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Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Scholarship
information for Dental Hygiene Students
Scholarship Application for Dental Hygiene Students - PDF | Word
The Division of Dental Hygiene
at the UMKC School of Dentistry offers two routes to a Bachelor
of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene:
FAQ’s
Q. Why should I get a B.S. degree in
dental hygiene at UMKC?
A. There are many aspects
of UMKC that make it an excellent place to pursue your dental
hygiene studies. Location in a dental school provides a wealth
of opportunities to interact with a nationally known faculty,
work with a diverse patient population and work along side
dentists and dental students. In addition, you can take advantage
of the School’s other rich physical and educational resources
such as a dental library, large clinic, community rotations
and outreach programs and student organizations. The Bachelor
of Science degree in Dental Hygiene expands your professional
opportunities beyond the private dental office and offers
personal growth. To help prepare you for those expanded options,
the curriculum at UMKC allows you explore different career
choices during the final semester. Each student can select
an elective practicum in research, community dental hygiene,
teaching or care of the special needs patient.
Q. How does your
school rate?
A. The UMKC School of Dentistry
and the Division of Dental Hygiene are proud of their Tradition
of Excellence that that began more than a century ago by meeting
the oral health care needs of our patients. In addition, we
have maintained a strong commitment to dental education and
research. These three elements – service, dental education
and research have earned the school a national reputation.
As a result, we continue to attract and graduate exceptional
men and women who go on to make significant contributions
to the dental and dental hygiene professions. You can learn
more by reading About the School.
Q. What are the admissions requirements?
A. The admission requirements vary depending on whether
you are interested in the dental hygiene the
B.S. Degree Completion Program or the
B.S. Entry-Level Program. There are, however, some general
guidelines that apply to both programs and reflect the philosophy
of the Division of Hygiene. Admissions are selective and require
more than having completed certain courses or attained a specific
grade point average. Other factors include: academic credentials,
letters of evaluation, a personal interview, motivation and
other information submitted by the applicant.
Q. What courses must
be completed before I can be considered for admission?
A. In general for the Entry-Level Program that prepares
you to enter dental hygiene studies, the division accepts
transfer credits (grade C or above) from institutions which
are substantially equivalent to those offered at UMKC. Expected
coursework would include: college level communication skills,
mathematics, biological and physical sciences, social and
behavioral sciences, humanities and a range of electives.
Because the two programs
offered by the Division of Dental Hygiene are designed for
different kinds of students the prerequisites are different.
For the details look at – Prerequisites
for the B.S. Degree Completion Program or the Prerequisites
for the B.S. Entry-Level Program.
Q. How much will
a dental hygiene education cost?
A. Detailed estimates of annual fees and expenses can
be found on pages on this site for the two dental hygiene
programs - - Entry-Level
Program and Degree Completion
Program.
Q. I live outside
of Missouri. Is there a chance I can be accepted?
A. Although we do have a commitment to the residents of
Missouri, qualified applicants from other states will be considered
for admission. Contact the staff at the Division of Dental
Hygiene for information unique to your situation. 816/235-2050
or e-mail Division of Dental
Hygiene.
Q. What about financial aid?
A. The Financial
Aid pages contains information on assistance that may be
available or you can call or write to:
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Financial Aid and Scholarships Office
5115 Oak St. AC101
K.C. MO 64110
In addition to the University
and federal financial aid opportunities, the Division of Dental
Hygiene has numerous scholarship sources available to dental
hygiene students who meet the financial and academic requirements.
Q. What is a typical
day like at dental hygiene school?
A. Classes being in late August and extend into May with
several holiday breaks. Normal hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
for most students. The core of our curriculum focuses on a
‘hands-on’ approach to dental hygiene education. The coursework
emphasizes preventive care that is uniquely designed to meet
the needs of dental hygienists working in the real world.
The Division of Dental Hygiene programs offers a wide variety
of educational experiences from the classroom
to the laboratory
and clinical training in the Roy
J. Rinehart Clinic.
Q. Do you have student housing available?
A. For help and advice with on and off-campus housing –
call the University Center at 816/235-1412 or e-mail Student
Housing.
Q. Is it possible
to work part-time while attending school?
A. Yes, although the faculty does encourage you to limit
your part-time employment due the academic demands of the
curriculum. This is especially important during the first
year of the program.
Q. What kind of job
can I expect to get after graduation?
A. Licensed dental hygienists command good salaries and
are in high demand in a wide variety of settings, in particular
the general dentistry practices and the periodontal specialty
offices. The library at the school maintains a list employment
opportunities for dental hygienists.
Q. Is study help
available for dental hygiene students?
A. The Division of Dental Hygiene offers both academic
and non-academic support services to help ensure the success
of our students. The Center
for Academic Development and Learning Center can provide
a range of valuable resources to assist students with their
learning skills, study habits and more.
The Office of Student
Programs supports our students’ non-academic needs with such
services as ......
Student Retention Policy – Students
enrolled in the Division of Dental Hygiene at the University
of Missouri – Kansas City are bound by the Standards
of Scholarship of the School of Dentistry.
Q. Tell me a little
about the faculty of the Division of Hygiene.
A. Our students benefit from a faculty that is both talented
and experienced. The instructors have a broad range of expertise
as clinicians and scientists. Each member of the faculty
is focused on student success through individualized assistance
and attention.
Q. I am past the
traditional age for a college student, do you have anything
for me?
A. Our student population consists of both traditional
and non-traditional learners and they vary widely in age.
Q. How can I arrange to visit?
A. Please call our office at 816/235-2050 or e-mail the
Division of Dental Hygiene.
