HARP COURSE

GET YOUR STAFF HARP CERTIFIED!

Start taking X-rays now.

Close the skills gap in your practice, TODAY! Complete HARP Approved course in as little as 3 weeks!

QUALITY AND SPEED

Broaden your pool of candidates. Give your staff the chance to upgrade their skills without having to take time off work.

2

# of Phases in the

course

3

Earliest # of weeks to completion

30

Years of instructor experience

HARP 1 Course Description

This certification course provides students the opportunity to complete the educational requirements set out in the HARP Act to allow for the successful application of radiation in dentistry. Students will gain in-depth understanding of the theory and application of radiation in dentistry.

Topics to be covered address:
Properties of radiation
Interactions of radiation
Biological effects of radiation
Background radiation
Measurement of radiation
Production and characteristics of x-rays
Relationship between technical factors that affect image quality and dose
Radiation protection legislation, control of radiation hazards, and quality control.

Pre-requisites: Minimum 1 Year Chairside Experience OR Internationally Trained Dentist with Relevant Proof of Licensing (W.E.S, IQAS or Equivalent Confirmation Required)
Practical Location: Guelph, ON

Theory Start Date: Immediately! As Soon As You Register.
Course Instructor: Kelly Waterhouse (Level II Dental Assistant, Office Manager)

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LEARNING OUTCOMES

ALARA

Explain ALARA and how best to apply the principle in any radiation-prone

RADIOGRAPHIC MOUNTING

Apply appropriate radiographic mounting techniques

ROLES & DUTIES

Explain the various roles and duties of team members as it relates to dental radiography

COMPETENCY

Demonstrate competency and safety with radiographic techniques considering exposure, radiographic faults and client management requirements

IMAGE PRODUCTION

Explain the various roles and duties of team members as it relates to dental radiography

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Apply appropriate radiographic mounting techniques

PRINCIPLES OF RADIATION

Explain the basic principles of radiation, generation of x-radiation, biological effects of radiation exposure, and risks

FAQ's

What if I miss an exam?

If you miss an exam, you will have to reschedule it without charge.

How much does it cost?

The course is $1995 per student, plus tax. This includes all lessons, tests, exams and access to your instructor via the discussion board. There will be an additional cost for the textbook being used. You will receive instructions on how to purchase the textbook after registering for the course.

Are you an accredited college?

Dental Training Canada and its HARP1 Dental Radiography HARP Approved course are not registered under the Ontario Private Career Colleges Act, 2005 as it is a non-vocational course. However, we do have ministry approval to offer a HARP approved course.

How do I book my practical sessions?

Please see the following steps to ensure you know how to secure your practical session:

Submit application form
1. In the application form, you will select your top 2 practical weekend options
Once you are approved for the course, you will complete registration and pay the fees
Upon completing the registration, you will receive a series of emails that will help orient you to the course, and will also provide you with a confirmation of the practical weekend you have been assigned

IMPORTANT: You MUST complete the theory portion of the course and the theory exam before your scheduled practical weekend. Failure to do so will result in a $500 administrative fee to reschedule you to a different practical session. Also note that by missing your assigned practical session, you risk having to wait until the following year for the next available practical dates.

When do classes start?

You will receive access to the course content starting August 1, 2023.

Where do your students mostly come from?

Our students come from all over Ontario, including:

Toronto
Brampton
Mississauga
Markham
North York
Timmins
Thunder Bay
Guelph
Kitchener-Waterloo
Fergus
Windsor
London
Espanola
Breslau
Hamilton
Oshawa
Much More!

Where do exams take place?

There are 2 exams for the course. There is a theory exam, and a practical exam.

The theory exams will take place online in the virtual presence of your instructor or a dedicated proctor, who will proctor the exam.

The practical exam will take place during your 2 day practical session in Guelph. Be prepared for both!

How long does the course take to complete?

The theory portion of the course is self-paced, and totals 62.5 hours of learning time including lectures, assignments, quizzes, tests, and a 3-hour exam.

Upon completion of your first exam, you will then proceed to complete a 2-day (one weekend) practical portion.

Depending on how quickly and thoroughly you can complete the theory and schedule your practical, we estimate 3 weeks at the earliest. It’s up to you how quickly you would like to complete the course.

What is your cancellation/refund policy?

The Dental Training Canada HARP1 Dental Radiography HARP Approved Course is offered to those individuals serious about being able to administer X-Rays in a dental setting. Individuals are asked to carefully consider registering for the course before making the commitment. It is a high quality course that allows you to receive your certification in the least amount of time and with the most flexibility. However, we do expect full commitment after registering.

For this reason, there are no refunds if you decide to cancel or leave the course part way through.

What are the available practical dates for the upcoming cohort?

The upcoming cohort has the following available practical weekends: