequisites & Forms:

• Proof of current CPR
• Copy of current RDH license
• Medical History Form - please print, fill out, scan and email back to kmagee@ccsnh.edu
• Informed Consent Form 

Text Required:  Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation , 4th  Edition, by Morris S. Clark, DDS, FACD and Ann Brunick , RDH, M.S., 2015  You can find this on AMAZON.

PPE Requirements: Clinical attire, including scrubs and closed toe shoes, face masks, safety glasses, and non-latex gloves.

Email the forms in one email to nhtiwe@ccsnh.edu within 10 days of registration to secure your seat.

*PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be officially registered until ALL paperwork as well as payment has been submitted.

REFRESHER Fact Sheet 2025

This hybrid course was prepared for dental hygienists who have been out of practice for a time and want to get back into the field or for those who are practicing, but feel their skills need updating.

The course is designed to review theory and techniques learned in dental hygiene school and on the job. Current “best practices” will be introduced, but specialized procedures will not be covered in great detail and, in some cases, will require additional courses.

Program Goals:

• Dental Hygiene Process of Care
• Definitive Oral Prophylaxis
• Radiographic Techniques
• Review of Current Center for Disease Control (CDC) Guidelines
• Review of Hand Instrumentation including Ultrasonics

Course objectives are met through didactic and clinical instruction which will introduce, update, and review current techniques in the practice of dental hygiene.

Program Outcomes: 

Participants who complete the course can be assured they have had the opportunity to learn the most up to date, science-based theory and techniques. The program satisfies the criteria of the NH Board of Dental Examiners when a refresher course is mandated for hygienists who want to renew their active dental hygiene license. 

Program Description: (20 CEUs)

• Online Assessment and Review of Theory (2)
• Clinical Review (18)
  • 3-hour lab session to review hand instruments and the ultrasonic tips on a typodont
  • 4-hour clinic session
  • 2-hour radiology review

The online portion needs to be completed before the start of the scheduled hands-on sessions. 

The scheduling of this course will be based upon faculty availability. Students are expected to provide one client for the clinical portion of the course.

Materials:

Students will need a variety of Gracey curettes, scalers (universal, sickle), and a typodont to practice instrumentation. Instrumentation is to be practiced weekly on a typodont. If needed, instruments may be available on a loaner basis (for an additional fee). 

Also required for the course: scrubs, lab coat, loups/light if you have them, scrub cap, proper leather or pleather clinic shoes, and two pairs of safety glasses (one for student, one for patient). Gloves, masks, and face shields will be provided for refresher course (NO latex - NHTI’s clinic is a latex free environment).

Prerequisites and required documents:

• Current CPR Certification
• Liability Insurance
• College Transcript

Please email to:  nhtiwe@ccsnh.edu

*PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be officially registered until ALL paperwork as well as payment has been submitted.

This eight-week hybrid course, Introduction to Beekeeping: Theory and Practice," offers an accessible, hands-on approach to the fundamentals of beekeeping.  Designed for beginners and hobbyists with little or no prior experience, the course covers essential topics including bee biology, hive management, pest and disease control, honey harvesting, and sustainable practices.  Instruction is delivered through self-directed online sessions via Canvas, paired with two immersive Saturday field trips at local apiaries where student will engage in practical beekeeping techniques.

Schedule:

• Duration:  8 weeks, April 1-May 23, 2025
• Online Sessions:  2 sessions per week (1 hour each) via Canvas
• Field Trips:  2 Saturday sessions at different apiaries, April 19 and May 3 from 2:00-5:00pm (peak bee activity time)
• Total Contact Hours:  Approximately 22 hours

Required Materials & Resources:

• Textbook:  The Beekeeper's Handbook by Diana Sammataro and Alphonse Avitabile ($24 on Amazon)
• Basic supplies:  a notebook, writing utensils, and a computer with internet access
• Additional digital resources and worksheets will be provided on Canvas
• Optional:  Access to personal beekeeping equipment for practical assignments, if available.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the course, students will:

• Identify and describe the key beekeeping equipment and their functions.
• Explain the biology and behavior of honeybees, incuding the roles of queens, workers, drones, and how these contribute to colony health.
• Design and plan an apiary layout by evaluating site selection factors and setting up basic hive structures.
• Conduct basic hive inspections to recognize signs of colony health, common pests and diseases, and implement appropriate management strategies.
• Understand the honey production process and sustainable beekeeping practices that support environmental health.