Q. I still have some
questions about my specific academic situation, who can I
talk to?
A. You can call the Division of Dental Hygiene collect
during business hours –
Profession Overview
and Career Opportunities
The dental hygienist is a highly valued
and integral part of the oral health care team. The licensed
dental hygienist is able to practice in a variety of settings
from the private and group dental offices to health departments,
hospitals, health maintenance organizations, long-term care
facilities, the armed services and government agencies.
Those dental hygienists
that choose direct patient care may:
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educate and treat
patients in the control and prevention of oral disease
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expose and process
dental x-rays
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perform head and
neck examinations
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provide oral prophylaxis
(dental cleaning) and local anesthesia
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help patients avoid
tooth decay through diet counseling and fluoride therapies
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provide non-surgical
periodontal therapy
Other dental hygienists
choose to devote their professional lives to descriptive and
clinical research or work as health educators in clinical
and academic settings or utilize their administrative skills
in dental practice management.
For the past several
decades, the employment demand for well-trained dental hygienists
has been steady and vigorous. By all indications, this trend
will continue into the future with UMKC Division of Dental
Hygiene at the leading edge. The school maintains an extensive
listing of job opportunities across the country and the faculty
can provide valuable assistance in career decisions.
Also check out the Dental-Related
links on this site for other resources devoted to oral
health, dentistry and dental hygiene.
Dental Hygiene Careers
While most registered dental hygienists
work in private dental offices and clinics, dental hygienists
may find careers in such settings as:
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Private business
or industry, federal, state and local health departments
Public centers and hospitals for pediatric,
geriatric or other groups with special needs -
Research and educational programs for
dental hygiene
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Hospitals and health
maintenance organizations
Licensure
Examinations
Prospective dental hygienists must successfully
pass the written National Dental Hygiene Board Examination
before legally practicing. This nation-wide examination is
administered to dental hygiene students approximately one
month prior to graduation. The student must also successfully
complete a clinical examination and an examination in dental
laws for each state in which you wish to be licensed. Once
these examinations have been completed with passing scores,
the student may apply for a license in any state.
Academic Standards
Attendance –
Regular attendance at all classes and clinical sessions is
required during the professional program. The student is responsible
for familiarization with all classroom and clinical requirements
and assignments.
Academic Honesty
– The Division of Dental Hygiene assumes that all students
are enrolled to learn; therefore, any cheating is basically
at variance with the purposes of the student and this institution.
Any dishonesty detected in a course (including during examinations
or in submitting plagiarized material) may result in an F
grade in the course, and may be cause for dismissal or suspension
from the Division of Dental Hygiene.
Student Retention
Policy – Students enrolled in the Division of Dental Hygiene
at the University of Missouri – Kansas City are bound by the
Standards of Scholarship of the School of Dentistry.
Repeated Courses
– A dental hygiene student who wishes to repeat a course must
submit a course repeat form to the UMKC Registrar's Office
no later than the end of the fourth week of the term if that
repeat is to be included in grade point average calculations.
Students who are repeating a course must have prior approval
of the director of the Division of Dental Hygiene.
Advanced Placement
– The general examination offered by the College Level Examination
Program (CLEP) will not be acceptable for degree credit. However,
credit received through specific or subject examinations will
apply toward a bachelor of science degree in dental hygiene.
Even though hours of credit may be received in natural sciences,
it is preferred that an applicant to the dental hygiene program
complete specific science prerequisites.
Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
4825 Troost Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64110
816/235-1154
http://www.sfa.umkc.edu/
UMKC and the School
of Dentistry sponsor some additional sources of financial
aid:
There are a limited
number of Chancellor’s Non-Resident Awards available on a
competitive basis across all academic units. These awards
are designed for new (less than six hours of credit previously
earned at UMKC), full-time students. The award pays in full
the non-resident educational fees (the difference between
the Missouri resident fees and non-resident educational fees)
for the fall and winter semesters.
In addition to the University
and federal financial aid opportunities, the Division of Dental
Hygiene has numerous scholarship sources available to dental
hygiene students. Students must meet financial and academic
qualifications. Please contact the division director for more
information.
Fees and Financial
Assistance
Information on fees are available from
the UMKC Catalog at this
link and financial aid and scholarship assistance can
be obtained at this link.
Students’
Right-to-Know Statement
In accordance with Public Law 101-542, UMKC reports 71% of
its first-time freshmen return the second year. However, the
UMKC School of Dentistry reports 96% of its first-time
dental students return the second year. The UMKC Police Department
publishes an annual campus report on personal safety and crime
statistics. The report is available at the UMKC Police Department
Office, 213 Student Services Building, 4825
Troost Building
Statement
of Human Rights
The Board of Curators and UMKC are committed to the policy
of no discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age,
national origin, disability, or Vietnam Era Veterans’ status.
The Affirmative Action Office, 356 Administration Center,
5115 Oak St., is responsible for all relevant programs. Call
(816) 235-1323 for information. People with speech or hearing
impairments may contact the University by using Relay Missouri,
1 800 735-2966(TT) or 1 800 735-2466 (Voice).
Dental Hygiene-Related
Links:
Oral Health Care
Associations & Organizations
American Dental
Hygienists’ Association
American Dental
Association
American Public
Health Association
Academy of Periodontology
World Health Organization
Commercial
Procter
& Gamble
Colgate Toothpaste & Dental Care
Other links of interest
Information about Kansas City is available here.
Maps and directions to the School of Dentistry can be found here.
School
of Dentistry Academic Calendar (2007-2008) PDF | Word
UMKC
2007-2008 General Catalog
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