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As a Dental Hygienist, you’re an integral part of the dental team working directly with patients, helping them with their oral care. Hygienists clean teeth, examine patients for oral diseases, take and develop x-rays, and provide other preventive dental care. Most Dental Hygienists work in dental offices, but some work in a physician’s office or with the government.
**Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023-2033 projected job demand https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-hygienists.htm Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.
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Curriculum
Your search for dental hygiene programs that offer real-world career training ends at Concorde. We offer practical skills and knowledge that can transfer directly to the workplace.
The dental hygiene program strives to instill the importance of personal growth, professional commitment, community involvement, and continued research.
Graduates will be eligible to sit for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination. The exam fee and pre-exam prep costs are included in the cost of tuition.
What you learn in the classroom and through online coursework is career relevant and you'll have opportunities to apply your knowledge in on-campus dental hygiene clinics.
You'll gain vital career skills:
- Extraoral and Intraoral Exams
- Periodontal and Dental Exams
- Patient History Reviews
- Vital Sign Checks
- Risk Assessments
Financial Aid
As part of our commitment to your success, Concorde ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial aid process. Concorde offers financial aid and scholarship programs to those who qualify.
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Accreditation and licensure are an important part of an academic institution’s operation.
Visit our Accreditations and Licensure page for more details about our accreditations and licensure.
CODA
The Dental Hygiene program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of “approval without reporting requirements.†CODA is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. Commission on Dental Accreditation: 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611; (312) 440-4653; .
Aurora, CODallas, TXGarden Grove, CAGrand Prairie, TXKansas City, MOMemphis, TNOrlando, FLSan Antonio, TXSan Bernardino, CASan Diego, CATampa, FLCODA
The Dental Hygiene program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of “initial accreditationâ€. CODA is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. Commission on Dental Accreditation: 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611; 312-440-4653;
Jacksonville, FLMiramar, FLPortland, ORCODA
The Dental Hygiene program is a satellite location and an extension of the Concorde Career Institute Tampa Dental Hygiene program, which is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and has been granted the accreditation status of approval without reporting requirements. CODA is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. Commission on Dental Accreditation: 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611; 312-440-4653; https://coda.ada.org/.
Fort Myers, FLConcorde Fort Myers Campus
State Approval
Provisionally licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education. Additional information regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400; Toll-free telephone number (888) 224-6684. License No. 13285.
Institutional Accreditation
The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (“ACCSC†or “the Commissionâ€) has considered the Application for a Branch Campus-Part I for the proposed branch facility Concorde Career Institute (“Concorde-Ft. Myersâ€) located in Fort Myers, Florida as submitted by Concorde Career Institute (“Concorde- Tampaâ€) located in Tampa, Florida. Based upon the information submitted, it appears that the main school has demonstrated the necessary capacity for establishing a branch campus and satisfied the requirements set forth in Section VIII of the Standards of Accreditation. Thus, the school’s Application for a Branch Campus-Part I is approved effective as of March 3, 2025. As set forth in Section VIII (B) of the Substantive Standards, Standards of Accreditation, a main school is directly responsible and accountable to the Commission for its branch campus and is ultimately responsible for compliance with accrediting standards.
Fort Myers, FL
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dental Assistants provide both clinical and administrative support in a dental office through tasks such as managing patient charts, scheduling appointments, taking X-rays, sterilizing equipment, and many other responsibilities. Dental hygienists perform cleanings and educate patients regarding general oral care and individualized dental health plans.
Call us to find out when the Dental Hygiene program starts at a Concorde campus location near you. Program start dates can also be found in the campus catalog located at .
According to BLS.gov, the dental hygienist job field is projected to grow 9% through 2023-2033. Dental care is a necessity to have proper oral health and to keep healthy overall. Therefore, the demand for dental services is expected to rise as the population ages.
**Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023-2033 projected job demand https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-hygienists.htm Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.
Concorde incorporates real-world training and off-site clinical experiences in our programs.
For program-specific tuition information, please see the .
The Dental Hygiene (Associate Of Applied Science) program at Concorde can be completed in as little as 18 months. However, this varies by location. Please check with an admissions advisor for program length information.
Call us to find out when the Dental Hygiene (Associate of Applied Science) program starts at a Concorde campus location near you. Program start dates can also be found in the campus catalog located at www.Concorde.edu.
For program-specific tuition information, please see the .
Students who enroll in the BSDH program are licensed hygienists and will transfer in block credit of 60 hours, earning another 60 hours with Concorde. There are two options for this program, Full-Time (70 weeks) and Part-Time (100 weeks).
This varies by state.
Because this is a degree completion program, Concorde does require a candidate to hold a current hygienist license.
This is specific by state.
Our BSDH takes a typical 24 month degree and allows students to earn their bachelor degree in 70 weeks for Full-Time and 100 weeks for Part-Time.
