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Dental Hygiene
Program Application For
Fall 2010
Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
Dear Dental Hygiene Program Applicant:
Thank you for your interest in the Dental Hygiene Program.
The Dental Hygiene curriculum is both exciting and challenging, it offers graduates the opportunities for
employment in a variety of settings. Your degree will provide you with a lifelong career that is rewarding
and personally fulfilling.
The requisites for success in the program include a love of science, good manual dexterity, and a strong
commitment to ethical behavior and doing your best. If these qualities describe you, the dental hygiene
faculty looks forward to meeting you and discussing your career goals. This packet includes the following:
• Program Outline • Disability Services information
• Admission guidelines • Essential Dental Hygienist functions
• Admission criteria • Further considerations before you apply
• Admission processing timeline • Dental Hygiene Admission Form
• Allied Health Division application form • Petition for GPA adjustment form
• Application packet checklist • Point award system
• Competencies for entry into the profession of • Program cost list
Dental Hygiene • Program Experience/Observation form
• Dental Hygiene curriculum 2009-2010 • Program outline
The program demands may pose unique personal as well as academic challenges. Most of our students
have multiple responsibilities in addition to going to school (i.e., married, family, job). Success in the
program takes a firm commitment, but the Dental Hygiene faculty is here to help you succeed.
We strongly suggest you prepare well by doing the following:
• Visit and talk to dental hygienists in various dental clinics
• Attend one of our program information meetings. Please see the Program Outline for scheduled dates
and times
• Talk with an advisor/counselor in order to help you with your career plans
• Prepare an economic plan to assist you in meeting program costs
Questions about the application process should be directed to the Admissions Evaluator at
(503) 491-7341; questions about the program should be directed to Teri Tong at (503) 491-7691.
Sincerely,
Teri Tong
Director of Dental Hygiene Program
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
PROGRAM OUTLINE
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Teri Tong (503) 491-7691 Room 2726 Email: teri.tong@mhcc.edu
PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS
Klissa Johnson e-mail: klissa.johnson@mhcc.edu
Teri Tong
Raye Anne Yapp e-mail: rayeann.yapp@mhcc.edu
CAREER DESCRIPTION: Dental hygienists work under the supervision of a dentist. Their
responsibilities include: oral health assessments, head and neck examinations, oral hygiene instructions,
periodontal and preventive therapies, radiographic procedures, community service activities, local
anesthesia, placing restorations and other expanded functions. Dental hygienists must complete a
minimum of a 2-year education program, usually offered in a community or junior college. The course of
study includes general education courses, technical courses on dental hygiene procedures, and clinical
experience. Graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science degree. A 4-year Bachelor of Science
degree is also available at select universities.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
• Prepare dental hygienists who will be able to effectively assess, plan, implement, and evaluate current
dental services.
• Develop appropriate decision-making skills and utilize professional judgment, conduct, and ethics to
provide optimum patient care.
• Encourage flexibility and innovative approaches to problem solving, which stimulate independence
and develop personal and professional responsibility.
• Enhance communication and interactive skills, which enable students and faculty to work effectively
with diverse populations as members of the health care team.
• Advocate active participation and leadership in community activities and professional associations.
• Instill a commitment to continued education and skill development.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM: two-years for a total of 6 terms (Currently, no Dental Hygiene classes are
offered summer term between the first and second year. This may change in the near future).
APPLICATION OPEN AND CLOSE DATES:
Open date: November 2, 2009 – applicants can begin submitting completed program applications.
Close date: Friday, January 22, 2010, 5 p.m. (Please note: Completed applications must include all
required documentation listed on the program application checklist. In order to be evaluated for
admission, all required documentation must be postmarked January 22, 2010 or received by 5 p.m. on
Friday, January 22, 2010.)
MID-YEAR ENTRY: Not available
CORE CLASSES TIME SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (with a few exceptions)
STUDENT ENROLLMENT LIMIT PER YEAR: 18
AVERAGE NUMBER OF GRADUATES PER YEAR: 18
DEGREE AWARDED WITH COMPLETION OF REQUIRED COURSEWORK:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Dental Hygiene
TRANSFER CONSIDERATIONS TO 4-YEAR INSTITUTIONS: Students interested in a Bachelor of
Science Degree may transfer to many local colleges and universities. A degree completion program is
currently available through Eastern Washington University at the Clark College Campus in Vancouver,
Washington, and Oregon Institute of Technology. Numerous online programs are also available.
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
INFORMATION MEETINGS: Dental Hygiene Information meetings are held twice a year. For place,
time, and room number, please check the College’s website at http://www.mhcc.edu/pages/1656.asp
Fall Term 2009: Wednesday, October 14, 6-7:30 PM, room 1657
Spring Term 2010: Wednesday, April 14, 6-7:30 PM, room 1303
ACCEPTED STUDENTS
IMMUNIZATIONS: Accepted students must have verification of measles (Rubella) and chicken pox
immunization, tuberculosis status and have begun a Hepatitis B immunization series prior to beginning
Fall Term, first year.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG TESTING: Accepted Dental Hygiene students are
required to complete and pass the criminal background check. Instructions regarding this process will
be provided to you by the Dental Hygiene Director prior to the beginning Fall Term, first year. (Please
note: the criminal background check requires a fee and the applicant's social security number.)
o Reasons for disqualification: - Individuals with a criminal record may not be allowed into a
healthcare facility as a student. Because it is not possible to meet the objectives of the program
without having clinical experience, anyone with a positive criminal or abuse history may not be
eligible for acceptance in the Dental Hygiene program.
EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONS
• Approximate starting salary: Range for new graduates: $35– $37/hour
• Employment opportunities (locally): very good
• Employment opportunities (generally): very good
ADMISSIONS PROCESSING TIMELINE
Dates Action
September 2009 Applications available. Website address: www.mhcc.edu
November 2, 2009 – January 22, 2010 Notification of initial academic evaluation
January 22, 2010 Application deadline – no exceptions
Mid-February 2010 Invitations to interview mailed
(top 50 applicants only)
Early March 2010 Interviews held
Early April 2010 Notification of results of the interview mailed
Top 18 candidates accepted into program
Next 16 candidates placed on an alternate list. Alternates
are offered a position in the class if any of the first 18
candidates decline a position in the program
Candidates not accepted for a position are welcome to apply
again the following year.
Dates are subject to adjustment.
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
Dental Hygiene Admission Guidelines – Fall 2010
Admission of all students is centralized in the Admissions, Registration, and Records Office. Admission
to the College does not guarantee admission to the Dental Hygiene Program. The Admissions,
Registration and Records Office has the final authority on what constitutes equivalency for all admission
criteria and has the sole authority to inform students of their admission status.
READ THE DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY – Please note that withholding information or giving untruthful
answers to questions on this application could be cause for non-acceptance or dismissal from the
program. If you have questions regarding admission procedures please contact the Admissions,
Registration, and Records Office at 503-491-7341. Regardless of college coursework completed or
how long ago you completed the requirements, all applicants must provide the following
documentation:
A. Application Packet Checklist
B. Dental Hygiene Admission Form: (Please see Application Packet Checklist).
C. Allied Health Division application
All applicants must submit the Allied Health Division Application form with their Dental Hygiene
application materials.
D. $25.00 non-refundable Restricted–Entry application processing fee. (Please see Application
Packet Checklist).
E. Personal resume
All applicants must submit a personal resume with their application materials. Your resume should
include both related and unrelated work experience, along with any volunteer information.
F. Program Experience/Observation form
You must submit, by the application deadline, verification of a minimum of 20 hours of observation
in a dental setting. Ten of these observation hours must be with a dental hygienist. Please use the
enclosed Program Experience/Observation Form.
G. Transcripts Requirements
All high school and college transcripts documenting required coursework listed above must be official.
Transcripts are considered official if they are issued directly by the school or college, are mailed or
delivered in an unopened envelope and are recently dated. If Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC)
holds your official transcript from another college for a previous recent admission requirement, you
may ask for that transcript to be placed in your packet. However, in some cases, it may be necessary
to provide an updated transcript or verification of non-attendance from that college. MHCC transcripts
will be ordered and placed in your application packet if it has been indicated as a college attended.
Transfer coursework from foreign institutions - must be evaluated by the application deadline by an
outside credential evaluation service. The evaluation company must be either AACRAO Foreign
Education Credential Service (www.aacrao.org) or a member of the National Association of Credential
Evaluation Services (NACES). For a list of NACES memberships, please refer to their web site at
www.naces.org. The evaluation must be a course-by-course evaluation with an official copy
submitted to the Admissions, Registration and Records Office. The coursework must be considered
to be at a post-secondary level, have comparable MHCC accreditation status and be parallel in
content to MHCC coursework. The outside evaluation must also be completed for secondary level
education for any evaluation of that coursework toward MHCC admission requirements.
Note: Admissions to the Dental Hygiene program may be rescinded if your entire educational
history is not disclosed on this application. Additionally, MHCC will only accept transfer
transcripts of students in “good standing.” “Good Standing” is defined as achieving at least a
2.50 GPA in the courses relevant to being admitted into a particular program.
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
H. High School/Secondary Education Completion
An official (unopened) high school transcript showing date of graduation or G.E.D. scores verifying
completion is required, regardless of where or when this was completed and even if minimum
high school GPA or G.E.D. composite average score is not met.
A minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.70 is required or a G.E.D. composite average
score of 580 is required. If you do not meet this requirement, you may complete 14 hours or
more of college credits earning a “C” grade or higher in the following courses*:
Two (2) quarters of lab science (BI101 or above)
One (1) quarter of mathematics (MTH60 or above)
One (1) quarter of written communication skills (WR115 or above)
*Please see the MHCC Catalog for course descriptions
Home-schooled applicants. Home-schooled applicants must meet this requirement by completion
of the G.E.D. test. If you are unable to submit an official high school transcript, you must complete
the G.E.D. test. If you completed the G.E.D. and your test score results cannot be located, you
must retake the G.E.D. test.
High school transcripts from foreign institutions. (Please see, Transcript Requirements, for
definition and instructions.)
High school seniors. High school seniors are not eligible for the Dental Hygiene program unless
they have completed college coursework in chemistry. (See, L.2) These students must submit a
seventh semester transcript by the application deadline. If accepted into the program, verification of
graduation must be submitted to the Admission, Registration and Records Office prior to fall term
enrollment.
I. College coursework
All college transcripts must be official and recently dated. (Please see, Transcript Requirements,
for definition of recently dated.)
All college transcripts must indicate a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher.
To document the cumulative GPA, applicants must submit one current, official (unopened)
transcript of all completed college coursework from every college or university ever attended*.
Mt. Hood Community College transcripts will be ordered and placed in your application packet if
it has been indicated as a college attended.
Fall 2009 grades must be included on transcripts submitted for the Dental Hygiene program.
Courses taken pass/fail, satisfactory/unsatisfactory or audit do not fulfill admission criteria for
the Dental Hygiene program.
Admissions may be rescinded if your entire educational history is not disclosed on this
application Failure to supply all college transcripts may be considered to be fraudulent
representation of your academic record and your application may be considered invalid.
*NOTE: Non-accredited college transcripts will not be considered in the initial evaluation of your
application nor can they be considered toward any degree requirements. They may however, be
used toward proof of related education and work experience if you are invited for an interview and
should be submitted for review.
Post-secondary transfer coursework from foreign institutions. (Please see Transcript
Requirements, for definition and instructions.)
J. College Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirements and Petition Process
Your application to the Dental Hygiene program requires that you have maintained a minimum
cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 in all completed college coursework. If you do not
meet this GPA requirement because of coursework that you completed seven or more years ago
you may petition to have your GPA adjusted for purposes of this admission process only.
In order to petition for a GPA adjustment, the requirements include:
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Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
• Your cumulative college GPA is below 2.50 for all college coursework.
• Your college coursework was completed seven or more years ago.
• The terms/transcripts requested in the petition must not include pre-requisites to the program.
• You may petition for an entire term or entire transcript, but not individual classes.
The Petition for GPA Adjustment form will need to be submitted, along with your application packet
by the application deadline. Upon review of your petition, you will be notified in writing whether or
not your petition has been approved.
K. Skills competency
To be successful in the Dental Hygiene program, students need to be academically proficient.
Students are required to demonstrate basic proficiency in the following three areas: reading,
writing, and math. Successful completion of a writing class is not considered proof of reading
competency for purposes of Dental Hygiene admissions. Only a reading course or CPT score will
be used to demonstrate competency in this skill.
Placement into Completion of
Reading 115 or a higher level Reading-specific course within
Reading: Reading 117 or the last 3 years with a “B” grade or higher
Writing 115 or a higher level Writing-specific course within the
Writing: Writing 121 or last 3 years with a “B” grade or higher
Math 65 or a higher level Math-specific course within the last 3
Math: Math 95 or years with a “B” grade or higher
You can demonstrate your skills competency through one of the following processes:
The Mt. Hood Community College Placement Test (CPT)
• The CPT is a non-timed skills assessment test given on a walk-in basis. There is no fee to take the
CPT. Your scores will be available upon completion of the test.
• CPT scores are valid for two years. If the CPT date expires on the application deadline date or
before, the CPT will need to be taken again.
• For purposes of admission to the Dental Hygiene program, the CPT must be taken at Mt. Hood
Community College. Applicants who live more than two hours away may take the test by proctor.
Please call the MHCC Testing Services for more information, 503-491-7678.
• If you are only taking portions of the CPT you’ll need to obtain a “waiver” form by bringing
appropriate transcripts to the Academic Advising and Transfer Center.
• Students who choose to retest in reading, writing or math will need to complete a Retest Self-
Referral Form, which is available in the Testing Center or Academic Advising and Transfer Center
and pay a $10 per subject re-test fee. If your CPT scores indicate you are not ready for the Dental
Hygiene program, you will be advised to take a course or courses in preparation to apply to the
program at a later date. CPT scores that are older than two years at the time of Dental Hygiene
program application are not valid and applicants will need to test for placement.
or
Prior College Coursework
The CPT may be waived if an applicant has completed RD115, WR115 and MTH65 within the last
three years (during or after 2007) with a “B” grade or higher in each (as described above).
If an applicant has earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited school, the reading,
writing, and math portion of the test will be waived and will be considered proficient for admission
purposes for this program. Degree must be posted on your transcript (please see, “Transcript
Requirements,” for definition and instructions).
If an applicant has not earned a bachelor’s degree, prior college coursework in English and/or
Writing does not qualify for reading competency.
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
L. Prerequisite/Required Preparatory Courses
1. Chemistry requirement (15 credits with lab included)* Provide documentation of the
following:
Complete CH104 with a grade of “C” or higher and within seven years prior to the
application deadline, January 22, 2010.
Complete CH105, and CH106 (or the equivalent general chemistry series) with no grade
lower than a “C” within seven years prior to the application deadline and must be completed
by the end of Spring term 2010.
o For the chemistry cumulative gpa calculation, (see, Point Award System), all chemistry
courses ever completed will be included in the chemistry cumulative gpa calculation.
o If you are currently completing the Chemistry sequence, it is your responsibility to
provide verification of enrollment the end of each term. An official transcript verifying
completion of the sequence with grades of “C” or higher must be submitted to the Dental
Hygiene Admissions Evaluator by the end of Spring term 2010.
o Should you be accepted, failure to complete the entire chemistry series by the end of
Spring term 2010 will result in revoking your acceptance into the program.
o CH103, Chemistry for Allied Health, or equivalent one-term chemistry course does not
fulfill the chemistry requirement.
2. Anatomy and Physiology (BI121, BI122), Microbiology (BI234), and English Composition
(WR121) requirement.*
Complete BI121 and BI122 with a grade of “C” or higher and within seven years by the end
of Spring term 2010. (Note: completion date for anatomy and physiology series will change
for 2011 admission)
Complete BI234 with a grade of “C” or higher and within seven years by the end of Spring
term 2010.
