This degree program prepares you to become a qualified Licensed 牙科保健师. 牙齿保健师清洁牙齿, examine patients for signs of oral diseases such as gingivitis, and provide other preventive dental care. 的y also educate patients on ways to improve and maintain good oral health.
Course material is divided between theory and technique, and utilizes modern laboratory and clinical facilities. 诊所, dental anatomy/preventive dentistry/dental materials laboratory and radiographic facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, and are used to provide individualized instruction.
的 program is primarily designed for those who wish to enter the workforce immediately following graduation, 然而, the program has articulation agreements in place for graduates of the program who wish to complete a bachelor's degree after graduation.
这个项目是由 口腔卫生署.
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- This is a very competitive program; some students may be advised to choose another option or reapply in the future and complete additional coursework in order to strengthen their application for admission. A published set of guidelines highlighting the criteria used to evaluate candidates can be found on the 选择性录取指引.
- All students interested in this program should review the 技术标准政策. Applicants accepted into the 口腔卫生 Program must be able to meet the department's technical standards as outlined in the 技术标准政策.
- All students interested in this program should also review the mission and competencies of the program.
- If you are interested in practicing the field of dental hygiene outside of New York State, follow the links below for information on requirements for licensure and local anesthesia.
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