Modality:

This is a hybrid course that leverages the Canvas learning management system for online, self-directed didactic instruction and moderated discussion, combined with face-to-face, instructor-led field trips. The online component features interactive lectures, guided readings, and reflective assignements, while the field trips provide direct, practical experience in real-word apiary settings.

Class Size:

Maximum enrollment is 9 students to ensure quality interaction and personalized attention, particularly during the field trips.

EDU224C - April 3 - May 22, 2025; ONLINE class; 3 credits

The class is an instructor supported asynchronous class with zoom class discussion times.

Zoom times are all from 5:00pm – 6:30pm on Thursdays.

The focus of this course is student learning and effective instruction.  Throughout this course, the concepts of Universal Design for Learning, "expert teachers" and "expert learners," research, theories, mindsets, and best practices in instructional approaches that increase student learning and achievement are examined.  The goal of this course is to develop an understanding of how learners grow and develop, and to design appropriately challenging, meaningful, and impactful learning experiences for ALL of the learners in the classroom.

Required Text: - Innovate Inside the Box: Empowering Learners Through UDL and an Innovators Mindset - you can order from Amazon.

Hands on! This course qualifies the orthodontic dental assistant to perform those expanded orthodontic duties designated by the NH Board of Dental Examiners.

Class Date: April 5, 2025 from 8:30 am - 5:30 pm (Room Macrury 123)

CEUs: 8

Prerequisites: RDH OR ADA Graduate Dental Assistant OR proof of completion of POI and ICP courses. Must submit certificates.

Please email your certificates/diploma to nhtiwe@ccsnh.edu as an attachment. Thank you.

Personal Protective Equipment: Students must provide their own PPE. This class requires: 3-4 surgical masks, safety glasses, gloves, scrubs, and lab jackets.

Please Note: You will not be registered and a seat will not be reserved for you until ALL paperwork as well as payment is submitted.

This course provides infection control guidelines and recommendations for the dental office. The course is based on the CDC infection and prevention guidelines, and includes information on disinfection and sterilization, products, and asepsis protocols. This course fulfills the NH dental infection control requirements for certification and license renewal. This class is self paced.

We have two convenient offerings/options for this class to fit into your busy schedule.

CEU:  3

CANCELED - Session 1 - CRN 22293 - Online: 2/10/25 - 2/21/25

OPEN - Session 2 - CRN 22480 - Online: 4/14/25 - 4/25/25 

Overview

Training for the Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A prepares students for licensing using online, self-paced instruction and in-vehicle training time. After hours of driving, labs, lecture, and range time, participants master a wide range of driver competencies to become safe, comfortable, confident drivers.

The license is required to operate vehicles such as truck and trailer combinations, tankers, livestock carriers, and flatbeds.

Hybrid: Online and in Concord with Patten Driving School

Location: 77 Old Turnpike Road, Concord, NH 03301

Optional Book:  Entry-level Driver Training: Obtaining a CDL; ISBN #978-1-68008-493-1.

Spring Session 1 (CRN 25257): February 24 - March 28, 2025

Zoom Orientation Meeting: Monday, February 24, 2025, 9-10:30am.

Online Theory (40 Hours): February 24 - March 14, 2025 (self-paced 40 hours of course instruction over 3 weeks)

In-person Range (25 Hours): March 17 - March 21, 2025 (in person 8am-4:30pm M-F)

In-person Road (20 Hours): Individually scheduled 4-hour driving sessions beginning week of March 24 and runs through March 28 if needed.

Spring Session 2 (CRN 25498): May 5 - June 6, 2025

Zoom Orientation Meeting: Monday, May 5, 2025, 9-10:30am.

