About the course

Students prepare for the role of oral health professional specializing in health promotion, disease prevention, and therapeutic care. Course content includes dental hygiene theory and practice, oral health and biomedical sciences, and the practical skills required for clinical practice. In addition, students learn the principles of professional responsibility and communication, health promotion, advocacy and evidence-based health care. Students apply theory to practice starting in a preclinical setting, gradually building the competence to apply skills in a client-care environment. Under supervision, students are supported while providing ethical dental hygiene care onsite in the oral health clinic and in the community. Students are prepared to work with clients and communities of diverse backgrounds and ages with varying degrees of oral health in a variety of settings. Graduates of this program are prepared with the knowledge and clinical experience required to become a regulated health professional in Ontario. Employment opportunities are found in a traditional dental office as a member of the oral health care team, or as an independent practitioner and proprietor of one?s own practice. Employment opportunities for the dental hygienist are also found in research, community and public health, administration and industry settings. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: CA$64,305

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Barrie
Fall (September), 2025	Barrie

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Georgian College

Secondary or high school transcripts with proof of graduation, subjects taken, and grades received

　　Math and English credits are required at the Grade 12 level

　　OSSD or equivalent with

　　Grade 12 English (C or U)

　　Grade 12 Chemistry (C) or Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry (U)

　　Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U)

　　You must meet ONE of the following requirements to be eligible for admission to these programs:

　　Secondary school applicants:

　　OSS curriculum: OSSD or equivalent with Grade 12 English (C) or (U) (ENG4C, ENG4U), plus Grade 12 Chemistry College or Grade 11 or 12 University Chemistry (SCH4C, SCH4U, SCH3U), plus any Grade 11 or 12 College or University Biology (SB13C, SB13U or SB14U). Computer skills and knowledge of basic math calculations are highly recommended.

　　TOEFL Internet-based test (IBT) – 79

　　TOEFL Paper-based test – 550

　　IELTS Academic only – 6.0

　　Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) - 76

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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