Complete WR121 with a grade of “C” or higher by the end of Spring term 2010.
o Should you be accepted, failure to complete BI122, BI234 and WR121 by the end of
Spring term 2010 will result in revoking your acceptance into the program.
*Please note:
If applying for 2011 admission: BI121 and BI122 must be completed with a “C” or higher
and within seven years prior to the 2011 application deadline.
• In addition to chemistry, anatomy/physiology and microbiology, all other college science
courses, for which points are assessed, must be completed with a “C” or better within seven
years prior to the application deadline. For example, for Fall term 2010 applicants, fall term
2003 is the oldest date any science courses can be to qualify. Exceptions may be made for
those working in a related field.
• Due to the rigorous demands of this program, repeated courses, especially in the sciences
are not viewed favorably by the program faculty.
• High school seniors are not eligible for the Dental Hygiene Program unless they have
completed college coursework in chemistry, biology and writing as described above.
• Applicants can meet the mathematics skills proficiency requirement for admissions by
placing into MTH95; however, a mathematics course (minimum of MTH65), with a grade
of “C” or better, must be completed and noted on a college transcript to meet the
general education requirements for graduation from MHCC. (Applicants, who have
completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school, refer to Skills Competency,
above for instructions.)
• Please see the Admissions Guidelines, Section G, for information on transcripts from
Foreign Institutions.
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
M. Related Dental Hygiene experience
It is strongly recommended that you acquaint yourself with a variety of dental hygiene settings.
Observing, conducting informational interviews, volunteering time within the field and/or working in a
dental office are all ways that you can gain valuable experience. The Program
Experience/Observation Form is included in this application packet and must be faxed or mailed to the
Admissions, Registration, and Records Office. A minimum of twenty hours of observation time is
required for admission to the Dental Hygiene Program, ten hours of which will need to be with a dental
hygienist. Persons with dental work experience may submit this documentation in lieu of observation.
(Please see. This form or documented work experience must be faxed of mailed to the Admissions,
Registration, and Records Office.)
Points Assessment
All application packets that are considered complete (submitted all required materials) by the
application deadline will be evaluated and awarded points to determine the top 50 candidates to be
interviewed. Those candidates interviewed will be awarded points for their written and verbal responses
in the interview. The interview points will be added to the pre-interview points to determine the final
candidates to be accepted into the Dental Hygiene program, those placed on the alternate list and
those encouraged to re-apply the following year. Please see the Point Award System within the
application packet to view the categories where points are awarded, amount of points for each category
and to estimate your pre-interview points.
Points are assessed for each category noted below:
Points are only awarded for courses taken through Fall 2009.
Pre-interview (please see Point Award System for further information):
A. High school cumulative grade point average (GPA) or the G.E.D. composite score plus GPA
for chemistry, biology and mathematics. (20 points maximum). High school seniors are not
eligible for the Dental Hygiene Program unless they have completed college coursework in
chemistry. (See K.2)
B. College cumulative GPA plus GPA in chemistry, biology and mathematics. (28 points
maximum). Chemistry and other college science courses must be completed with a “C” or higher
within seven years prior to the application deadline. Exceptions may be made for those working in
a related field. All grades from repeated courses are included in the GPA computation.
C. Residency considerations. (3 points maximum). The Dental Hygiene Program is now accepting
applications from out-of-state.
D. Reapplication. (5 points maximum).
Note: Applicants who were previously accepted into the program and then withdrew or declined
acceptance are not guaranteed priority consideration. If you previously applied for a program, you
must reapply for the program following the current application packet materials. We recommend that
you send recently dated official transcripts. Any transcripts received in prior years cannot be
guaranteed to be on file. Additionally, students, who have been previously dismissed from MHCC’s
Dental Hygiene program or any other health related program, may be denied admission into the
program.
E. Other. (10 points maximum).
F. Work experience (point value determined by program faculty at interview)
G. Group interview (point value determined by program faculty at interview)
The top 50 applicants will be invited to attend a group interview with program staff. This is a professional interview.
Applicants must be prepared to respond to questions verbally and in writing. Written responses will be evaluated for
neatness, legibility, grammar, spelling, and content.
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
POINT AWARD SYSTEM
Please note: All biology, chemistry, and mathematics courses ever completed will be included in the
college/university cumulative gpa calculation for biology, chemistry, and mathematics.
