At Nucleus University School of Dentistry, we recognize that dental education encompasses more than the acquisition of scientific knowledge; it requires the concurrent development of essential skills and professional attitudes. Our curriculum is designed to equip students with a diverse array of abilities, including observational acumen, effective communication, motor proficiency, intellectual aptitude, and behavioral and social competency.

Given the unique demands of dental training, the admissions committee diligently selects candidates capable of successfully navigating our rigorous program. Throughout their education, students engage in clinical practice, providing treatment for patients and honing their skills through collaboration with peers. This practical experience is integral to their development as competent dental professionals.

To ensure the safety and efficacy of patient care, it is imperative that students possess aptitude, abilities, and skills across five key areas: observation, communication, motor function, quantitative and intellectual aptitude, and behavioral and social stability. While accommodations may be made for certain disabilities, students are expected to demonstrate a reasonable level of independence in their performance. The involvement of third parties in meeting curriculum requirements is not permissible, as it undermines the student's ability to independently exercise judgment and clinical skills.

Students must be able to:

• Acquire information and skills by actively engaging in demonstrations and experiences across basic, behavioral, and dental sciences.
• Accurately observe patients from various distances, utilizing standard instrumentation, when necessary, to gather pertinent information for documentation.
• Recognize and interpret both verbal and non-verbal cues displayed by patients.
• Effectively interpret information presented in various formats, including paper, film, slides, computer displays, and video.
• Demonstrate competence in interpreting radiographs and other graphic representations, including 3-D images.

Students must be able to:

• Express themselves clearly and empathetically when interacting with patients.
• Gather and relay information effectively, including identifying changes in mood, activity, and posture, while recognizing and interpreting non-verbal cues crucial for developing a comprehensive health history.
• Communicate fluently and accurately in both oral and written English with all members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, patients, and their families or legal representatives, particularly in emergency situations.
• Interpret and apply information contained in requisitions, notes, and electronic patient records.
• Understand and implement clinical instructions provided by colleagues.

Students must be able to:

• Demonstrate adequate gross and fine motor coordination, equilibrium, and dexterity necessary for performing precise movements required in general patient care and emergency treatments.
• Utilize touch and vision proficiently.
• Conduct palpations and other diagnostic maneuvers effectively.
• Perform laboratory procedures and work with standard laboratory materials proficiently.
• Reach and manipulate dental equipment in various positions to control the operating environment.
• Activate the emergency medical system competently.

Students must be able to:

• Demonstrate proficiency in measuring, calculating, reasoning, analyzing, integrating, and synthesizing information.
• Apply strong problem-solving skills, particularly in emergency situations.
• Understand three-dimensional relationships and spatial structures.

Students must be able to:

• Develop emotional resilience necessary for utilizing intellectual abilities effectively, exercising sound judgment, and promptly fulfilling patient care responsibilities.
• Adhere to attendance policies.
• Employ exceptional organizational skills and multitasking abilities.
• Respect the time and privacy of others.
• Develop mature, sensitive, and effective relationships with patients, colleagues, and staff, regardless of differences in race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, or other attributes.
• Manage physically and emotionally demanding workloads and function effectively under stress.
• Adapt to changing environments and demonstrate flexibility in responding to uncertainties in patient care.
• Accept constructive feedback and modify behavior accordingly.
• Display empathy, integrity, concern for others, and interpersonal skills, demonstrating a genuine commitment to becoming a competent dental professional.