Health Education Building 103
1705 Hoffman Street
Madison WI 53704
CALL:
(608) 246-6065 or (800) 322-6282 ext. 6065
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HOURS:
Monday - Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wednesday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Program number: 105081
The two-year Dental Hygienist associate degree program at Madison College prepares you to work side by side with dentists.
The dental hygienist inspects the mouth, administers local anesthesia and chemotherapeutic agents, removes stains and deposits from teeth, applies preventive agents, prepares clinical and diagnostic tests, completes dental x-rays and performs many other services related to mouth care. Dental hygienists also counsel patients about preventive measures such as nutrition, oral hygiene, and dental care.
Top Career Training
The Dental Hygienist Program is widely respected by leading dentists throughout Madison, Wisconsin. Students develop top skills from their hands-on experience at our on-campus dental clinic, which serves real patients from the area. Dental hygiene graduates work for many top dental organizations.
Strong Job Opportunities
The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 38% employment growth for dental hygienists by 2020. In addition to dental technician positions, Madison College graduates work as dental hygienist instructors, dental lab technicians, public school hygienists and more.
Dental Hygienist graduates are required to successfully complete comprehensive written and clinical examinations given under the direction of the State of Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board, the American Dental Association's Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations, and Central Regional Dental Testing Services, Inc.
Please note: Upon admission to the Dental Hygienist program, you will be required to complete a background check and multiple immunization requirements, and provide documentation of current Health Care Provider CPR certification.
Dental Hygienist is on a career pathway that includes this associate degree. This degree will prepare you for a good job and advanced training, as well as the ability to transfer to another college to earn your bachelor’s degree. Learn at your own pace and increase your earning potential with credentials that keep you moving on your career path.
Students in the Dental Hygienist program must attend full time.
Dental Hygienist classes are offered at these Madison College campuses:
This program is not offered online.
View the admission requirements for application deadlines, materials, and requirements.
Students admitted onto the waitlist for the Fall 2016 term or prior should continue to use their Academic Requirements Report and review emails from academic advisors.
Students admitted into a pre-petition status for the Fall 2017 term or after should complete the Dental Hygienist Petition Requirements.
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or (608) 246-6210.
The courses listed below outline the requirements for completion for students officially admitted in the 2016-2017 academic year. Requirements for completion may vary depending on the semester in which a student is admitted or may be completed by other equivalent courses. Current/continuing students should consult their Academic Requirements report available through their student account for specific requirements and equivalent courses.
The following courses must be completed prior to acceptance into dental courses:
Choose from Microbiology or General Microbiology:
The following must be taken prior to fall/first semester:
Elective
1 credit
After completing the Dental Hygienist program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:
Graduates of the Dental Hygienist program are able to find employment as the following:
With additional education and/or work experience, dental hygiene graduates also may find employment as: