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Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene
Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene

Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene

  • ID:UNH10033
  • Level:Associate Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry requirements

  • Completed online application
  • Official certified copies of senior secondary/high school records.
  • One letter of recommendation from an academic source (teacher or guidance counselor).
  • A personal essay

English requirements

  • TOEFL Internet Based: 80
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • PTE score: 53

Other requirements

In addition to the general admission requirements for all prospective University of New Haven students, it is recommended that applicants to the dental hygiene program demonstrate satisfactory performance in the sciences and mathematics. It is strongly recommended that applicants have completed both high school biology and chemistry with laboratory and two years of college preparatory mathematics. An in-person or telephone interview with the department director or a faculty member is recommended; letters of recommendation supporting the student’s ability to pursue a rigorous science-based curriculum and desire to contribute in the health care delivery system are strongly encouraged.

Course Information

Help protect the gateway to the body

The health of the mouth can affect the health of the entire body. Infection and inflammation of the teeth and gums can have long-term systemic consequences. In our B.S. in Dental Hygiene program, — one of the finest dental hygiene programs in the U.S. — you will learn just how important the dental hygienist is to patients’ overall health and will acquire the in-classroom knowledge and hands-on expertise you need for success in this highly rewarding field.

You will learn important prevention and detection skills as you become both a knowledgeable practitioner and a guardian of your patients’ health. You’ll also:

  • Learn about the latest advances in dental hygiene standards and infection control
  • Gain experience with modern treatment stations and techniques
  • Benefit from cutting-edge virtual instruction programs
  • Experience modern digital radiology and dental materials laboratories
  • Learn from experienced faculty with vast clinical experience
  • Apply what you learn while working with patients at the University of New Haven Dental Center – which has been called "a tremendous hidden gem" – and other internship sites

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University Core Curriculum (28 credits):

  • CC 1:  ENGL 1112 - Seminar in Academic Inquiry and Writing

or

  • CC 1:  ENGL 1113 - Seminar in Academic Inquiry and Writing for English Language Learners
  • CC 2:  COMM 1130 - Principles of Communication
  • CC 3:  MATH 1108 - College Mathematics

or

  • CC 3:  MATH 1110 - College Algebra
  • CC 4:  BIOL 1121 - General and Human Biology I with Laboratory
  • CC 5:  UNIV 1141 - Introduction to Academic Research and Project Management
  • CC 6: Any CC 6 Tier 1 course
  • CC 7.1:  PSYC 1111 - Introduction to Psychology
  • CC 7.2  HLTH 2200 - Introduction to the U.S. Healthcare System
  • CC 9: Any CC 9 Tier 1 course

Dental Hygiene Major Required Courses (72 credits):

  • CHEM 1105 - Introduction to General and Organic Chemistry with Laboratory
  • DHYG 1105 - Introduction to Dental Hygiene I  (if required)
  • DHYG 1110 - Introduction to Dental Hygiene II  (if required)
  • BIOL 2261 - Introduction to Biochemistry
  • SOCI 1113 - Sociology
  • DHYG 2220 - Dental Hygiene Concepts I with Laboratory
  • DHYG 2214 - Oral Facial Structures
  • BIOL 2259 - Anatomy and Physiology I with Laboratory

or

  • PARA 2230 - Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedicine I

or

  • BIOL 2230 - Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedicine I
  • BIOL 2240 - Introduction to Microbiology
  • DHYG 2215 - Radiology with Laboratory
  • DHYG 2240 - Dental Hygiene Concepts II with Laboratory
  • BIOL 2260 - Anatomy and Physiology II with Laboratory

or

  • PARA 2231 - Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedicine II

or

  • BIOL 2231 - Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedicine II
  • DIET 2215 - Principles of Nutrition
  • DHYG 3327 - Periodontology
  • DHYG 3330 - Dental Hygiene Concepts III with Laboratory
  • DHYG 3342 - Dental Materials with Laboratory
  • DHYG 3320 - Pharmacology and Pain Management
  • DHYG 3325 - General and Oral Pathology
  • DHYG 3350 - Dental Hygiene Concepts IV with Laboratory
  • DHYG 3360 - Local Anesthesia with Laboratory
  • DHYG 4455 - Dental Hygiene Public Health with Laboratory
  • DHYG 4460 - Advanced Dental Hygiene Concepts with Laboratory
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