Online Theory (40 Hours): May 5 - May 23, 2025 (self-paced 40 hours of course instruction over 3 weeks)

In-person Range (25 Hours): May 27 - May 30, 2025 (in person 8am-4:30pm T-F)

In-person Road (20 Hours): Individually scheduled 4-hour driving sessions beginning week of June 2 and runs through June 6 if needed.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this program, students must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a valid NH Driver License
• Have a CDL Learner’s Permit - required to register for class; otherwise a copy of your driver record may be required to enroll

Additional Student Responsibilities:

• Complete and pass DOT Physical Exam; valid Medical Card on file with DMV
• Complete Drug & Alcohol Screen
• Enroll in random drug & alcohol testing program
• Enroll in FMCSA Clearing House as student

Please note the following:

To gain employment in this field, applicants must not have any alcohol-related or major driving offenses during the previous two years on both civilian and military licenses. The Division of Motor Vehicles reserves the right to disqualify applicants based on information obtained during the application process. Employers may have additional requirements.

It is recommended that you schedule a non-regulated drug screen ($70) from On-Site Drug Testing (56 Old Suncook Road in Concord; 603-226-3858) if you have used recreational drugs at any time within the last year. This will verify that any trace of substances has cleared your system (some can stay in the system for as long as six months or more).  This will ensure that when you get tested prior to range and road, you will be able to continue with the program.  If you were to get tested prior to range and road and the results were positive, then it would be in your record, and it will prevent you from completing the training and will remain on your record forever which will impede your ability to continue in the career field.

Program Cost

The $9,150 includes training tuition only for theory, range, road, one state test session with instructor and tractor trailer provided.

Students will be required to pay for the following to the New Hampshire Department of Motor Vehicles and the New Hampshire Department of Safety, for your enrollment records, permit(s) and applicable test(s):

• Copy of Learner's Permit: $20
• Complete and pass DOT Physical Exam; valid Medical Card on file with DMV: Cost Varies (est. $100)
• Drug & Alcohol Screen: Cost Varies (est. $100)
• If chosen for a random drug and alcohol screen: Cost Varies
• State re-test fee with Patten's Driving School: $450

This program is WIOA and SNAP E&T eligible.

NHTI is proud to partner with Patten's Commercial Driver Training.

Contact Kathy Taylor, Director of Workforce Development at kjtaylor@ccsnh.edu for more information and to register.

On-line lectures and learning activities are coordinated with laboratory practice to develop dental radiographic techniques. Students are required to schedule two clients. Techniques covered include: digital radiography, processing, mounting and evaluating films. Emphasis placed on client and operator protection, exposure and processing errors, asepsis protocol, radiographic techniques and equipment function. Following completion of the course, you must pass the DANB-Radiation Health and Safety exam before you are eligible to expose radiographs in your office. This requirement is according to the NH State Board of Dental Examiners Rules and Regulations. NOTE: This course does not meet the radiology course requirements for the NHTI Dental Assisting or Dental Hygiene programs.

Online portion: *May 5 - June 27, 2025

*Students are responsible for online coursework the week of April 29 and need to have it completed each week. Be sure to log in on the first day to begin the class.

Clinical portion (NHTI CAMPUS) from 9:00am - 5:00pm

• Friday, May 9
• Friday, May 23
• Friday, June 6
• Friday, June 20

Room:  MacRury 128

Prerequisites:   

1.  400 Hours of Work Experience verified by submitting this Adobe sign EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION FORM

2.   Completion of POI & ICP Courses - email your certificates to nhtiwe@ccsnh.edu as an attachment.

Required Materials:  Textbook - Dental Radiology: Principles and Techniques, Iannucci and Howerton, 6th Edition, ISBN: 978-0323695503

Required PPE:  Students need to bring surgical masks, gloves, N95 for patient care and working on each other, face shield, safety glasses, scrubs, and lab coat.

PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be officially registered and a seat will not be reserved for you until ALL necessary paperwork as well as payment is submitted.

Due to the intensity and stringent NH Board of Dental Examiners rules regarding this course, it is imperative that all course requirements and commitments are met to ensure successful completion of this class. No extensions can be given, coursework through CANVAS must be completed on time, and all in-person clinical sessions must be completed at the time they are offered in order to meet State requirements and receive a certificate. Any variation from expectations will result in a “did not complete” grade. Please make sure you log in to CANVAS on the start date of class.