Location:

Pocatello, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Medical Assisting

Program Overview

Program Description:

About the Master of Science in Dental Hygiene Program The Master of Science degree in Dental Hygiene at Idaho State University (ISU) is designed to accommodate non-traditional graduate students around the world. Through the convenience of web-based instruction, the program allows students to earn a graduate degree while maintaining their current residence, career, and life style. Graduates of the program are prepared for progressive leadership roles in dental hygiene including education, research and rural and community health. Students are provided an opportunity to visit the campus on several occasions throughout the curriculum. An initial program orientation in August, and a one week seminar course in May are the on-campus learning experience. Applicants can take our Online Readiness Survey to determine whether they are ready for a fully online curriculum. Students are encouraged to view our Computer and Software Requirements to make sure you have the technology needed to complete this program. Goals of the MSDH Program at ISU are to: Assume leadership roles in academics, rural and community health settings, research, professional associations and commercial industry. Develop advanced clinical abilities that improve oral health and access to dental hygiene care. Acquire research abilities that contribute to the scientific dental hygiene body of knowledge. Assume responsibility for professional development through life-long learning capability.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

Idaho State University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.