These
curricular programs are structured to meet the requirements for
accreditation by the Council on Dental Education by the American
Dental Association.The educational experience offered is both
general and specialized and prepares the graduated hygienist to
effectively carry out the duties as prescribed by licensure requirements.
Hygienists are prepared for varied career opportunities which
include general practice dentistry, specialty practices, public
health, military installations, hospitals or clinics, research
facilities or public school dental hygiene.
Although it is possible to enter dental hygiene education upon
completion of high school studies, most beginning dental hygiene
students will have successfully completed one or more years of
college.
Students who are interested in enrolling in the dental hygiene
programs must first apply to Western Kentucky University. Following
their acceptance as a Western Kentucky University student, they
must apply to the dental hygiene programs for admission. Enrollment
in dental hygiene courses is closed to all students except those
who have been accepted into the programs. Students are required
to have liability insurance coverage during these programs of
study at the University. Students are required to be certified
in CPR prior to official enrollment into the programs. Other rules,
standards and requirements should be obtained directly from the
departmental office.Students must maintain an average of "C"
or better in each dental hygiene course. Additionally, in accordance
with University policy, an overall grade point average of 2.0
or better must be attained upon completion of required curriculum.
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