Printed on 3/28/2024

Program Availability *

Dental Hygienist

Locations Spring 2024 Summer 2024 Fall 2024 Spring 2025
Appleton
Some courses may be available at multiple locations.
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Estimated Cost

Costs may not include all books or all materials and supplies. Some textbook costs may be included in the estimated program cost.

$16,752.92*
Cost based on current tuition and fees
$2,980.00*
Additional materials and supplies
$3,089.85*
Textbooks

* Tuition and fees are subject to change. For more details, see Cost of Attendance (PDF).

Admissions

High School Transcript

Submit a final, official high school transcript or an official copy of GED/HSED certification scores; Current high school students must submit an official in-progress transcript and a final official transcript after graduation.

Dental Technical Standards

Read, acknowledge, and submit the Technical Standards found at foxvalleytechnicalcollege.formstack.com/forms/dental_ts

Multiple Options

Multiple options for admissions are available for this program: High School GPA of 3.0 or higher in last 10 years OR HESI 75% or higher OR TEAS 58.7 or higher OR Previous Associate Degree or higher OR ACT of 18 or higher in English & Math AND 20 or higher in Reading; student must provide copies of the applicable option; testing is good for 3 years.

Additional Information

There is an estimated wait time of approximately 1 -2 years AFTER your admit term to enter CORE DENTAL courses; while waiting to start CORE courses, you may choose to take general education (3 science classes are required for core) required for your program.

Viewpoint Account – When entering into the second year of the three year Dental Hygiene program, students will be required to purchase a viewpoint account; this program document tracking account is where you will upload your program requirements (immunization records, program forms, CPR, etc.). You will be communicated to about the requirement through your FVTC account closer to the start of your second year. All requirements must be met and uploaded into the student’s account prior to the beginning of the fall semester of their second year.

Students must purchase a dental instrument kit for the fall semester of their second year. The instrument kit fee will be attached to the Pre-Clinical course.

Before entering the Pre-clinical Dental Hygiene Course- Dental Hygiene Process 1, evidence of CPR certification that includes 2-person Healthcare Provider CPR must be submitted to your viewpoint account.

Your program requires that you complete Anatomy & Physiology which has the following prerequisite: ACCPL Read >= 250 OR ACT Read >= 20 OR for programs requiring TEAS a Composite >= 50 OR Program Prep; ACCPL Sentence >= 250 OR ACT Engl >=18 OR for programs requiring TEAS a Composite >= 50 OR Program Prep; and 1 cred HS Chemistry OR Gen Chemistry (10-806-134) with C or better.

This program may require professional licensure or certification; FVTC has determined that this program meets professional licensure requirements in the state of Wisconsin; however, FVTC has not determined if this program meets professional licensure requirements for other states.

Students entering an FVTC Dental Program should understand the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. For more information, please review the [Bloodborne Pathogens document](https://www.fvtc.edu/Portals/0/PDFs/Programs/Bloodborne-Pathogen-Information.pdf). 

Students must obtain a C grade in each required general education and core course. If a C grade is not obtained, you will be required to repeat the course.

Students are required to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, instructors and patients. Dental Hygienists need to be able to clearly explain procedures to patients and listen to their questions and concerns.

Program Outcomes

  • Assess data on all aspects of patient/client health using methods consistent with dental hygienist scope of practice and legal principles
  • Counsel clients/patients to reduce health risks
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented client/patient dental hygiene care plan
  • Formulate a comprehensive dental hygiene care plan in collaboration with the client and other health professionals
  • Manage infection and hazard control
  • Model dental hygiene professional code of ethics
  • Provide community oral health services in a variety of settings
  • Provide preventive and therapeutic services that promote oral health according to the needs of the patient/client

Accreditation

The Dental Hygiene associate degree program at Fox Valley Technical College is accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (ADA), which means your program completion is recognized in all 50 U.S. states and you will be eligible for the Dental Hygiene National Board examination and the Central Regional Dental Testing Center (CRDTS) practical exam. The national pass rate in 2016 was 95%. In 2016, FVTC graduates had a pass rate of 100%.


Beyond The Classroom

Student Clubs

There are over 35 different clubs and organizations available for students. Many clubs are directly related to programs offered at FVTC, so you can develop professional connections while meeting other students.

Student Services

We’re here to help you succeed. You’ll find a broad network of support at Fox Valley Tech. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you need help.

Career Services

Career Services is here to help you with your employment needs. Our services begin when you enroll as an FVTC student and continue throughout your employment career.

One-on-One Help

Let us guide you through the admissions process from beginning to end.

Email: admissionsspecialist@fvtc.edu
Phone: 920-735-4740
Text: 920-294-1738