HIGH SCHOOL – 20 point maximum COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY - 28 points maximum
1. Cumulative GPA 1. Cumlative GPA
(minimum of 12 accumulated credits –non-accredited colleges not included)
GPA Points GED GPA Points
2.70 – 2.79 1 580- 600 2.50 – 2.79 1
2.80 – 3.09 2 610- 650 2.80 – 3.00 2
3.10 – 3.39 3 660- 800 3.01 – 3.59 4
3.40 – 3.69 4 3.60 – 4.00 8
3.70 – 4.00 5
subtotal subtotal
2. Biology Cumulative GPA 2. Biology Cumulative GPA
(A&P, microbiology, and nutrition must be completed within the last 7 years)
GPA Points GPA Points
2.50 – 2.59 1 2.00 – 2.39 1
2.60 – 2.79 2 2.40 – 2.79 2
2.80 – 3.09 3 2.80 – 3.00 3
3.10 – 3.59 4 3.01 – 3.59 4
3.60 – 4.00 5 3.60 – 4.00 5
subtotal subtotal
3. Chemistry Cumulative GPA 3. Chemistry Cumulative GPA
(must be completed within the last 7 years)
GPA Points GED GPA Points
2.50 – 2.59 1 2.00 – 2.39 2
2.60 – 2.79 2 2.40 – 2.79 4
2.80 – 3.09 3 2.80 – 3.00 6
3.10 – 3.59 4 3.01 – 3.59 8
3.60 – 4.00 5 3.60 – 4.00 10
subtotal subtotal
4. Math (Algebra) Cumulative GPA 4. Math Cumulative GPA
(Math 100 level or above)
GPA Points GED GPA Points
2.50 – 2.59 1 2.00 – 2.39 1
2.60 – 2.79 2 2.40 – 2.79 2
2.80 – 3.09 3 2.80 – 3.00 3
3.10 – 3.59 4 3.01 – 3.59 4
3.60 – 4.00 5 3.60 – 4.00 5
subtotal subtotal
High School Total________________ College Total______________
Please note: An official high school transcript or GED is still required regardless of which points are
selected.
If the college points are greater than the high school points, double the college points and disregard those from high
school.
College Points X 2 =
If the high school points are greater than the college points, combine the points from both high school and college.
High School Points + College Points =
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
RESIDENCY CONSIDERATIONS
Points
In District 3
Out-of-district 2 (No program)
Out-of-district 1
Out-of-state 0
REAPPLICATION: 5 point maximum
Prior Applicant – Incomplete 0
Prior Applicant – Complete by deadline 2
Alternate Status 4–5
Applicants must be within the first eight alternates from previous year’s selection to receive alternate
status points. Four points for the first year as an alternate and one additional point for the second year
as an alternate (reapplicant).
WORK EXPERIENCE: 20 point maximum
Points are awarded in graduation depending upon the length & type of experience.
INTERVIEW WITH PROGRAM FACULTY: 20 point maximum
OTHER: 10 points
•One point for every high school math and science class taken above the minimum criteria and passed
with a grade of “B” or better (Trig, calculus, biology II, chemistry II, anatomy and physiology, physics,
and courses in an allied health career path)** (5 points max)
**Trig and calculus courses must be identified as such on transcript or you may submit a course
description if courses are only identified as interactive math.
• One point for every science-based course completed within the curriculum passed with a grade of “B”
or better. Must be completed within the last seven years (for example, for Fall term 2010 applicants,
fall term 2003 is the oldest date any science courses can be). Exception to this policy may be made
on an individual basis (Nutrition, Microbiology, Medical Microbiology & two courses in A & P)
(5 points max)
TOTAL POINTS AVAILABLE
Area Maximum Points
HIGH SCHOOL COURSEWORK 20
COLLEGE COURSEWORK 28 (point maximum 56)
*RELATED DENTAL HYGIENE *20
EXPERIENCE
*GROUP INTERVIEW *20
RESIDENCY CONSIDERATION
REAPPLICATION 05
OTHER 10
*To be determined by program faculty at interview
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
FURTHER CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE YOU APPLY
BOARD EXAMS AND/OR LICENSING
You must be licensed to practice in Oregon and any other state. In order to be licensed in Oregon
students must pass two types of licensing exams. It is required that all graduates take these exams
upon successful completion of the program.
DEMANDS OF THE PROGRAM
It is important to understand the mental and physical demands of the MHCC program and the career of
a Dental Hygienist. They are as follows:
Mental Demands
• Enjoy science
• Perform assignments and tasks with attention to detail
• Adapt to change readily
• Process information accurately, thoroughly and quickly
• Think critically and make logical decisions
• Interact positively with cohorts, patients and faculty
• Carry out complex sequence of instructions
• Prioritize tasks
• Base all decisions and actions on ethical principles
• Possess emotional stability
Physical Demands
• Perform tasks that require manual dexterity and good depth perception
• Provide patient services while seated for extended periods
• If you are disabled and need special accommodations, contact the Mt. Hood Community College
Disability Services Office at (503) 491-7650.
Work Limitations While In The Program
• Employment while enrolled in the program is not encouraged, especially during Spring Term of the
first year and Fall and Winter Terms of the second year.
SIMILAR PROGRAMS IN OREGON
Portland Community College, Lane Community College (Eugene, OR), Clark College (Vancouver, WA),
Pacific University (BS degree), Oregon Institute of Technology (Klamath Falls) and the ODS School of
Dental Hygiene (La Grande)
RESTRICTIONS
If you have been convicted of a felony, please be advised that this conviction may prevent you from
placement in clinical training and from obtaining a license to practice within the field. A Dental Hygiene
advisor can provide further instruction on this matter.
Students who have been previously dismissed from MHCC’s Dental Hygiene program or any other
health related program may be denied admission into the program.
RIGORS OF PROGRAM
Applicants to Allied Health Programs must be physically and mentally able to cope with the rigors of the
curriculum and the demanding nature of the health professions. Established academic and clinical
requirements essential to the program of instruction apply to all students and cannot be waived.
Attempts will be made to accommodate and retain qualified applicants with disabilities unless results of
evaluations indicate that given reasonable accommodation an individual will still be unable to perform
the essential functions required by the program. Persons with questions concerning particular
qualifications are encouraged to contact the Disability Services Office to arrange an appointment for
individual consultation and advice prior to application.
