常见问题
What exactly is a Registered Dental Hygienist?
Under the direction of a licensed dentist the hygienist may instruct patients in oral health 教育, perform oral prophylaxis (scaling and polishing of the teeth), 暴露, process and mount x-ray films, give fluoride treatments and apply sealants, 以印象, 协助牙医, and collect medical/dental history data from the client. The majority of dental hygienists are employed in dental offices. Opportunities also exist in public schools, 公共卫生, 专业的学校, 牙科销售, research and expanded duties.
Must a dental hygienist be licensed?
Dental Hygienists must be licensed. To apply for a license in the state one wishes to practice the hygienist must pass the written National Board, a regional clinical and written board and written state exam.
What is the typical salary for a Registered Dental Hygienist?
Salaries vary in different sections of the community, state and country. Salaries in the Cleveland area range from $18,000 to $40 ,000 per year. The average salary of new graduates is $22-$30 per hour.
Where can I obtain employment?
The majority of dental hygienists are employed in dental offices. Their primary duties are oral prophylaxis and health 教育. Additional responsibilities include medical and dental history taking, diagnostic data collection, 营养咨询, 治疗计划, 根计划, exposing and developing radiographs, 病人的牙齿健康, 诊疗椅边的信息, general management of the office and assisting in some laboratory procedures. Other opportunities for dental hygienist include sales, 公共卫生, 教育, research and expanded functions.
这个项目多长时间? Can I complete the program on a part-time basis?
Twenty-one (21) months - two years. 口腔卫生 is considered to be a full-time day program. Most students complete all of the general 教育 courses prior to beginning the dental hygiene curriculum. The completion of the pre-dental hygiene course does NOT ensure an applicant he/she will gain formal entrance into dental hygiene.
Can I transfer credits from another college or university?
一般来说是的. Once a student's transcript has been evaluated for course equivalency, students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with a Tri-C counselor. It is always the prerogative of the degree granting institution to accept or reject courses taken at an institution other than Tri-C.
Is the program offered in the evenings or weekends? Can I work while attending the program?
The program is not offered in the evenings or weekends. Students enrolled in the program are cautioned regarding accepting employment. The intensity and continuity of the program is such that employment may detract from course responsibilities.
Is Financial Aid available?
一般来说是的. Students may qualify for the usual federal or state programs. The 口腔卫生计划 also offers some professionally affiliated scholarships. For more information contact the Tri-C Financial Aid Department at 216-987-4100, or the Program Director at 216 987-4494.
How many students are accepted?
Approximately 22 students each year are accepted into the 口腔卫生计划.
When should I submit an application?
As soon as all admission criteria have been met.