Dental Hygiene Bachelor of Science Program

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Dental Hygiene Degree Completion Program

The Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene is a degree completion program delivered completely through distance education. Applicants wishing to enroll in the program must possess an associate degree in Dental Hygiene from a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)-accredited program and a valid dental hygiene license.

Dental Hygienists are integral members of the dental team who use their enhanced dental, clinical, and social skills to aid individuals in achieving optimum oral health.

Through Concorde's online Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene degree completion program, you will gain a better understanding of specialized populations, different theories for educating patients and students, and the role of public health and disease etiology.

Earning a bachelor’s degree through our online degree completion program will allow current Registered Dental Hygienists to further their theoretical and clinical understanding of the dental field and may provide for new career opportunities such as management, research, teaching, and others. 

Note: This program is a post-licensure program, meaning it is available only to students who already hold a valid dental hygiene license.

  1. **Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023-2033 projected job demand https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-hygienists.htm Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.

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Curriculum

Dental Hygiene Degree Completion Program Curriculum

The Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene is a degree completion program delivered completely online.

Dental Hygiene Degree Completion Program Mission

The program's mission is to provide a supportive learning environment in which the student acquires advanced theoretical knowledge and professional attributes necessary to pursue different career avenues within the Dental Hygiene field or the educational side of Dental Hygiene.

This degree strives to instill the importance of continued personal growth, leadership skills, continued professional commitment, on-going community involvement, and continued research that can benefit the student in his or her professional career.

Dental Hygiene Degree Completion Program Entrance Requirements

All the required Dental Hygiene courses are conveniently accessible and offer flexibility for working students. Applicants wishing to enroll in the Dental Hygiene Bachelor of Science program must possess an Associate degree in Dental Hygiene from a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited program and a valid Dental Hygiene License.

  • Complete an interview with an admissions representative; and
  • Submit a completed application for admission; and
  • Complete an Online Readiness Assessment (Students will be required to complete an online assessment of their ability and readiness to successfully complete their education in an online environment. This assessment covers skills, competencies, and access to appropriate technology to succeed in a distance education environment); and
  • Provide documentation of an associate degree in Dental Hygiene, conferred by a post-secondary institution accredited by an agency as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Commission on Dental Accreditation; and
  • Provide verification of a valid Dental Hygiene License.

Note: This program is a post-licensure program, meaning it is available only to students who already hold a valid dental hygiene license.

Career Outlook

Demand for Dental Hygienists

Dental hygiene jobs are projected to grow at a faster-than-average rate compared to other health care related fields. This field is forecasted to continue its growth because of increased research linking oral health to general health. 

9%

Projected national job demand for dental hygienists from 2023-2033 

Where do Dental Hygienists find work?

Dental hygienists with bachelor's degrees are in demand in a variety of job settings, including :

  • Management
  • Research
  • Teaching
  • Product Sales and Promotions

  1. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.

Financial Aid

As part of our commitment to your success, Concorde ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial aid process. Concorde offers financial aid and scholarship programs to those who qualify.

Accreditation

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  1. Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.

  2. Professional certification is not a requirement for graduation, may not be a requirement for employment nor does it guarantee employment.

  3. Financial aid is available to those who qualify but may not be available for all programs. Concorde does not guarantee financial aid or scholarship awards or amounts.

  4. Clinical hour requirements and delivery may vary by campus location and may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee clinical site assignments based upon student preference or geographic convenience; nor do clinical experiences guarantee graduation, post-clinical employment or salary outcomes.

  5. Registration and certification requirements for taking and passing these examinations are not controlled by Concorde, but by outside agencies, and are subject to change by the agency without notice. Therefore, Concorde cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take these exams, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.

  6. Externships are a non-paid in-person learning experience, whose length and location may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee externship placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.