Community College of Philadelphia is a public institution that has been serving the Philadelphia area since 1965. The college offers associate degrees and certificate programs in over 70 areas of study, including dental hygiene. Students can earn an associate degree in dental hygiene in two years. The program offers classroom curriculum and hands-on clinical experience. Classes required of all students include oral head and neck anatomy, dental radiology and periodontics. Clinical practice is conducted at the college's on-campus free dental clinic.
Community College of Philadelphia
1700 Spring Garden St.
Philadelphia, PA 19130
215-751-8010
ccp.edu
Pennsylvania College of Technology is an affiliate of Pennsylvania State University offering undergraduate degrees in more than 100 areas of study. Students can achieve an Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene. Curriculum required of all students includes oral histology, introduction to periodontics and dental radiology. Bachelor's students can also choose between two degree concentrations: policy and administration and special population care. Clinical experience is gained at the school's dental hygiene clinic, and short-term clinical study abroad opportunities are available.
Pennsylvania College of Technology
One College Ave.
Williamsport, PA 17701
570-326-3761
pct.edu
University of Pittsburgh is a private, four-year institution located in southwest Pennsylvania. The university is composed of more than 15 schools and colleges, among them the School of Dental Medicine, which offers a certificate program in dental hygiene. Students can complete the program in two years over six consecutive terms. Core curriculum required of all attendees includes dental anatomy, radiology and public health dentistry. Students can also complete an additional 82 credits of general education courses after the completion of the certificate and receive a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene. Clinical rotations begin in the second semester and continue for the duration of the program, concurrent to classroom work.
University of Pittsburgh
4200 5th Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
412-624-4141
pitt.edu