For a look at the entire curriculum for Dental Hygiene, view the catalog section. Articulation Agreement Lane Community College has an articulation agreement with Oregon Institute of Technology. Prerequisite course work for the Bachelor of Science degree can be taken while completing general education requirements at Lane Community college. Students desiring to transfer should contact Oregon Institute of Technology , Dental Hygiene Program for current transfer requirements. Costs include the required purchase of dental instruments and supplies, uniforms, lab fees, and transportation to field experience sites.
Costs are subject to change without notice.
Students should begin planning early for financial aid to meet their educational goals. Employment Trends Excellent and varied career opportunities exist for dental hygiene graduates. The demand for licensed dental hygienists continues to increase in Oregon and throughout much of the United States. Dental hygienists can elect to practice full time or on a part-time basis. Earnings of dental hygienists are affected by the type of employer, education and experience of the individual, as well as on the geographic location.