2007 College Catalog
Associate in ScienceDental Hygiene Program
| | To graduate in the Dental Hygiene program, a student must complete the following required course of study. |
| Course # | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisites | Semester
Offered | Semester
Taken | Grade
Earned | | General Education | | BIO107 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 | CHM109 or BIO101 or CHM101 | every | | | | BIO108 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 | BIO107 | every | | | | BIO201 | Microbiology | 4 | CHM101or CHM109 & BIO101 or BIO107 | every | | | | COM103 | Oral Communication | 3 | ENL010 or a satisfactory reading comprehension score on the basic skills assessment | every | | | | ENL101 | English Composition I | 3 | Appropriate score on the Computerized Placement Test or grade of C or better in ENL050 or ESL201 | every | | | | PSY101 | General Psychology | 3 | | every | | | | SOC106 | Principles of Sociology | 3 | | every | | | | | Fine and Performing Arts (or) Language Arts | 3 | | | | | | Professional Education | | DEN101 | Oral Tissues I | 2 | MAT030, ENL020 & ENL050 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores & CHM109 | | | | | DEN102 | Oral Tissues II | 2 | DEN101 | | | | | DEN103 | Principles of Oral Radiology | 3 | MAT030, ENL020& MAT050 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores & CHM109 | | | | | DEN105 | Community Dental Health | 2 | DEN123 & DEN128 (formerly DEN124) | | | | | DEN121 | Dental Hygiene I | 2 | MAT030, ENL020 & ENL050 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores & CHM109 | | | | | DEN 123 | Dental Hygiene II | 2 | DEM121 | | | | | DEN126 | Clinical Dental Hygiene I
(formerly DEN122) | 3 | MAT030, ENL020 & ENL050 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores | | | | | DEN128 | Clinical Dental Hygiene II
(formerly DEN124) | 4 | DEN121 & DEN126 (formerly DEN122) | | | | | DEN205 | Oral Pathology | 3 | DEN121, DEN126 (formerly DEN122) | | | | | DEN209 | Dental Materials | 3 | DEN101 & CHM109 | | | | | DEN211 | Periodontics | 2 | DEN123 & DEN128 (formerly DEN124) | | | | | DEN230 | Dental Hygiene III | 2 | DEN123 & DEN128 (formerly DEN124) | | | | | DEN232 | Dental Hygiene IV | 2 | DEN230 | | | | | DEN236 | Clinical Dental Hygiene III
(formerly DEN231) | 4 | DEN123 & DEN128 (formerly DEN124) | | | | | DEN237 | Pain Management in Dental Hygiene Practice | 2 | DEN123 & DEN128 (formerly DEN124) | | | | | DEN238 | Clinical Dental Hygiene IV
(formerly DEN233) | 4 | DEN230 & DEN236 (formerly DEN231) | | | | | HEA200 | Pharmacology | 3 | DEN121 | | | | | HEA201 | Nutrition | 4 | CHM109 & BIO107 | | | | | Total Credits: | | 75 | | | | |
The Dental Hygiene program provides selected individuals from various experiential and educational backgrounds the opportunity for education in dental hygiene. Graduates are awarded the Associate in Science degree and are eligible for the Dental Hygiene Northeast Regional Board examination and the National Board examination.
The Dental Hygiene program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association.
Special Requirements for Students Enrolled in the Dental Hygiene Program
Dental Hygiene applicants are accepted only for the FALL SEMESTER.
Applicants must submit the following credentials: - Dental Hygiene Information Sessions: Attendance at an information session is strongly recommended for all applicants to the Dental Hygiene program. The Director of Admissions and the Dental Hygiene Program Coordinator will share up-to-date information about the program and answer questions about the curriculum, clinical assignments, support services and the admissions process. Information sessions are held each fall and winter. Appointments may be scheduled by contacting the Admissions Office or may be scheduled online, please register here.
Criteria for admission includes satisfactory performance in the most recent educational experiences that must include courses in algebra and chemistry.
Successful completion of algebra (MAT030 Elementary Algebra or the equivalent) within the last five years, or satisfactory elementary algebra score on assessments.
Successful completion of chemistry with a lab within the last five years. (CHM109) Chemistry for the Health Sciences I or equivalent completed no later than the summer prior to enrollment in (DEN101) Oral Tissues I. Earlier completion of this course is recommended.
