how to become a dental hygienist?

Question

i have my BS degree in computer programming from my country, and i don't know how i shoud apply for the dental hygien AS degree? and i want to know how long it takes for me, and what are the steps i should take.

Answer 1

IT's a two year program.
You will need to take pre-reqs like Biochemistry, Microbiology, Anatomy & phisiology. Your Econ, Soc, Written & Oral Comm should transfer. You also need a psych. course.

Then comes the Core courses. It's a great field, do it if you have time to devote to all the studies you need. Be prepared for waiting lists, some schools have 4 to 5 year waiting lists.

Answer 2

Your Local Community College...Find a program go through like everyone else. But why would a programmer go into a field that deals with people's mouths all day.

Answer 3

Some dentists will train their own dental hygienists if they have the time. So formal training isn't always possible.

Answer 4

research the dental schools in your area on the internet . then go and apply at the school of your choice.

Answer 5

Here's the web site for Colorado School of Dentistry.

http://www.uchsc.edu/sod/units/acadAdm/pagesAcadAdm/dentalHygProg.htm

They'll have a similar website for any programs that are in your area.

Answer 6

go to the school find out the course program and how long it runs..probably lil less than two years since you allready got you core courses finished.

Answer 7

go to school and get a degree in dental work.

Answer 8

You will have to go to collage and then to training. You will need a high school diploma.

Answer 9

so dont waist time...find a good job

Answer 10

first make sure yer teeth r really clean!!!!!!! LOL