DHYG 114 Principles of Dental Hygiene I

3 CR

First of seven (7) sequential courses providing theoretical background and skill development for the clinical practice of dental hygiene. Problem solving and critical thinking related to patient assessment and management. Communication skills and professionalism are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene program. MATH& 107 or higher, BIOL& 160, BIOL& 241, BIOL& 242, BIOL& 260, CHEM& 121 or CHEM& 161, CHEM& 131, ENGL& 101, ENGL& 102, and PSYC& 100, CMST& 210 or CMST& 220, SOC& 101, NUTR& 101, all with a B or higher.

Healthcare Experience verification.

ATI TEAS scores: Reading 69.0 or higher, Mathematics 63.3 or higher, Science 45.8 or higher, and English & Language Usage 60.0 or higher.
Completion Of or Concurrent Enrollment In: DHYG 112, DHYG 115, DHYG 116 and DHYG 128 all with a C or higher.