Nitrous Oxide Inhalation Monitoring

TENTATIVE DATE---Subject to change

NOTE!  All course material will be sent via email.  This class meets VIRTUALLY.  The student must have a reliable Internet connection and, webcam (video and audio capable).

State test given through PSI Testing Center.  Students must be a registered Dental Hygienist, an Expanded Dental Assistant or an OJT Dental Assistant who has been on the job for at least 2 consecutive years.

SC Board of Dentistry has set specific eligibility requirements.  Please make sure you are eligible before registration. 

Students will be required to complete and submit an Application for Certification to the Board of Dentistry as soon as you receive your Greenville Technical College Nitrous Oxide Inhalation Monitoring certificate (sent via USPS).  The Nitrous Oxide application may be accessed at the Board's website at:  https://llr.sc.gov/bod/, click on "Applications/Forms" and scroll down to the "Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification" found under "Dental Hygiene License."

This four-hour course is designed to teach dental hygienists and dental assistants the proper procedure for monitoring nitrous oxide-oxygen administered in the dental office.

NOTE:  Must be or have one of the following 
1.  Certificate as a dental hygienist or dental assistant from an ADA school.
2.  An OJT-trained dental assistant who has been on the job for at least 2 years.

If you do not fall in one of the above categories, and you would like further information, contact Tasha Jackson at Tasha.Jackson@gvltec.edu or call 864-250-3641.

Course material is emailed to students.