Dental Hygiene

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

West Virginia University

Program Overview

Dental hygiene is an exciting profession with many rewarding and challenging career opportunities which include clinical/patient care, administration, education, research, and sales/marketing. Dental hygienists are employed in diverse settings such as private dental practices; clinics; hospitals; long-term care facilities/rehabilitation centers; dental hygiene education; national, state, and local government agencies; and private business/industry. As a licensed health professional and oral health educator, the dental hygienist has an important role in the overall health and welfare of the public. The dental hygienist is an integral part of the dental team, providing direct patient care based on the prevention of disease.

Program Key Stats

$24774 (Annual cost)



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Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Dental Hygienists
  • Dentist
  • Dental Assistants
  • Dental hygiene instructor

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