Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Dental Hygiene] From Augusta University

Graduates of the dental hygiene program enter the profession with the ability to:Adhere to the professional Code of Ethics, state and federal laws, and institutional policy in the provision of dental hygiene care and in other endeavors whenever applicablePerform self-assessment for life-long learning and professional growthProvide accurate documentation of the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation phases of the dental hygiene process of care in patient care and community settings for the promotion of health and prevention of diseaseEffectively communicate with individuals and groups from diverse populations in a humane, empathetic, and caring manner while participating in campus, extramural, and community clinical rotationsRelate the dental hygiene process of care to the research process by using critical thinking and problem solving in the provision of evidence-based practice and accepted standards of careContribute actively to the dental hygiene knowledge base by presenting scientific researchAdvance the dental hygiene profession and establish social networks through service activities and affiliations with professional organizationsIdentify the various roles of dental hygienists and the alternative career options available in settings such as health care institutions, industry, education, and research