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Due to unforeseen circumstances, all members of the Pima Community College (PCC) Governing Board will be attending the Board's March 8, 2023, Regular Meeting remotely. At the discretion of the Board Chair, PCC administrators and others making scheduled presentations to the Board may also be appearing remotely. Tonight's meeting will otherwise be conducted in a hybrid format as previously noticed, and members of the public may still attend in person at PCC's District Office, room C-105. During the "Public Comment-Call to the Audience" portion of tonight's meeting, public comments may still be made either remotely or in person. PCC staff will be on-site in room C-105 to assist members of the public attending in person who wish to address comments to the Board.
A dental student works on another person at a dental clinic

Dental Hygiene

Associate of Applied Science

Dental Hygienists are increasing their scope of practice across the country. At Pima, you will learn to work collaboratively with patients using a patient-centered and evidence-based approach in multidisciplinary teams of health professionals.

Pima will prepare you to take national and regional licensing exams to either work as a dental hygienist or pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. You will receive state-of-the-art, hands-on training in Pima’s Dental Clinic and be taught by dental professionals. 

Limited Admissions Program: Students must meet the preparatory coursework and any other prerequisites and apply to the program. Depending on available spots, students may be placed on a waiting list before starting the program. See Program Admissions or an advisor for details.

Accreditation: This program is accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Title IV Financial Aid eligible: Yes

Location

West Campus

Contact Information

Division of Health Professions
Dean: 520.206.6916
Lead Faculty: 520.206.6738

Program Information

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Careers

Completing this program can lead to employment in a variety of different careers. Here are some examples of occupations related to this program with associated Pima County-based annual median wages. Some careers may require additional education or training. Source: EMSI

Occupation Annual Median Wage
Dental Hygienist $89,016

Academic Options

Continue your studies at Northern Arizona University for a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene or explore other baccalaureate opportunities.

 

www.pima.edu/dental-hygiene-aas

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