Associate in Science
Career/Technical (Major Code: 02380)

Prepares students for a career in dental hygiene through the study of humanities, social and natural sciences, and the field of dental hygiene. Emphasis is on clinical practice in the context of dental hygiene care. Graduates are eligible to apply to take both regional and national examinations for licensure.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

• Analyze and evaluate dental hygiene theory to achieve a minimum of 75% on the National Dental Hygiene Board Examination.
• Assess patient needs, coordinate dental hygiene treatment and demonstrate clinical skills to pass regional licensing examination.

Department Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene Program

Note: A grade of 75% (“C”) or better is required in all dental hygiene courses for progression in the Dental Hygiene program and to graduate.

To earn an associate degree, additional general education and graduation requirements must be completed.  An Arts/Humanities general education course of three units must be completed by the end of the fourth semester. It is highly recommended to complete this general education and graduation requirement prior to the start of the Dental Hygiene program.

Dental Hygiene courses are sequential in the program. Please consult the individual course listings for prerequisites and any other limitations on enrollment.