Dental Hygienist Program

The dental hygienist program at Pueblo Community College prepares students for careers as a clinician, oral health care education, health promoter, consumer advocate, administrator, or researcher. The program focuses on cleaning teeth, providing oral health education and treatment counseling, identify oral pathologies and injuries, and manage dental hygiene practices. Program courses include: dental anatomy, microbiology, pathology, dental hygiene theory and techniques, equipment operation and maintenance, dental materials, radiology, office management, supervised clinical training, and professional standards. Get more details below including other Colorado colleges that offer dental hygienist program.

The Dental Hygienist program at Pueblo Community College is accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation for more than 49 years.

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Pueblo Community College (PPCC)

5675 S Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO

About
Pueblo Community College, located in Pueblo, Colorado, traces its  founding to 1933 through the establishment of Southern Colorado Junior College. By 1937 the school joined the Pueblo County Junior College District and changed its name to Pueblo Junior College. The school became a four year institution in 1961 known as Southern Colorado State College. By the 1970's the school had established a two year branch campus that was made into a separate entity in 1978. By 1982  it became known as Pueblo Community College. The school maintains high academic standards and is constantly reviewing facilities, services and programs to ensure that the standards for current and future students are met. PCC is a member of the Colorado Community College System.

Academics
Pueblo Community College offers a variety of programs and services aimed at meeting the needs of residents of its service area. Academic transfer programs allow students to take on a curriculum that matches the first two years of a four year program, followed by the application to bachelor degree granting institutions in order to continue one's education. Transfer to public Colorado institutions is facilitated by agreements in place that ease requirements, though those individuals interested in transfer to private or out of state schools should meet with a counselor to discuss transfer and curriculum options.

Career training programs provide students with an education in a given field or industry with the intention of assisting them in entering the workforce as a qualified professional. Students will participate in a traditional and practical courses as needed by the program, with practical courses providing training and development in a controlled environment under the supervision of professionals. These programs take between one and two years to complete, and give the student an associate degree or certificate which demonstrates competency.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Cosmetology
• Criminal Justice
• Dental Assisting
• Interior Design

Admissions and Financial Aid
Any individual interested in attending Pueblo Community COllege may do so if they are a high school graduate, or 18 years of age or older. Interested students must complete the application for admissions, pay all fees, supply transcripts and test scores if available, and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. Students are also encouraged to participate in new student orientation and to meet with a counselor to discuss program enrollment and curriculum prior to the selection of courses.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information provided by which will be used by the school's financial aid department to determine the extent of a given student's need and their aid program eligibility when constructing his or her financial aid packet. Aid must be applied for prior to each academic year and it is recommended that the application be completed in a timely fashion.

Students Enrolled in the Dental Hygienist Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pueblo Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Dental Hygienists

Description

Clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. May educate patients on oral hygiene, take and develop x rays, or apply fluoride or sealants.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, dental hygienists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 18.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Colorado Springs, CO
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.49
  • Average Annual Salary: $73820

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).