The preferred applicant will present: - An overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale).
- An overall GPA of 3.0 or better in mathematics and science courses. Priority will be given to the candidate who has taken additional courses to fulfill the core requirements.
- Admission decisions are based upon a review of all candidates.
Wait List: Once the incoming class has been selected, a wait list will be formulated with the following criteria: - An overall GPA of 2.8
- An overall GPA of 2.8 in mathematics or science courses.
- The Wait List is maintained in chronological order until the first week of Fall semester.
- Completion of courses required by English and elementary algebra skills assessments prior to registration for dental hygiene courses.
- Students who are required to study developmental education courses should anticipate a three-year program of study.
- The Dental Hygiene program is a sequential course of study. Upon acceptance into the Dental Hygiene program, the student must maintain a grade of 75 or better and a satisfactory clinical evaluation in each Dental Hygiene course in order to proceed to the next Dental Hygiene course. Students who fail a course may apply for re-entry in accordance with the Dental Hygiene Program Re-Entry Policy.
- Due to the rigorous nature of the Dental Hygiene program, completion of additional science and general education courses outlined in the Dental Hygiene program are recommended.
- Clearance by the Director of Health Services requires that each Dental Hygiene student must: undergo a complete physical examination and meet the physical and mental abilities required to achieve the clinical objectives; complete all required tests and immunizations as indicated on the Cape Cod Community College Report of Medical History, and have completed two of the three Hepatitis B immunizations prior to the September of the year the student is entering the Dental Hygiene program. In addition, each Dental Hygiene student is required to maintain current CPR certification at the Health Care Provider level, and carry malpractice and health insurance. College.
- Please refer to the policy statement of Criminal Offender Record Information and Sex Offender Registry Information checks.
- As in any health care environment, students in the dental hygiene program may have risks of exposure to infectious diseases. The Dental Hygiene program adheres to all state and federal regulations to reduce the risk of health care associated infections. Individuals who disclose the presence of bloodborne infectious diseases will be shown the same consideration as non-infected individuals and will be offered reasonable accommodation. Information regarding health status of an individual is considered confidential and protected by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
- As in any healthcare environment, students in the Dental Hygiene program may have risks of exposure to infectious diseases. The dental hygiene program adheres to all state and federal regulations to reduce the risk of health care associated infections. Individuals who disclose the presence of a bloodborne infectious disease will be shown the same consideration as non-infected individuals and will be offered reasonable accommodation. Information regarding the health status of an individual is considered confidential, and protected by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
Overview: This full-time degree program prepares the student to become a dental hygienist who is a preventive oral health professional who provides educational, clinical and therapeutic services to the public.
Career Outlook: There are unlimited opportunities for employment as the demand has been stimulated by population growth with a greater retention of natural teeth by a larger number of middle-aged and elderly people.
Program Outcomes: The Dental Hygiene program at Cape Cod Community College provides students with the theory, knowledge, and experience necessary to obtain competency in the practice of dental hygiene in a variety of settings. Upon completion of the program, the dental hygiene graduate will be able to meet the following learning outcomes: - Integrate knowledge from the basic, psychosocial, dental, and dental hygiene sciences into the dental hygiene process of care.
- Communicate effectively with individuals and groups from diverse populations.
- Utilize critical thinking, problem solving, and evidence-based decision making in the practice of dental hygiene.
- Apply a professional code of ethics while adhering to appropriate legal and regulatory measures when providing oral health services.
- Utilizing risk assessment and health promotion strategies, integrate the goals, values and beliefs of diverse populations in the promotion of health, wellness, and the prevention of disease.
- Safely perform the dental hygiene process of care (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation) for all patients and community-based oral health programs.
- Continually perform self-assessment to maintain professional standards and encourage life-long learning.
- Value the need for personal and professional growth through participation in professional activities and associations.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the variety of career options within the dental hygiene profession.
- Completed Cape Cod Community College Application for Admission with the appropriate application fee by February 1.
- Official high school transcript or GED diploma.
- Official transcript(s) for all colleges and universities ever attended, (if applicable).
- Letter and/or resume indicating reasons for selecting the Dental Hygiene program, related experiences, motivation and other pertinent data.
- Two letters of recommendation from employer(s), science teacher(s), dentist(s) or other health professionals.
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