Dental Hygiene

Program Information

School:	College of New Caledonia
Faculty:	Health sciences and Human services
Degree:	Diploma
Field of Study:	Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Description:	Dental hygiene is a fast-growing and rewarding profession for men and women interested in a career in the health sector. Registered Dental Hygienists are highly trained health professionals whose education and training focus on the prevention of oral disease and the promotion of oral health. Once accepted at CNC you will finish two years in our dental hygiene program. We start each year in Sept and go until May for a total of 32 weeks per year. Our clinic is equipped with 20 dental operatories and 4 radiography rooms. We have computerized dental stations and digital radiography capabilities. Students are actively involved in our dental clinic providing patient centred oral health care. Our dental hygiene curriculum also focuses on community based activities. Some examples include: In collaboration with Northern Health we have run a Seal in a Smile program for many years. Our students participate in providing education and presentations to many different community groups. As well, our students provide care for residents in long term care facilities. Students also have the opportunity to take part in the Healthcare Travelling Roadshow. Upon graduation our graduates are career ready and can be found employed in many dental offices around the province. Some have gone on to own and operate their own dental hygiene practices, some also work in residential care facilities, public health units, community care centres as well as administrators and educators.
URL:	Dental Hygiene at College of New Caledonia
Length:	2 Year(s)
Scholarships:	1
Careers:	Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*	These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.2 of   Biology 2 of   Chemistry 2 of   Psychology 2 of   English   Mathematics  or   Psychology Applicants are required to have all of the following or their equivalents at a first-year college/university level, with an average GPA of 3.0 (“B”) with no grade lower than a “C” in any of the prerequisite courses: Biology 111 and 112 (Human Anatomy and Physiology, with labs) or equivalent; Chemistry 111 and 112, or Chemistry 113 and 114, or equivalent; Psychology 101 and 102 or equivalent; English 103 or equivalent, plus one additional first-year English course; Math 104 or Psychology 201 or equivalent; and one university-level elective. The university transfer courses must be transferable to and from other BC institutions. Please visit the website for more information on entry requirements.
Test Scores:	International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.0] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80]Applicants whose first language is not English are required to have a minimum TOEFL score of 80 (IBT), an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent as determined by College of New Caledonia, or have completed CNC’s English for Academic Purposes.
Application Notes :	Applicants whose first language is not English are required to have a minimum TOEFL score of 80 (IBT), an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent as determined by College of New Caledonia, or have completed CNC’s English for Academic Purposes.

diploma in dental hygiene in canada for international students

Diploma in Dental Hygiene

The Diploma in Dental Hygiene program prepares students to work as dental hygienists who serve the public in oral disease prevention and oral health promotion through a uniquely holistic approach.

• Faculty• Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry
  • Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
• DegreeDiploma in Dental Hygiene
• Expected duration3 years
• Program options• Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, Degree Completion Program
  • International exchanges
  • Community outreach programs

Study with us

The Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry is one of the most highly respected dental schools in North America.

Hone your skills through hands on clinical experiences led by world-renowned instructors and researchers. Small class sizes and opportunities to work with real clients ensure you’ll be exposed to industry leading work in all aspects of dentistry.

Early clinical exposure

Our students gain exposure to clinical experiences in the first year of the program. In the second year, you will provide community oral health care (tooth restorations, extractions and dental hygiene cleaning) at a variety of locations:

• Deer Lodge
• Misericordia Hospital
• Access Downtown
• Children’s Hospital
• St. Amant Centre
• Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
• Specialty Practices

Community service learning

Not all Canadians have access to dental care through private dental offices. Our school offers programs that care for special-needs individuals. Students can participate in community outreach programs, gaining experience with caring for:

• Cancer care patients
• Low socio-economical families
• People with diabetes
• People in correctional facilities
• Elementary and high school students
• Caregivers
• The elderly
• Patients with mental or physical disabilities

International exchanges

Students have the opportunity to participate in exchange programs at:

• Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden
• Turku Polytechnic in Turku, Finland
• The University of Missouri-Kansas City in Kansas City, Missouri

Program details

The School of Dental Hygiene offers education and training leading to a Diploma in Dental Hygiene.

Dental hygiene is a self-regulated health service profession. As a licensed professional, the dental hygienists’ scope of practice is regulated by provincial legislation.

Expected duration: 3 years

The Diploma in Dental Hygiene program requires the completion of all required prerequisites or equivalents as listed in the Applicant Information Bulletin and clinical experience.

After successful completion of the National Dental Hygiene Certification Board Examination, in Manitoba, graduates must apply to the College of Dental Hygienists of Manitoba for a license to practice as a dental hygienist. Dental hygienists must fulfill the requirements of the respective provincial regulatory authorities licensing bodies. The minimum educational credential for licensure in the province of Manitoba is the Diploma in Dental Hygiene.

Licensed dental hygienists may continue their education by completing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene.

Sample course offerings

Practice setting opportunities available to dental hygienists

• Private dental offices
• Community health centres
• Hospitals
• Long-term care facilities
• Home care and other outreach programs
• Schools
• The military
• Research labs
• Associations and industry centres

Admission requirements

The following are minimum requirements for entry into the Diploma in Dental Hygiene program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

Direct Entry applicants are those who have not attended a post-secondary institution or have completed fewer than 24 credit hours at a recognized university or college. Direct entry applicants require the following:

• Manitoba high school graduation including 5 full credits at the Grade 12 level in courses designated S, G, or U
• A minimum 85% average over the following, with no less than 60% in each course:
  • English 40S
  • Applied Mathematics 40S or Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S
  • Chemistry 40S
  • An academic 40S course 

Advanced entry is for applicants who have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours of university-level study, including several required and recommended courses at the University of Manitoba or another recognized post-secondary institution.

We encourage you to review the Dental Hygiene advanced entry admission requirements, which provides details on:

• Required courses for admission
• Adjusted Grade Point Average (AGPA) calculation and requirements
• English language proficiency Requirements
• Transfer credit
• Applying as a student from another institution

If you do not meet the requirements for direct or advanced entry into the Diploma in Dental Hygiene program, you can apply for admission to University 1, the Faculty of Arts, or another program.

How to apply

Domestic student application fee: $100
International student application fee: $120

Applications to the University of Manitoba are completed online. To begin your application, select the Start or continue your application button. The online application includes several parts, and you may be required to submit transcripts, proof of English Language proficiency, and other documents.

Preference in admission is given to Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada. International applicants are not considered for admission except for international students who are sponsored by Canadian agencies.