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Master of Science
in Dental Hygiene Education
Fast Facts
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The University of Missouri-Kansas City Graduate
Dental Hygiene Program awards a Master of Science Degree
in Dental Hygiene Education.
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The program begins each August and continues
for two academic years. Enrollment is limited in order
to provide graduate students adequate faculty support
for developing and implementing their research projects
and completing their thesis.
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The program is housed within the UMKC School
of Dentistry with opportunities for easy access to other
related disciplines. The School of Dentistry is located
atop the Hospital Hill overlooking downtown
Kansas City . The school’s neighbors include
Truman Medical Center , Children’s Mercy Hospital , Western
Missouri Mental Health Center and the UMKC Schools of
Medicine and Nursing. These resources offer numerous opportunities
for interdisciplinary work and research.
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As additional basic preparation dental hygiene
programs open around the country, the need for highly
qualified educators, administrators and researchers with
master’s degrees in dental hygiene will remain strong.
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An
innovative distance education option allows candidates
the prestige of a graduate education with the convenience
of on-line technology. *
Program Duration and Overview
The Master of Science Degree program in Dental Hygiene Education at the University of Kansas Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) prepares students for careers in dental hygiene education (teacher preparation, clinical and classroom), research, gerontology, special patient care, health services administration, and community dental health, through a personalized approach – pursuing excellence together.
The curriculum provides meaningful academic experiences for each graduate student, based on his/her career goals and interest. Courses may be chosen from a wide variety offered in the School of Dentistry, School if Business and Public Administration, School of Education, College of Arts and Sciences, School of Nursing or any other academic unit at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. The 36 credit hour graduate program may be completed on a full or part- time basis, and requires a minimum of 1 ½ - 2 academic years for full-time students. There is a thesis option and a non-thesis option. *The 36 hours include the UMKC Division of Dental Hygiene Core Curriculum (required courses).
Admission
Admission requirements include:
• Graduation from an accredited school or program of dental hygiene
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• Satisfactory academic record
The required applications materials must include:
• Application for admission to the University of Missouri-Kansas City with a $35.00 non-refundable application fee
• Supplemental application to the Division of Dental Hygiene
• Typed Narrative Statement (see supplemental application)
• Official transcripts of all previous academic work
• Three completed recommendation forms (one of three must be from the director of the dental hygiene program attended)
• Completed area of interest sheet (depicting area of interest, teaching, administration, research)
Upon receipt of the required application materials, the applicant will be contacted for a personal interview with the Graduate Dental Hygiene Admissions Committee.
The deadline for application is February 1, for classes beginning in the Fall semester of each year. Basic knowledge and experience in conducting research is gained through related course work in the program and the completion of a research project for both the thesis and non-thesis option. Teaching experiences may be gained through clinical and classroom teaching responsibilities with dental hygiene and /or dental students. The opportunity for a teaching externship at another dental hygiene institution is available to graduate students who meet the established criteria
General Applicant Information
Application forms and information may be obtained from the Director of the Graduate Dental Hygiene Education at the UMKC School of Dentistry or download the UMKC application packet using this link.* Follow this link * to download the Graduate Dental Hygiene Supplemental Application packet. Completed applications and all other supplementary materials must be submitted to the Director of Graduate Dental Hygiene Education by February 1 for the class beginning the following fall semester.
After completion of all application materials, the packet should be returned to:
Graduate Dental Hygiene Director
UMKC School of Dentistry
650 East 25th Street
Kansas City , MO 64105
Assistantships and Tuition-Waiver Awards
Graduate research assistantships and non-resident
tuition-waiver awards are available to students on a competitive
basis. The American Dental Hygienists’ Association as well
as other organizations award scholarships to dental hygienists
at the master's degree level on a competitive basis.
Tuition And Fees
Estimated School tuition costs can be obtained
by using this link.*
If selected for the program there is also a nonrefundable
advance deposit which must be paid at the time the position
is accepted by the applicant. More information will be provided
to the applicant once he/she is accepted into the program.
Financial Assistance
Up-to-date additional information on financial
assistance can be obtained here.*
You can also download financial aid information compiled specifically
for Dental Hygiene students by using this link.*
Point of Contact
For questions regarding the Master of Science
in Dental Hygiene Education, please call the program's director,
Tanya Villalpando Mitchell, at (816) 235-2049 or e-mail
her.
Curriculum
The core curriculum listed below is required. Many of the courses are offered only online. UMKC has designed computer - mediated distance learning through two learning methods, Asynchronous and Synchronous learning.
Asynchronous learning means that learning can take place at any location and at any time. It virtually means access to learning is available 24/7.
The second learning method, Synchronous learning, is delivered in real time through such technology as weekly Internet – based formats using chat rooms. Refer to last page of this pamphlet for computer requirements for online courses.
