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Dental Hygiene, A.S. (Limited Access Program)
Your Path to Success
Our Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene degree program is dedicated to cultivating
professional, ethical, and highly skilled members of the oral health team. As a dental
hygienist, you will provide quality, patient-centered care to diverse populations
across various healthcare settings. We are committed to excellence in teaching and
learning, with a strong focus on your success.
Why choose our program
- Patient-centered care: Learn to deliver top-notch care tailored to each patient's unique needs, ensuring their comfort and health.
- Diverse healthcare settings: Gain experience in a variety of environments, preparing you to excel in any dental practice.
- Professional and ethical training: Develop the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, setting you apart in the field.
Program highlights
- Excellence in education: Benefit from a curriculum that emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
- Student success focus: Receive personalized support and guidance to help you achieve your academic and career goals.
Application details
Our program is a limited access program, admitting only 16 students each year to ensure
a high-quality, focused educational experience. Applications are accepted annually
in during the month of February. To apply, you must complete the following requirements:
- Observation hours: Complete eight hours of observation with a dental hygienist.
- Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS): Take the TEAS and meet the minimum required scores.
- Prerequisite courses: Complete the five required prerequisite courses.
For more information on our program, please click on the links below.
Classes begin July 2024
Take the next step
Embark on a fulfilling journey in dental hygiene and make a significant impact in
the field of oral health! Join Apply to our Dental Hygiene Program and become a key
player in promoting oral health and enhancing patient care. Our commitment to excellence
in teaching and learning ensures you will be well-prepared for a successful and rewarding
career as a dental hygienist.
Professional Student Opportunities
American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA)
ADHA is the largest national United States organization representing the professional
interests of dental hygienists across the country.
http://www.adha.org
Florida Dental Hygienists’ Association (FDHA)
FDHA is the state organization representing the professional interests of Florida
licensed dental hygienists.
http://www.fdha.org
Dental Hygiene Clinic
SMILE! Get your teeth cleaned and x-rays taken at a discount in DSC Dental Hygiene
Program’s Dental Hygiene Clinic.
Only on the DeLand campus.
Additional Information about the Degree
Accreditation
The Dental Hygiene Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of “approval without reporting requirements”. The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678. The Commission’s web address is http://www.ada.org/en/coda.
Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Key Dates
Key Dates
February
Application Period
End of April
Decision Letters Mailed
July
Classes Begin - Summer B
