Dental Hygienist
ELIGIBILITY
- For 10th: Completion of 10th grade. Basic science subjects and communication skills are beneficial.
- For 12th: Completion of 12th grade in any stream. Additional coursework in biology and chemistry is advantageous.
- Vocational Training: Completion of a diploma or certification program in Dental Hygiene.
ENTRANCE TESTS
- Entrance exams specific to Dental Hygiene programs assessing knowledge in biology, chemistry, and oral health.
- State or institution-specific aptitude tests focusing on healthcare knowledge and skills relevant to dental hygiene.
AVAILABLE COURSES
- Vocational Courses:
- Diploma in Dental Hygiene
- Certificate Course in Dental Assisting and Hygiene
- Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
- Dental Offices: Providing dental hygiene treatments such as cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth.
- Public Health Clinics: Educating communities on oral health and providing preventive dental care services.
- Hospitals: Assisting dentists in surgical procedures and emergency dental care.
- Educational Institutions: Teaching dental hygiene students or conducting oral health workshops.
- Research Institutions: Participating in dental research studies related to oral hygiene and preventive care.
