Programs of Study 117 *ORI 101- Orientation to College is a college requirement, not a requirement of the program. Students placing into remedial/ transitional coursework will be required to complete ORI 103 Orientation (Master Student) instead of ORI 101. See page 24 for further information.
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Dental Hygiene
MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
DNT 100 Introduction to Dental Assisting 2 DNT 101 Pre-Clinical Procedures I 3 DNT 102 Dental Materials 3 DNT 103 Dental Anatomy and Physiology 3 DNT 104 Basic Sciences for Dental Assisting 2 DNT 111 Clinical Practice I 5 DNT 112 Dental Radiology 3 DNT 113 Dental Health Education 2 DNT 114 Dental Office Administration 4 DNT 116 Pre-Clinical Procedures II 3 DNT 122 Clinical Practice II 4 DNT 141 Directed Studies in Dental Assisting 3 37 TOTAL HOURS FOR A.A.S. DEGREE
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Dental Assisting Certificate GENERAL REQUIRED COURSES
ORI 101* Orientation to College ENG 101 English Composition I SPH 106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication MTH 116 Mathematical Applications PSY 200 General Psychology
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*ORI 101- Orientation to College is a college requirement, not a requirement of the program. Students placing into remedial/ transitional coursework will be required to complete ORI 103 Orientation (Master Student) instead of ORI 101. See page 24 for further information.
MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
DNT 100 Introduction to Dental Assisting 2 DNT 101 Pre-Clinical Procedures I 3 DNT 102 Dental Materials 3 DNT 103 Dental Anatomy and Physiology 3 DNT 104 Basic Sciences for Dental Assisting 2 DNT 111 Clinical Practice I 5 DNT 112 Dental Radiology 3 DNT 113 Dental Health Education 2 DNT 114 Dental Office Administration 4 DNT 116 Pre-Clinical Procedures II 3 DNT 122 Clinical Practice II 4 DNT 141 Directed Studies in Dental Assisting 3 37 TOTAL HOURS FOR CERTIFICATE 50
Ms. Barbara Ebert, RDH, MA, Program Director 256.352.8380 barbara.ebert@wallacestate.edu
Associate in Applied Science Degree (5 semesters) Career Cluster: Health Science At a Glance
As a practicing member of the dental health team, the dental hygienist acts as an educator and motivator in maintenance of oral health and the prevention of dental disease. The prac tice of dental hygiene directly affects the health of the public and requires mastery of a complex body of knowledge and specialized skills requiring both formal education and clinical experience that serve as standards for entry into the profes sion. There are many professional roles which the dental hygienist may assume: participation in community health pro grams, dental research, or as an active participant in the den tal office. According to the U.S. Department of Labor and Statistics in 2006-2016, dental hygiene is projected as the second fastest growing career that requires an Associates Degree.
Program Description
The overall goal of the Dental Hygiene Program is to provide students with an educational opportunity to acquire skills, knowledge and professional attitudes necessary for successful employment as competent entry-level, state licensed and nationally certified dental hygienists. The Dental Hygiene Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association, which qualifies graduates to take the National Dental Hygiene Board Examination. Graduates who successfully complete the National Board Exam are qualified to take any State or Regional licensing examination.
Admission Requirements
1. Meet all the general admission requirements of WSCC. 2. Submit an application to the Admissions Office. Applica tions will be accepted until June 1. Applications received after June 1 will be considered on a space available basis. 3. Submit a Dental Hygiene Program Application to the DHY
Wallace State Community College 2014-2015