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Associate in Science Degree in Dental Hygiene Dental hygienists work in school systems' dental health programs, for health agencies, on government research programs and as teachers. Working under the supervision of a dentist, dental hygienists check and clean teeth, chart tooth conditions, take radiographs, apply fluoride, impart dental health information, sterilize instruments, and perform other chairside and office duties. Upon successful completion of this curriculum, the student is eligible to take a licensing examination prescribed by the board of dental examiners of the state in which she chooses to practice. THIRD QUARTER Health or Physical Education (See Specific Graduation Requirements) Biology 440-123 Principles of Medical Science Psychology 810-101 General Psychology Dental Hygiene 500-130 Dental Materials 500-131 Clinical Dental Hygiene 500-132 Radiology
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SUMMER SESSION Cr. Hrs. Sociology 850-101 Introductory Sociology Speech 870-101 Fundamentals of Oral Communication Home Economics 640-121 Foods and Nutrition
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