In this course you will learn best practices for capturing outstanding aerial imagery. You will get an introduction to using Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Pro for post-processing. You will need to have access to the current versions of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro so you can work on class activities. These applications are part of Adobe Creative Cloud.

The instruction is being provided by SkyOp, the leading sUAS courseware developer and training company in the country. The course will focus on small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS). These are defined by the FAA as weighing less than 55 lbs.

Dates: Monday July 21, Wednesday July 23, Friday July 25, and Monday July 28, 2025

Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm ET

Location: SkyOp Online Classroom

In this course you will learn best practices for drone-based image data collection. You will also get an introduction to basic post-processing techniques using Pix4Dmapper. You will need to have access to the current version of Pix4Dmapper so you can work on class activities.

The instruction is being provided by SkyOp, the leading sUAS courseware developer and training company in the country. The course will focus on small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS). These are defined by the FAA as weighing less than 55 lbs.

Dates: Monday August 4, Wednesday August 6, and Friday August 8, 2025

Time: 11:00am - 4:30pm ET

Location: SkyOp Online Classroom

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.

CEU:  3

Session 1 - CRN 30713 - Online: 6/16/25 - 6/27/25

Session 2 - CRN 30740 - Online: 8/11/25 - 8/22/25 

Offered as a rolling admission throughout the semester.

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
• Refresher Application

Please email to:  nhtiwe@ccsnh.edu

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

With online and hands-on components, course topics include barrier techniques, limiting contamination, hand washing, handling of sharps, sterilization, disinfection, and disposal of waste materials. Participants must complete assignments online prior to clinical portion. 

Students normally take Infection Control Practice and Preliminary Oral Inspection at the same time, same session as these classes are prerequisites for our other dental classes.

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

Session 1 - (CRN 11126) - Online: 8/30/25 - 9/13/25 (Margaret McManus, and Elizabeth Brown)

              Clinical: NHTI campus - 9/13/25 - 8:30am - 12:30pm

Session 2 - (CRN 11384) - Online: 9/27/25 - 10/4/25  (Margaret McManus, and Elizabeth Brown)

              Clinical: NHTI campus - 10/4/25 - 8:30am - 12:30pm

 Please note: 

• Course not designed to meet annual OSHA training requirement. 
• Course not required for dental assistant graduates from ADA accredited programs.

CEUs: 6

Required documents: None

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements: Students must provide their own PPE.  Required PPE includes 2 surgical masks, N95, safety shield, gloves, scrubs, and a lab jacket.

About the instructor:

Margaret McManus earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from the University of New Hampshire in 2018 and her degree in Dental Hygiene from NHTI in 2021. She is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a focus on leadership at Southern New Hampshire University. Margaret worked as a traditionally trained dental assistant until 2020 and now works as a clinical dental hygienist in private practice, where she also supports new hires through the onboarding and training process.

Online: September 20 - October 18, 2025

In Person at NHTI: October 4, 2025 from 8am - 5pm AND October 18, 2025 from 8am - 12pm

CEUs: 12

Prerequisites and required documents:

• ADA Graduate Dental Assistant OR proof of completion of POI and ICP courses.
• Medical History Form - please print form, fill out, scan and email back to MMcManus@ccsnh.edu
• Informed Consent Form

*Email required documents within 10 days of registration to secure your seat:  nhtiwe@ccsnh.edu   

**You will NOT be officially registered and a seat will not be reserved until ALL necessary paperwork as well as payment has been submitted.

Required by student:

• Treat 5 paitents under the supervision of a NH dentist between clinical sessions.

Required PPE: Lab coat, safety glasses, 2 face masks, N95 mask

This required course reviews infection control procedures through lecture and clinical activities. Dental hygienists learn the latest protocols for proper asepsis in non-traditional settings and are strongly encouraged to bring a portable dental unit. 

September 20, 2025 from 8:30am - 12:30pm

CEUs: 6

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements: Students must provide their own PPE. This class requires: A surgical masks, face shields, scrubs, and a lab jacket.

About the instructor:

Myra has been in the dental field for over 20 years, beginning with working at a dental office where she was trained as a dental assistant. As her enthusiasm grew in the dental field, she went on and pursued a degree in dental hygiene. She graduated from NHTI Concord in 2005, earning her RDH. She then completed her certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration and monitoring in 2010 from NHTI Concord. Myra worked in private practice for 15 years, and during that time she volunteered, offering free dental preventive services for school-aged children at the Greater Nashua Dental Connection, a non-profit organization where she also served as a member of the Board of Directors. Myra earned her Certified Public Health Certification in 2019, from NHTI Concord. As her passion for working in the public health sector continued to grow, she took a full-time position at The Greater Nashua Dental Connection as a public health dental hygienist where she currently works.

Myra is presently one of the dental investigators for the State of N.H. She also served as President for the N.H. Dental Hygienists’ Association and Chair of the Dental Hygienists’ Committee under the N.H. Board of Dental Examiners, from 2019- 2022.

In her spare time, Myra enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and helping others. She is a Reiki practitioner and donates her time at Southern NH Medical Center, in Nashua.

Myra is committed to providing care to underprivileged individuals. Her passion and empathy are recognized by many.

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.

Fall Session 1 (CRN 11576): September 22 - October 24, 2025

Zoom Orientation Meeting: Monday, September 22, 2025, 9-10:30am.

Online Theory (40 Hours): September 22 - October 10, 2025 (self-paced 40 hours of course instruction over 3 weeks)

In-person Range (25 Hours): October 14 - October 17, 2025 (in person 8am-4:30pm T-F)

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

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.