What type of courses provide hour for hour credit?

Self-instructional programs are designed to provide continuing education in a flexible manner, allowing participants to study at their own pace and reflect on the material presented. These programs are structured to cover specific learning objectives, ensuring that participants gain the necessary knowledge required for their professional development.

Many regulatory bodies recognize self-instructional programs as legitimate sources of education, allowing participants to receive hour-for-hour credit for the time studied. This aligns well with the continuing education requirements of various professions, including dental hygiene, promoting lifelong learning and skill enhancement.

In contrast, clinical courses, technical courses, and practice management courses might not always offer hour-for-hour credit due to varying factors such as teaching methods, hands-on experience requirements, and the manner in which participants engage with the material. Each type of course has specific educational goals and assessment methods that may lead to different credit allocation practices.