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Dental Hygiene Bachelor of Science Program

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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.

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24

Months

9%

National Employment Demand (2023-2033)

120

Credit Hours

Program Overview

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

  • The cost for your certification exam as well as pre-certification exam prep coursework is covered by Concorde.

    Tuition fee for the program of study includes the cost for an eligible graduate's first attempt to sit for professional certification.

    Concorde expects all students to complete pre-certification exam prep training through the campus resources at no additional cost to the student. 

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

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.

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

Where Can a Dental Hygienist Work?

Dental hygienist job openings should grow as more people seek dental services.

Private & Group Practices

Specialty Practices

Public Health

Hospital Dental Clinics

9%

National Employment Demand (2023-2033) 

National Job Growth Projected 9% 

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Dental Assistantsprovide both clinical and administrative support in a dental office through tasks such as managing patient charts, scheduling appointments, taking X-rays, sterilizing equipment, and many other responsibilities. Dental hygienists perform cleanings and educate patients regarding general oral care and individualized dental health plans.

The Dental Hygiene program at Concorde can be completed in as little as 18 months. However, this varies by location. Please check with an admissions advisor for program length information.

Call us to find out when the Dental Hygiene program starts at a Concorde campus location near you. Program start dates can also be found in the campus catalog located at www.Concorde.edu.

According to BLS.gov, the dental hygienist job field is projected to grow 6 percent through 2029. Dental care is a necessity to have proper oral health and to keep healthy overall. Therefore, the demand for dental services is expected to rise as the population ages.

Becoming a Dental Hygenist comes with many perks as well as being able to promote oral health and overall body health. As a Dental Hygenist, you'll work in a dental office, educating patients about oral hygiene, interacting with a range of patients, providing routine preventive care and early gum disease management, and much more. Dental Hygenists can enjoy a flexible work schedule and have the opportunity for career advancements.

Concorde incorporates real-world training and off-site clinical experiences in our programs.

For program-specific tuition information, please see the campus catalog.

The Dental Hygiene (Associate Of Applied Science) program at Concorde can be completed in as little as 18 months. However, this varies by location. Please check with an admissions advisor for program length information.

Call us to find out when the Dental Hygiene (Associate of Applied Science) program starts at a Concorde campus location near you. Program start dates can also be found in the campus catalog located at www.Concorde.edu.

For program-specific tuition information, please see the campus catalog.

Students who enroll in the BSDH program are licensed hygienists and will transfer in block credit of 60 hours, earning another 60 hours with Concorde. There are two options for this program, Full-Time (70 weeks) and Part-Time (100 weeks).

This varies by state.

Because this is a degree completion program, Concorde does require a candidate to hold a current hygienist license.

This is specific by state.

Our BSDH takes a typical 24 month degree and allows students to earn their bachelor degree in 70 weeks for Full-Time and 100 weeks for Part-Time.
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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.