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6 Bachelor Programs in Dental Hygiene 2024

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    Bachelor Programs in Dental Hygiene

    A bachelor’s degree is awarded to an individual who has completed the recommended coursework and credits of a lower-division program. Typically, bachelor's programs take four years to complete, though they can take as long as seven.

    What is a Bachelor in Dental Hygiene? The goal of this program is to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to systematically promote oral health in the community. During their course of study, students may learn how to evaluate patients’ oral health statuses, make accurate diagnoses and determine which methodologies to use to best treat certain conditions. They may also be asked to demonstrate their understanding of hygiene and safety requirements so as to better ensure the ethical interests of their patients. Ultimately, the program is meant to foster individuals who can perform universal oral healthcare services that reflect modern sciences and technological advancements for patients with varying needs.

    Graduates of this program tend to be independent workers and self-motivated. They typically develop their sense of ethics and attention to detail. Each of these traits may take them far in their careers and in life.

    The cost of a bachelor’s program varies from school to school and location to location. Other factors that may affect the total cost of education include program duration and living expenses.

    Graduates of a Bachelor in Dental Hygiene program may not only find that they’re well suited for a career as a dental hygienist, but they may also discover that they are equipped for a number of other exciting careers in the healthcare industry. Some graduates may go on to be dental assistants, while others may choose to become medical device sales reps. Because much of the program focuses on administrative duties, participants may become dental office managers, and some enter the field of academia as health educators.

    More schools are beginning to offer online courses in the field of dental hygiene. To learn more about accredited programs near you, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.