Dental Hygiene Pathway Certificate
| Type | Part Time Full Time |
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| Length | 1 year |
| Campus | Prince George Quesnel |
| Delivery | In Class |
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| Starting Semesters | Fall 2027 |
Overview
Thinking of becoming a dental hygienist?
Get your first year of college behind you with the dental hygiene pathway certificate program. With this program, you’ll be meeting your course admission requirements for entry into a Dental Hygiene Diploma
After receiving your Dental Hygiene Pathways Certificate, you have the option to apply to a Dental Hygiene program across BC, or transfer credits to a related program that better suits your future goals.
Careers
Our graduates are career-ready and are highly employable. CNC graduates are highly sought after. Working as a Dental Hygienist, you will practice in a variety of settings, such as:
- Private dental practices
- Independent dental hygiene practice
- Public health facilities, hospitals
- Long term care facilities
- Educational institutions
- Dental research industry
Courses
Entry Requirements
Fall 2027 Intake and Onwards
For applications to the Fall 2027 intake (September start), you must meet the following requirements:
- General Admission Requirements
- The following courses or their equivalent, with a minimum grade of "C":
- Anatomy and Physiology 12, or equivalent
- Chemistry 11, or equivalent
- Foundations of Math 11, or equivalent
Program Specific Recommendations
The following courses or their equivalents:
- Chemistry 12, or equivalent
- Pre-Calculus 12, or equivalent
Need help meeting these requirements? Check out our Academic Upgrading options.
Locations & Dates
CNC programs have varying lengths and start dates to meet your needs, and are offered across multiple campuses where possible. Don’t see the campus you’re looking for? Check back with us soon as this page is updated throughout the school year.
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Invest in your future
Student fees vary by campus. Check the for more details.
Supplies for this program can be purchased from the bookstore.
