Program at a Glance

Pathway

Dental Hygiene (RDH)

Degree

Associate of Science

78

Credit Hours

Ways to Learn:

On-Campus
GHC Online
GHC@Night

Program Options:

  • 8-week Courses
    • First Session
    • Second Session
  • 16-week Courses

The U.S. News & World Report listed Dental Hygienist as the #5 profession in its “100 Best Jobs” list in 2015, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment of dental hygienists will grow 33.3% through 2022. A strong math/science academic background is recommended for students pursuing a degree in dental hygiene. By following a recommended sequence of courses this pathway can be completed in 2 years. Start your journey toward obtaining your degree today.

Dental Hygiene (RDH)

Start your journey toward a career in Dental Hygiene

  • Private dental offices
  • Schools
  • Public health clinics
  • Hospitals
  • Managed care organizations
  • Correctional institutions
  • Nursing homes
  • Dental, pharmaceutical or product sales companies
  • Research organizations
  • Educational institutions
  • Corporate environments