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Tara VanMeter
Tara VanMeter
Faculty
Instructor
Department of Dental Hygiene
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101B Center for Health Education, UHS
6056585957
[email protected]
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Education:
MS, Master of Science in Dental Hygiene Education, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry, 2022
BS, Dental Hygiene , University of South Dakota, 2018
AAS in Dental Hygiene, Dental Hygiene, Iowa Western Community College, 2010
Diploma, Dental Assisting, Western Iowa Tech Community College, 2001
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Licensures and Certifications:
CPR, American Heart Association
Mental Health First Aid USA, National Council for Behavioral Health
South Dakota Dental Hygiene License, South Dakota Dental Board
Laser Certification Training, Janet Press through PACE
Iowa Dental Hygiene License, Iowa Dental Board
Local Anesthesia Certification, Iowa Western Community College
Nitrous Oxide Certification, Iowa Western Community College
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Awards and Honors:
Nominee for Belbas-Larson Excellence in Teaching Award , University of South Dakota, 2021
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