Program Listing
Georgian College, Ontario-Canada
Dental Hygiene
Shortlist Program
Program Listing
Shortlist Program
Program Details
3 Year - Undergraduate Advanced Diploma
Course Duration:
3 Years
Application Fee:
100 CAD
Tuition Fee:
18411.36 CAD/Year
Intake:
Fall 2023: Barrie
Students prepare for the role of oral health professional specializing in health promotion, disease prevention, and therapeutic care. Course content includes dental hygiene theory and practice, oral health and biomedical sciences, and the practical skills required for clinical practice. In addition, students learn the principles of professional responsibility and communication, health promotion, advocacy and evidence-based health care. Students apply theory to practice starting in a preclinical setting, gradually building the competence to apply skills in a client-care environment. Under supervision, students are supported while providing ethical dental hygiene care onsite in the oral health clinic and in the community. Students are prepared to work with clients and communities of diverse backgrounds and ages with varying degrees of oral health in a variety of settings.
OSSD or equivalent with Grade 12 English (C or U) Grade 12 Math (C or U) Grade 12 Chemistry (C) or Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry (U) Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U) Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing.
Tuition Fees mentioned above is an approximate value from the college website. Exact tuition will be mentioned in your Letter of Acceptance from the institute. For accurate Admission requirements visit college/university program page.