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Dental Hygiene Program
Associate of Applied Science
2010-2011
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT INFORMATION
Federal laws have been designed to prevent discrimination of persons with disabilities. If you require
any special arrangements or accommodations during your program of study, please contact Liz
Johnson in Disability Services at (503) 491-7650.
2009 Application Pool Statistics: For the program beginning Fall term 2009 there were 144
applications received. The top 50 applicants were invited for an interview. The minimum number of
points needed to attend the interview was 41 points. 18 applicants were accepted into the program.
ESSENTIAL DENTAL HYGIENIST FUNCTIONS
Please see the following page to review the details on the functional abilities considered essential for
success in Mt. Hood Community College’s Dental Hygiene program. All students are required to meet
these essential functions. The following is a list of these functions:
• Analytical Thinking • Fine Motor Skills • Physical Endurance • Time Management
• Arithmetic • Gross Motor Skills • Physical Strength Skills
• Communication Skills • Hearing • Reading • Good Vision and
• Critical Thinking Skills • Interpersonal Skills • Smell Depth
• Emotional Stability • Mobility • Tactile Perception
Dental Hygiene Students are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards throughout their academic and
clinical activities.
Reproduced with permission of Portland Community College
COMPETENCIES FOR ENTRY INTO THE PROFESSION OF DENTAL HYGIENE
As a student in the Mt. Hood Community College Dental Hygiene Program, each student will become
proficient in the following core competencies:
Core Competencies (C)
C.1 Apply a professional code of ethics in all endeavors.
C.2 Adhere to state and federal laws, recommendations and regulations in the provision of dental hygiene care.
C.3 Provide dental hygiene care to promote patient/client health and wellness using critical thinking and problem solving in
the provision of evidenced-based practice.
C.4 Assume responsibility for dental hygiene actions and care based on accepted scientific theories and research as well as
the accepted standard of care.
C.5 Continuously perform self-assessment for life-long learning and professional growth.
C.6 Advance the profession through service activities and affiliations with professional organizations.
C.7 Provide quality assurance mechanisms for health services.
C.8 Communicate effectively with individuals and groups from diverse populations both verbally and in writing.
C.9 Provide accurate, consistent and complete documentation for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and
evaluation of dental hygiene services.
C.10 Develop a foundation of scientific information on which clinical decisions will be based.
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (HP)
HP.1 Promote the values of oral and general health and wellness to the public and organizations within and outside the
profession.
HP.2 Respect the goals, values, beliefs and preferences of the patient/client while promoting optimal oral and general health.
HP.3 Refer patients/clients who may have a physiologic, psychological, and/or social problem for comprehensive
patient/client evaluation.
HP.4 Identify individual and population risk factors and develop strategies that promote health related quality of life.
HP.5 Evaluate factors that can be used to promote patient/client adherence to disease prevention and/or health maintenance
strategies.
HP.6 Evaluate and utilize methods to ensure the health and safety of the patient/client and the dental hygienist in the delivery
of dental hygiene.
Community Involvement (CM)
CM.1 Assess the oral health needs of the community and the quality and availability of resources and services.
CM.2 Provide screening, referral, and educational services that allow clients to access the resources of the health care
system.
CM.3 Provide community oral health services in a variety of settings.
CM.4 Facilitate client access to oral health services by influencing individuals and/or organizations for the provision of oral
health care.
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CM.5 Evaluate reimbursement mechanisms and their impact on the patient’s/client’s access to oral health care.
CM.6 Evaluate the outcomes of community based programs and plan for future activities.
Patient/Client Care (PC)
Assessment
PC.1 Systematically collect, analyze and record data on the general, oral and psychosocial health status of a variety of
principles.
This competency includes:
a. Select, obtain and interpret diagnostic information recognizing its advantages and imitations.
b. Recognize predisposing and etiologic risk factors that require intervention to prevent disease.
c. Obtain, review and update a complete medical, family, social and dental history.
d. Recognize health conditions and medications that impact overall patient/client care.
e. Identify patient/clients at risk for a medical emergency and manage the patient/client care in a manner that
prevents an emergency.
f. Perform a comprehensive examination using clinical, radiographic, periodontal, dental charting, and other data
collection procedures to assess the patient’s/client’s needs
Diagnosis
PC.2 Use critical decision making skills to reach conclusions about the patient’s/client’s dental hygiene needs based on all
available assessment data.
This competency includes:
a. Use assessment findings, etiologic factors and clinical data in determining dental hygiene diagnosis.
b. Identify patient/client needs and significant findings that impact the delivery of dental hygiene services.
c. Obtain consultations as indicated.
Planning
PC.3 Collaborate with the patient/client, and /or other health professionals, to formulate a comprehensive dental hygiene
care plan that is patient/client-centered and based on current scientific evidence.
This competency includes:
a. Prioritize the care plan based on the health status and the actual and potential problems of the individual to facilitate
optimal oral health.
b. Establish a planned sequence of care (educational, clinical and evaluation) based on the dental hygiene diagnosis;
identified oral conditions; potential problems; etiologic and risk factors; and available treatment modalities.
c. Establish a collaborative relationship with the patient/client in the planned care to include etiology prognosis, and
treatment alternative.
d. Make referrals to other health care professionals.
e. Obtain the patient’s/client’s informed consent based on a thorough case presentation.