 Denotes online courses
Core Curriculum
| Required Courses |
Credit Hours |
| DH4020 |
Local Anesthesia and Pain Control |
2 |
| DH4040 |
Introduction to Research and Instruction |
1-2 |
| DHGR500 |
Introduction to Educational Methodologies |
2-4 |
| DHGR510 |
Student Teaching and Conference I |
2-4 |
| DHGR516 |
Special Issues in Higher Education |
2-4 |
| DHGR530 |
Clinical Instruction and Conference I |
1-4 |
| DHGR553 |
Seminar in Advanced Clinical Techniques
and Methodologies |
2-4 |
| DHGR595 |
Scientific Writing |
1-2 |
| DHGR599 |
Research and Thesis |
1-6 |
| RESM700 |
Introduction to Research Methodology |
2-3 |
| RESM703 |
Thesis Writing (thesis option only) |
1 |
| RESM704 |
Introduction to Biostatistics |
2-3 |
| Total Credit Hours |
17-36 |
It is highly recommended that the student take the following:
| DHGR512 |
Student Teaching and Conference
II |
2-4 |
| DHGR532 |
Clinical Instruction and Conference
II |
1-4 |
The total number of credit hours required for completion of the Master of Science Degree Program in Dental Hygiene Education is 36 credit hours for either the thesis or the non-thesis option.
There are several areas of concentration in the Master of Science Degree Program: teacher preparation (clinical and classroom), gerontology, special patient care, and health services administration. Elective coursework may be taken across concentration areas at the School of Dentistry, School of Education, School of Business and Public Administration, College of Arts and Sciences, or any other academic unit at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Consult with the program director for information on coursework offered at the Dental School, which is available for graduate dental hygiene study.
Requirements for Graduation:
1. A minimum of a 3.0 GPA
2. Successful completion of 36 credit hours with a thesis or non-thesis option.
3. All other requirements for graduation as stated in the General Academic Regulations and Information section of the UMKC General Catalog.
4. Prepare and present a table clinic at the Midwest Dental Conference during the Winter semester.
Typical Dental Hygiene Electives Credit Hours
| DHGR512 |
Student Teaching and Conference
II |
2-4 |
| DHGR532 |
Clinical Instruction and Conference
II |
2-4 |
| DHGR560 |
Practicum in Clinical Supervision Management |
2-4 |
| DHGR565 |
Advanced Special Patient Care Practicum I |
2-4 |
| DHGR566 |
Advanced Special Patient Care Practicum II |
2-4 |
| DHGR570 |
Administrative Practicum |
1-4 |
| DHGR590 |
Independent Study |
1-4 |
| D537 |
Oral Oncology |
1 |
| DH4750 |
Geriatric Oral Health Promotion & Education |
1-5 |
Elective Offerings
Elective course work may be taken across concentration areas at the School of Dentistry School of Education, School of Business and Public Administration. College of Arts and Science, or any other academic unit at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Consult with the program director for information on course work in each of the concentration areas. Information on advanced education course work offered at the Dental School which is available for graduate dental hygiene student can also be obtained from the graduate director.
Typical School of Education Graduate - Level Electives (3 credit hours)
Principles of Testing
Foundations of School Leadership and Organization
Sociology of the Non-Motivated Leaner
Differentiating Instruction Through Teaching/Learning Styles
Developing Multi-Disciplinary Problem Solving Skills
The College Student
Student Development Theory
Analysis of Educational Arguments
Philosophical Foundations of Education
School Finance
Governmental and Legal Aspects of Education
Public Relations in Education
Human Relations in Educational Leadership
Planning Educational Facilities
Group Process in Education
Educational Technology
The Organization and Administration of Higher Education
Student Personnel Service in Higher Education
Theory in Educational Administration
Descriptions of coursework for the Health Services Administration track, or the Gerontology Certificate can be obtained through the program director. Or the Gerontology Certificate Programs - follow this link* for more information about both the graduate and undergraduate programs.
Distance Education Option
The Distance Education Master of Science Degree Program in Dental Hygiene Education is a 36 hour program that may be completed on a full or part-time basis. A minimum of two academic years is required for full-time students. Six of the 36 hours must be transferred in from another institution. The six transfer credits must include a three credit hour course in Research Methodology and Statistics approved by the Program Director. In addition, a professional scientific table clinic presentation at the Midwest Dental Conference is required for graduation. Due to the uniqueness of this program, prospective applicants will need to contact the Program Director for advising.
Points of Contact
For questions regarding the Distance Education option, please call the program's director,
Tanya Villalpando Mitchell, at (816) 235-2049 or e-mail her.
You may use the links below to download more
information about the Distance Education Option:
Course Descriptions Link.
* All downloadable documents are in PDF format.
To view these documents, Adobe Acrobat Reader must be installed
on your computer. If you do not have Acrobat Reader installed
on your computer, it can downloaded free at:
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University-level Master of Science in Dental
Hygiene Education Information
Click here
to go the school’s general catalog index, then browse
to "Master of Science in Dental Hygiene Education."
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,
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(816) 235-1323 for information. People with speech or hearing
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