Typically they are as follows.
* human anatomy and physiology I * human anatomy and physiology II * microbiology * Chemistry (inorganic, organic and biochemistry)
human resources and health science!
AA Degree = Two Years Can be a shorter time period if attending a school specializing in dental occupations and the classes are 'accelerated'.
In Canada, dental hygienists must successfully complete a dental hygiene diploma or bachelor program. The curriculum focuses on oral and clinical science, with an emphasis on health promotion and preventive, motivational and communication strategies. To be able to practice, dental hygienists must be registered or licensed by the dental hygiene regulatory authority in their provincial or territorial jurisdiction.
It stands for dental hygene or dental hygenist.
For a dental hygenist job you must have your board certifications. These jobs pay well though, so its worth the investment!
There are many different places in your community that offer these classes. You can go to your local college and they can set you up with classes in this field. They can also set you up for job-shadowing in this career if you want to.
New Zealand probably has dental hygenist courses offered in the larger cities like Wellington and Auckland. I would check locally and then expand my search.
what is the difference between a dentist and a dental hygienist
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coronal polishing and hand scaling
It depends on the state you live in and the Dental Hygiene school you you attend. They typically offer 2 and 4 year programs. Remember that to enter a 2 year school, that there are prerequisits to getting into any program. Usually you have to have your regular English and History classes...along with other science classes. By the time you are accepted, you have a year of college behind you. Typically, the 2 year degrees end up taking 3 years.
Dental hygenists are required to pass a state license exam before they received their certification; I'm actually surprised that the school you graduated from didn't help you with this information.