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Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene Jackson College Jackson College, USA

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USD 10512

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

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24 months

Duration

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5.5

IELTS

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61

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Dental hygienists are licensed health professionals who provide preventive and therapeutic care in the management of oral health. The responsibilities of a registered dental hygienist generally include: scaling and root debridement, delivery of local anesthesia, nitrous oxide sedation, topical fluoride, antibiotic and antimicrobial medicament placement, impressions, diagnostic models, dental radiographs, preventive dental education, nutritional counseling, and various laboratory procedures. The treatments and services are prescribed under the supervision of the dentist. More and more information is being learned about the impact of dental health on the whole body. As a hygienist, you will play an important role providing the education about how good oral health can impact your patients’ well-being.

This program will prepare you to perform dental hygiene services in accordance with the Michigan state dental practice act and reflects current theory and practice. After completing all of the requirements of the program, you will be eligible to take national and regional board examinations, as well as apply to obtain licensure to practice Dental Hygiene in the state of Michigan.

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Additional Information

Program Level Associate Degree

College/University Processing Time 21 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

May 2025, Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    5.5 IELTS Score
    61 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    10512

    Tuition Fee
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     Free

    Application Fee
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    17000 Per year

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