Dental Hygiene - Flint Hills Technical College

Dental Hygiene from Flint Hills Technical College is a Campus Associate Dentistry degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Mission: Graduates of the Dental Hygiene program will have mastered the skills and knowledge necessary to gain employment in dental offices for hygiene functions and management. Students in the Dental Hygiene program will participate in planned and supervised experiences directed toward performing dental hygiene diagnosis and assessment with precision, safety and efficiency. They will demonstrate hygiene skills and integrate these skills into the total curriculum. Students will be active in team cooperation and develop personal growth toward life-long learning. Career Paths: Employment opportunies for men and women in the Dental Hygiene field include: Private Practice Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant Product Sales Representative Research in Dental Health Public Health Office Office Administration Insurance Claims Analyst Dental Office Consultant Overseas Dental Opportunites Hospitals Armed Services Education The Industry: Dental Hygienists are an integral part of the dental team within the dental office. Allied Health Care Workers are in high demand and this field is expected to grow through the year 2015. Experienced Dental Hygienists are rewarded well, and become highly regarded in the profession, entry-level dental hygienists may start around $25-$30 per hour, while more experienced hygienists can earn from $35 - $40 per hour. Dental Hygienists' practice in a dental office and may perform in long-term care facilities and schools with an ECP (Extended Care Permit). Those who complete the Dental Hygiene Program can sit for regional exams in the dental hygiene field. View more details on Flint Hills Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Dentistry courses.