Implementation
PC.4 Provide specialized treatment that includes preventive and therapeutic services designed to achieve and maintain oral
health. Assist achieving oral health goals formulated in collaboration with the patient/client.
This competency includes:
a. Perform dental hygiene interventions eliminate and/or control local etiologic factors to prevent and control caries,
periodontal disease and other oral conditions.
b. Control pain and anxiety during treatment through the use of accepted clinical and behavioral techniques.
c. Provide life support measures to manage medical emergencies in the patient/client care environment.
Evaluation
PC.5 Evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented clinical, preventive, and educational services and modify as needed.
This competency includes:
a. Determine the outcomes of dental hygiene interventions using indices instruments, examination, techniques, and
patient/client self-report.
b. Evaluate the patient’s/client’s satisfaction with the oral health care received and the oral health status achieved.
c. Provide subsequent treatment or referrals based on evaluation findings.
d. Develop and maintain a health maintenance program.
Professional Growth and Development
PGD.1 Identify alternative career options within health-care, industry, education, and research and evaluates the
feasibility of pursuing dental hygiene opportunities.
PGD.2 Develop management and marketing strategies to be used in non-traditional health care settings.
PGD.3 Access professional and social networks and resources to assist entrepreneurial initiatives.
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COST LIST (approximate and subject to change**)
Item Cost
Instruments & (1st Yr.) $4,450.00
Disp. Supplies (2nd Yr) 2,100.00
Uniforms/Name Tag 100.00
Immunizations (+) 150.00
Loupes 850.00
Safety Glasses (+) 30.00
Liability Insurance 30.00
Nitrous Oxide sedation course 200.00
Books (2 yrs./DH only)* 1,400.00
Licenses – National, Western Regional Boards, & Oregon 2,000.00
Licensure*
Professional Dues* 90.00
Graduation Fee* 35.00
Differential Fees 2400.00
Total $13,835.00
Note: these costs are approximate and are subject to change. Students are responsible for transportation
costs to clinical practicum sites. Costs are based on 6 quarters (two year). Tuition not included in total costs.
*Books, graduation fees, licensure fees and travel are not included in financial aid reimbursable expense.
** Note: these costs are approximate and are subject to change. Students are responsible for transportation
costs to clinical practicum sites. Costs are based on 6 quarters (two year). Tuition is not included in total
costs.
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CURRICULUM 2009 – 2010
First Credits
Quarter DH111 Introduction to Dental Hygiene 2
DH112 Principles of Clinical Dental Hygiene .......................... 3
DH113 Dental/Oral Anatomy .................................................. 2 The Dental Hygiene curriculum listed
BI121 Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology I ........ 4 on this page is for the current year,
BI234 Microbiology................................................................ 4 2009/2010.
WR121 English Composition ................................................... 3
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Second DH121 Dental Hygiene Clinical Theory I ................................ 2 undergoing revision for 2010
Quarter DH122 Dental Hygiene Clinic I ............................................... 3 admission (see below “ ”).
DH123 Oral Histology/Embryology ......................................... 2
DH124 Oral Radiology I.......................................................... 3 Additionally, the course requirements
DH125 General Pathology...................................................... 3 for this program are subject to change
BI122 Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology II ....... 4 each academic year. For MHCC
Health and Physical Education Requirement‡ ........... 1 certificate/degree requirements, a
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Third DH131 Dental Hygiene Clinical Theory II ............................... 1 requirements the year the student is
Quarter DH132 Dental Hygiene Clinic II .............................................. 3 officially admitted to the program or the
DH134 Oral Radiology II......................................................... 2 year the student is completing the
DH135 Oral Pathology............................................................ 2 program.
DH136 Pharmacology............................................................. 3
DH137 Head and Neck Anatomy............................................ 4 ‡For more information on options, see
15 the College Catalog.
Fourth DH211 Dental Hygiene Clinical Theory III .............................. 1
Quarter DH212 Dental Hygiene Clinic III ............................................. 5
DH213 Expanded Functions................................................... 1
DH214 Periodontology for Dental Hygienists I........................ 2
DH215 Dental Materials.......................................................... 3
DH216 Community Dental Health........................................... 2
DH217 Local Anesthesia ........................................................ 2
Health and Physical Education Requirement‡ ........... 1
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Fifth DH221 Dental Hygiene Clinical Theory IV.............................. 1
Quarter DH222 Dental Hygiene Clinic IV ............................................. 5
DH223 Public Health and Dental Research............................ 2
DH224 Periodontology for Dental Hygienists II....................... 2
DH225 Restorative Dentistry Lab ........................................... 1
FN225 Nutrition ...................................................................... 4
PSY201 General Psychology.................................................... 4
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Sixth DH231 Dental Hygiene Clinical Theory V............................... 1
Quarter DH232 Dental Hygiene Clinic V .............................................. 5
DH233 Ethics and Jurisprudence ........................................... 2
DH234 Practice Management and Dental Hygiene Issues..... 2
DH235 Restorative Dentistry Clinic......................................... 3
SOC204 General Sociology ...................................................... 3
WR123 English Composition: Research................................. 3
Health and Physical Education Requirement‡ ........... 1
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The Dental Hygiene curriculum is undergoing revision (please see Prerequisite/Required Preparatory Courses, p. 8, L.2)
For 2010 admission, you will need to complete BI121, BI122, BI234 and WR121 by the end of Spring term 2010.
