Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the associate of applied science degree program in Dental Hygiene will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Perform current services and function as a clinically competent dental hygienist.
• Use critical thinking skills in conjunction with the Dental Hygiene process of care: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Function as a clinically competent dental hygienist.
• Demonstrate an appreciation for and an understanding of the importance of being a member of the dental team.
• Pass the Dental Hygiene Written National Boards and the Dental Hygiene Regional Clinical Boards.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of continued learning and professional development.
• Demonstrate an appreciation for community involvement.
• Demonstrate the importance of being actively involved in professional organizations.
• Demonstrate the personal and professional ethics and interpersonal skills that are expected in the workplace.