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From the first phone call, CRDTS was extremely helpful in answering my questions quickly and thoroughly.
The reeducation program was way more effective than I believed possible. The educators worked with me to create an individualized program that catered to my exact needs and what I felt I needed to work on. I was surprised at how little time was required to regain the skills I needed to be a safe and effective hygienist.
Because I was the only person in the program, I received one-on-one didactic and hands-on instruction with skilled educators in a warm and comfortable environment! I've never felt so cared for or encouraged as a hygienist as I did during the reeducation program. The program was not only enjoyable, but the educators also gave me confidence that I didn't even have when I was a practicing hygienist.
I am very happy I chose to complete the CARE Reeducation program and believe it made it possible for me to return to practice with refreshed hand skills, knowledge, and confidence.
Hannah Olson
“I would highly recommend CRDTS CARE to anyone who hasn't practiced dental hygiene for many years and wants to prepare for the CRDTS dental hygiene simulated exam and return to practice with regained skills and confidence.
I hadn't practiced for 25 years after a 7-year career in dental hygiene. Upon looking into options to prepare to take CRDTS boards again I became frustrated and discouraged. I couldn't find any help, not even in dental hygiene schools.
As I searched the CRDTS website, I found CRDTS CARE, and it was everything I was looking for and more. Throughout the entire process, CRDTS was extremely helpful, understanding, and encouraging. They walked me through every step, answered every question, and gave me the confidence that I could not only succeed in passing boards but also be successful in helping others in caring for and treating their oral health.
CRDTS CARE couldn't have given me a better experience. I chose a group session and found it extremely beneficial because I had time to practice while my colleague was having one-on-one time with the instructing hygienist. It was helpful to have another hygienist in a similar position who could relate to what I was going through. As we discussed different topics, asked our questions, and shared experiences, it helped me to reset who I am as a professional and gave me renewed enthusiasm for the field of dental hygiene”.
Christy Rasmussen
The remediation program I participated in through the CRDTS organization has benefited me tremendously and has helped me to improve both professionally and personally. My coordinator, Catrice, was extremely positive and provided me with the information and understanding I needed to navigate the program successfully. Her attitude was contagious and motivated me to take full advantage of the program.
My remediation program consisted of the following:
-On-line Spear Education
-Ethics training
-Training in periodontics
The online Spear education was extremely beneficial. The platform provided education in many topics including diagnosis, treatment planning, and periodontics, as well as many other topics related to dentistry. The platform is simple and easy to navigate. Team members can be given access which gives me an easy way to provide team training. My contact with Spear Education, Amanda, was excellent and was always accessible. She answered questions I had about the platform promptly and even provided my team with training for the platform.
I received ethics training via webinars from attorney Mark Brengelman, who’s worked closely with the Kentucky Dental Board. He provided education on multiple dental-related ethical topics and provided detailed answers to all of my questions. He was open to discussion and allowed me to raise ethical concerns about society. He is very knowledgeable and I benefited greatly from his training.
My favorite part of the program was my periodontal training. Because I graduated from dental school in 2011, I was not well versed in the new system for diagnosing periodontal disease. Dr. Mark Edwards provided me with the training I needed to get up-to-date with the latest advancements in diagnosing periodontal disease. He also provided me with tips and templates for training my team. I’ve integrated much of what he’s recommended into my practice.
Overall, this program has been a great experience and I thank all the amazing professionals that were involved.
Remediation Licensee - Missouri
I would like to thank CRDTS, Catrice Opichka RDH and Kelly Mandella RDH for the time they spent with me to during my remediation. It was recommended by my employer to take this course.
I was given information to study before I attended the course. This information I was to study allowed me to understand what was expected of me during this course.
The first day was an evaluation of my clinical skills and a discussion of the course materials. I was evaluated on probing, exploring, hand instrumentation, ultrasonic scaling, and ergonomics. Both Catrice and Kelly individually evaluated my skills. At the end of the evaluation, both gave me information on what they saw that was good and what needed attention. At the end of the course, I was tested on a mock hygiene board.
I was very pleased with the feedback I received and it helped me to understand what I could improve on. There was a section that allowed me to further understand Staging and Grading which is so important with patient periodontal assessments.
The course was intense yet relaxing. Catrice and Kelly made me feel comfortable as I was assessing and reassessing my skills. I received a very in-depth report that came to me and my employer. I also received 12 continuing education credits. The report made it clear that I knew my skills and was proficient at them.
I would recommend this course for anyone having trouble with their clinical skills or want to optimize the skills they have.
Thank you, Catrice and Kelly, for your kind words and help with my remediation.
Kathleen Narlock RDH, BSDH, PHRDH
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