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.