Program Overview
Dental Hygiene Entry-Level Program
The dental hygiene entry-level program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Health. This program includes two years of dental health courses completed at Pacific University, following completion of required prerequisite coursework.
The mission of the dental hygiene entry-level program is to prepare students to become dental hygienists who provide high-quality, patient-centered care to diverse patient populations in a variety of health care settings. Graduates will have the foundation to pursue careers in education, public health and management.
Dental Hygiene Entry-Level Program Curriculum
Frequently Asked Questions
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Links for more information about the field of Dental Hygiene
- American Dental Hygienists' Association www.adha.org
- American Dental Education Association www.adea.org
Dental Health Degree Completion Program
The dental health degree completion program is intended for current dental health professionals who wish to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Health. Students may attend on a part-time basis. This program will begin in fall 2007.
Master of Science Degree Program
The Master of Science degree in Dental Health is intended for current dental health professionals who wish to pursue a graduate degree. Students who complete the dental hygiene entry-level program or dental health degree completion program at Pacific University may receive advanced standing into the Master of Science degree program. This program will begin in fall 2008.