Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene
Help Others Keep Their Smiles Healthy
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Program Overview
Train for a career that gets smiles with Concorde in Tampa. Our CODA-accredited Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene program offers you the foundation of science, professional knowledge and clinical skills you need to help others preserve their oral (and overall) health.
Dental hygienists work within dental practices to provide cleanings, perform screenings and take x-rays. They also provide education on at-home care to patients. Finally, hygienists act as an important source of information for the dentist, alerting them to problems or changes in a patients’ dental health.
PROGRAM FACTS
Skill Building
Complete your associate degree in as few as 17 months.*
Versatile Curriculum
Learn to provide cleanings, take x-rays, and promote oral health.
Flexible Class Schedules
Program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
Dental Hygiene Curriculum
The dental hygiene associate degree program at Concorde covers general education, dental science and practical skills. Thanks to our on-site dental clinic, you’ll have the opportunity to gain supervised clinical experience treating patients and serving the local community while you learn.
This program is designed to be completed in as few as 17 months* of study, including board certification exam review.
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Dental Materials
- Dental Office Management
- Dental Radiography
- Periodontology
- Dental Public Health
- Dental Law and Ethics
*Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to the current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.
Take the Next Step Now
Think you’d love to become a dental hygienist? Contact Concorde Tampa today to learn if our dental hygiene degree program is right for you!
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