The program is designed to prepare students to serve in a dynamic and growing health profession as members of the dental health team. After successful completion of the program, the student will be eligible to take the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination and professional licensure examinations. Upon successful completion of the licensing process, the title 'Registered Dental Hygienist' (R.D.H.) is awarded.
Transfer is not the primary purpose of an A.A.S. program, but NOVA has articulation agreements that facilitate the transfer of this and other career-oriented programs to selected senior institutions. Students interested in transfer should contact a counselor or their academic advisor early in their program.
Below is a table that shows the courses needed to satisfy this program. Please speak with an advisor to ensure you meet your program requirements.
| Two Years | Credits |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites | |
|
BIO
141
|
4 |
|
BIO
142
|
4 |
|
Microbiology for Health Sciences
BIO
150
|
4 |
|
ENG
111
|
3 |
|
SDV
101
|
1 |
| Total | 16 |
| 1st Semester | |
|
DNH
111
|
2 |
|
DNH
115
|
3 |
|
DNH
130
|
2 |
|
DNH
141
|
5 |
|
CST
229
|
3 |
| Total | 15 |
| 2nd Semester | |
|
DNH
120
|
1 |
|
DNH
142
|
5 |
|
DNH
145
|
2 |
|
DNH
146
|
2 |
|
DNH
216
|
2 |
| Total | 12 |
| 3rd Semester | |
|
DNH
143
|
3 |
|
DNH
214
|
2 |
| Total | 5 |
| 4th Semester | |
|
DNH
150
|
2 |
|
DNH
226
|
2 |
|
DNH
235
|
2 |
|
DNH
244
|
5 |
|
PSY
200
|
3 |
| Total | 14 |
| 5th Semester | |
|
DNH
227
|
1 |
|
DNH
230
|
1 |
|
DNH
245
|
5 |
|
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
1
|
3 |
| Total | 10 |
| Total credits for the Associate of Applied Science = 72 | |
1 See humanities/fine arts courses listed under General Education Electives. Elective should be selected with advice of a counselor or faculty
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