For 2011 admission, you will need to complete BI121 and BI122 need to be completed prior to the 2011 deadline.
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ALLIED HEALTH DIVISION APPLICATION
Name of the program you are applying for
Your name: Last First MI Previous last name(s) - for filing previous records
Social security number (optional)* email address
Current mailing address: Street and/or Apt. # Telephone number: Day Evening
City State Zip Cell Phone
College District in which you currently reside Address of named relative: Street and/or Apt. #
Name of nearest relative and relationship to you: City State Zip
Work experience
List type of position and company/organization name, by category, in the grid below. Note any certifications.
Related
Unrelated
Volunteer
Education Record
List all colleges attended. (omission of any college transcript may result in non-admittance or dismissal from the program)
College Major Degree earned or Date of completion
number of credits completed
Have you previously applied for this or any other Allied Health program? ______yes_______No
If yes, please list in the grid below.
Program Title Which year(s) did you apply Name of School
References
List two personal – non-relatives
Name Address Phone
1.
2.
*(See, Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing Section of packet.)
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PROGRAM EXPERIENCE/OBSERVATION FORM
Please use the following form to document your Dental Office experience and/or observation. The Dental
Office Supervisor will need to complete and fax or mail this form to the Admissions, Records and
Registration Office (Attn: Dental Hygiene Admissions Evaluator). Our fax number is 503-491-7388, and this
form must be received before the deadline date of January 22, 2010 by 5 p.m. You may use additional
forms as necessary. You must complete a minimum of 20 hours, 10 of which will need to be with a hygienist.
TO: Attn: Dental Hygiene Admissions Evaluator FAX # (503) 491-7388
Mt. Hood Community College
FROM: Office: Phone:
Address:
Type of Experience:
Dental Assistant
Receptionist
Observation Only. Please describe:
I confirm that: ____ has completed hours of either work experience or observation.
Name of student # of hours
Supervisor’s Name
Please print
Supervisor’s Signature Date
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PETITION FOR GPA ADJUSTMENT FORM
To apply for the Dental Hygiene program, applicants must meet a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 for all
college coursework.
If you do not meet these GPA requirements because of course work that you completed 7 or more years
ago you may petition to have your GPA adjusted.
In order to petition for a GPA adjustment, you must complete and submit this form with your application by
the application deadline. Petitions received after the application deadline will not be considered.
You may submit a petition for an entire term or entire transcript, but not individual classes.
Terms/transcripts requested in the GPA petition must not include pre-requisites to the program. You will
be notified in writing whether or not your petition has been approved.
Your full name
List the transcripts you would like us to exclude below:
Coursework completed in which Terms/Years College or University
Please explain the reasons you feel your GPA should be adjusted.
Office Use Only
Previous GPA = With Adjustment =
Petition approved Petition denied
If denied, explanation:
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APPLICATION PACKET CHECKLIST
Please sign and include this checklist with your application materials. Only completed applications including all
required documentation postmarked January 22, 2010 or received by 5 p.m. on Friday, January 22, 2010 will be
evaluated for admission.
Name: Email:
Application Checklist – signed and dated
Dental Hygiene Admission Form: This form is required as part of the application process even if you were
or are a student at MHCC. You are not required to pay the $25 fee as part of the Dental Hygiene
application process. If you have not paid the fee in the past, it will automatically be added to your bill for
tuition the first time you register for classes. If you have taken credit courses at MHCC prior to Summer
term, 2003, you will not be required to pay this fee.
.Allied Health Division Application
$25.00 non-refundable Restricted–Entry application-processing fee. Submit the $25.00 non-refundable
Restricted-Entry application processing with the packet. Your application will not be considered without
the fee. Please note that the application fee is in addition to the admission fee, described above.
Personal Resume
Program Experience/Observation form (must be a minimum of 20 hours of observation)
MINIMUM SKILLS PROFICIENCY DOCUMENTATION
Reading Proficiency Documented with (check one box):
MHCC College Placement Test scores or Official college transcript
Writing Proficiency Documented with (check one box):
MHCC College Placement Test scores or Official college transcript
Math Competency Documented with (check one box):
MHCC College Placement Test scores or Official college transcript
HIGH SCHOOL/GED COURSEWORK AND COLLEGE COURSEWORK
High School/GED Coursework: current official (unopened) high school transcript or GED scores (check one
box). (Required even if not using high school points in the GPA point award system.)
Included Being Mailed On file at MHCC
College Coursework: current, official (unopened) transcripts of all completed college coursework from
every college or university ever attended (check one box)
Included Being Mailed On file at MHCC
OPTIONAL ITEM
Petition for GPA Adjustment form
This checklist must accompany your application materials. Due to the high volume of Dental Hygiene
program applicants, candidates are not guaranteed notification of missing application items. It is the
applicant’s responsibility to ensure all items are received by the application deadline. Only complete
applications will be evaluated for admission. Furthermore, I have read and understand the admission
requirements and procedures for application. It is understood that withholding information or giving untruthful
answers to questions on this application could be cause for non-acceptance or dismissal from the program
Signature Date
Return your completed application materials to:
Mt. Hood Community College
Office of Admissions, Registration and Records
Dental Hygiene Admissions
26000 SE Stark Street
Gresham, OR 97030
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