CCF 1 (Clinical Care Foundations 1) introduces students to the dental profession and their associated privileges and responsibilities as dental professionals. Elements covered in this course include ethical decision-making principles, evidence-based clinical decision-making, self- assessment, community healthcare, and patient-centered and culturally sensitive health care.
Students also learn population-based strategies for promoting oral health and the variety of dental practice delivery models. The application of the knowledge and values learned in this course will be assessed throughout the curriculum. Successful completion of CCF1 is required to progress to the D2 year.