Students also gain assistance in publishing their research in a referred journal. Each student in the graduate program is required to pass a comprehensive written examination upon completion of the required courses. The exam is typically given at the end of the fall semester during the second year. Internship One of the highlights of the students' graduate experience is the full-time supervised internship conducted during the student's last semester in residence. Most students elect to participate in a teaching internship although some have selected other types such as a management internship.
Students can select where they wish to perform the internship.
Many students stay in North Carolina to fulfill this requirement, yet some have traveled as far as Australia. Students who successfully pass the evaluation will be exempt. This course is designed to introduce the student to a variety of teaching philosophies and methodologies. Educational concepts such as methods of presentation, testing and measurement are explored. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of theory to dental hygiene education.