What are students encouraged to inquire about regarding education before graduation?

Students are encouraged to inquire about the existence of a procedure checklist that they must complete before graduation because this checklist is essential for ensuring they have met all the necessary clinical competencies required to graduate. This checklist typically outlines a series of procedures or clinical experiences that students must complete to demonstrate their skills and knowledge, thereby ensuring that they are fully prepared for practice. Inquiring about it helps students to understand what is expected of them and to plan their clinical experiences accordingly, ensuring that all requirements are met in a timely manner prior to graduation.

The other options, while they may be relevant queries for some students, do not hold the same level of importance as confirming the completion of essential requirements. For example, the ability to take additional courses or choose clinic assignments may not significantly impact the foundational competencies needed for graduation, and specialization in cosmetic dentistry, while valuable for future career paths, is usually a choice students make after completing their core dental education.