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Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene - Partnership Agreement with Virginia Western Community College

Associate of Applied Science
Laurel Ridge Community College

This program is offered at Laurel Ridge Community College as a satellite site for Virginia Western Community College. The students are required to come to the Middletown Campus for the dental hygiene courses and the lecture courses are distanced to Laurel Ridge Community College. The clinical rotations are housed on the Middletown campus of Laurel Ridge Community College. Virginia Western Community College is the college that awards the degree. The curriculum is designed to prepare students as primary preventive oral health professionals licensed to practice dental hygiene. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to take national, regional, and state board examinations leading to licensure as a registered dental hygienist (RDH).


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree The curriculum is designed to prepare students as primary preventive oral health professionals licensed to practice dental hygiene. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to take national, regional, and state board examinations leading to licensure as a registered dental hygienist (RDH).
Considerations When Selecting Courses

Only students admitted into the degree program may enroll in DNH courses.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Laurel Ridge Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses This program is G3 eligible. IN-DEMAND credentials and education programs that are eligible for more funding than ever before through the G3 Scholarship. This is a competetive enrollment program, meaning students must apply and be accepted in order to complete the program. Not all applicants will be accepted. The application includes course and GPA requirements, an entrance exam, physical examination, immunications, criminal background check, drug screening, and more. This program is offered exclusively at our Middletown Campus. For full details please visit our website and our partner's website at www.virginiawestern.edu.
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Related Programs & Certifications
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Certificate in Health Science
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Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene - Partnership Agreement with Virginia Western Community College
72
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene - Partnership Agreement with Virginia Western Community College
72
Course Grad Req Dental Hygiene Partnership (2024-25 Catalog)
72
Earn 72 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Program Prerequisites
10
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Prerequisites must be taken prior to the first semester of the program. Applicants must meet the general admission requirements for admission to both VWCC and Laurel Ridge Community College. For application materials and additional program information, please see the Virginia Western Health Technology website.
BIO 141 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 142 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SDV 101 - Orientation to Health Professions Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
1st Semester Requirements
15
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 15 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 111 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 115 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 120 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 130 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 141 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
2nd Semester Requirements
15
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 15 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 142 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 145 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 146 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 216 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 150 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
3rd Semester Requirements
10
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 10 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 150 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 143 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 235 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
4th Semester Requirements
12
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 12 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 214 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 226 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 244 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PSY 230 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
5th Semester Requirements
10
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 10 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 227 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 230 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 245 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PHI 220 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Residency
72
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 54 credits may be applied to this program.
GPA
72
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Students transferring to Laurel Ridge with an Associate Degree or higher already completed will be able to transfer in applicable credits to their degree and will have SDV 100 waived.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Laurel Ridge does not distinguish between students earning an associate degree while in high school or after high school graduation.
Credit for Prior Learning https://laurelridge.edu/credit-for-prior-learning/
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Laurel Ridge Community College
College Level Information
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Our classes feature up-to-date technology and course content to prepare you for a competitive job market. We offer many courses that will transfer to colleges all over Virginia and the nation. Our student life team offers many ways for students to get involved including clubs, activities, and volunteer opportunities.
Transfer Student Catalog Year The catalog year in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into their curriculum at Laurel Ridge.
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog placement is tied to semester start selected in the application.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://laurelridge.edu/transfer/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Germanna Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree of Dental HygieneAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Dental HygieneAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Old Dominion UniversityDental Hygiene-BSDHBachelorBS in Dental Hygiene4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityDental Hygiene, Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
29-1292.00Dental HygienistsAdminister oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
25-1071.00Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 72 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene - Partnership Agreement with Virginia Western Community College at Laurel Ridge Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 5 semesters or 2.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $163 Per Credit $11,736 $0 $11,736
Fees
Student Activity Fee $2 Per Credit $144 0 $144
Auxiliary Fee $4 Per Credit $288 0 $288
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Tuition & Fee Notes:
  • Additional Fees
    • Some courses include materials fees in the cost of tuition or use free materials, and other courses require students to purchase texbooks or other materials. Laurel Ridge does not charge fees for parking or graduation. Tuition and fees are the same regardless of whether students attend online or in person. Tuition and Fees are subject to change.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.