The Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation for Dental Hygienists course is designed to instruct licensed Dental Hygienists in the art and science of minimal inhalation sedation using nitrous oxide and oxygen.
The course covers the evaluation of child and adult patients before administration, patient management during administration, and management of medical emergencies.
The course includes five weeks of didactic, online learning (15 hours) and one day (eight hours) of on-site clinical practice. Students are expected to be present in the ULM Dental Hygiene Clinic for the clinical portion on the final day.
Upcoming Course Dates
Registration opens July 1, 2026, for these classes*
Fall 2026:
August 24-October 2/3, 2026
Spring 2027:
January 26-March 5/6, 2027
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Required textbook
Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation, 4th ed.
Authors: Clark, Morris S., and Ann L. Brunick
(ISBN # 978-1-4557-4547-0)
*Print edition or e-book acceptable.
Required Clinicals Attire
Scrubs
Course Price: $900.00
*Before registering for this course
Send PDFs of Dental Hygiene State License and proof of active CPR training to the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development, ced@ulm.edu. Once received, the office will contact the participant to complete registration.
Location:
Online Instruction
August 24-October 2, 2026 via Canvas
Enrolled students will receive Canvas login instructions via email on or the day before the first day of class.
Onsite Clinicals (wear scrubs)
Caldwell Hall, Room 218
October 2 or 3, 2026
8:00 am-5:00 pm
Before registering for this course, send PDFs of Dental Hygiene State License and proof of active CPR training to the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development, ced@ulm.edu. Once received, the office will contact the participant to complete registration.
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