Any student not completing the form within the allotted time will not be allowed to enter the clinical areas and may be removed from class until such time as the requirements are satisfied. 2018-2019 Academic Procedures Manual ATTENTION: Health Care Providers who test positive for Hepatitis or HIV must notify: Chief, Communicable Disease Control Section P.O. Box 27687 Raleigh, NC CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION All dental hygiene students must be certified in health care provider level cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a yearly basis. A copy of current certification must be submitted to CastleBranch prior to the first day of class. Students are responsible for scheduling and completing CPR re-certification annually while in the Dental Hygiene Program. Students must take CPR training from the following provider: American Heart Association: BLS Provider (CPR and AED) NOTE: FTCC offers CPR classes through continuing education classes located in the Neil Currie Continuing Education Center. The course must be for BLS providers and must include infants, children, and adults – in addition to AED. Current certification must be maintained throughout the career of the professional dental hygienist; CPR certification is a requirement of licensure and recertification of licensure. Documentation must be on file for any person who is medically or physically unable to perform such services. DENTAL HYGIENE NATIONAL EXAM Each second-year Dental Hygiene student will apply and sit for a Dental Hygiene National Board Exam - approximately a 7-hour, written examination of all dental and biological sciences. Students should organize and review all notes and texts covering dental (DEN) and biological (BIO) sciences throughout their educational training.
Applicants with a felony conviction may have limited licensure and employment opportunities – and should contact the Board of Dental Examiners office (919) 678-8223, or on the website at , with any questions. The Board of Dental Examiners will not discuss applicant status of any candidate with Program faculty or administration. Cost of Program 2018-19 (Approximation) *In-coming students will be provided an itemized list of requirements Fall Semester –1st Year Tuition* and related fees Books & supplies Uniform Package Instrument Kits SADHA Membership Dues Malpractice Insurance $1480.00 1400.00 600.00 1200.00 130.00 12.00 $4,822.00 Spring Semester –1st Year Tuition* and related fees Books & supplies Instrument Kits/X-Ray Kits 1480.00 300.00 1000.00 $2,780.00 Summer Semester – 1st Year Tuition* and related fees Books & supplies Loupes & lights (recommended) 816.00 150.00 1300.00 $2,266.00 Estimated Cost 1st Year: $9,868.00 Fall Semester – 2nd Year Tuition* and related fees Books & supplies SWERV ultrasonic & inserts Instrument Kits Membership Dues Uniform Replacement Malpractice Insurance Graduation Fee 1404.00 420.00 1400.00 500.00 130.00 200.00 12.00 25.00 $4,091.00 Spring Semester –2nd Year *ADEX/CITA fees include: ADEX/CITA Exam: $975 Hygiene Facility Fee: $275 (facility, sterilization) ADEX/CITA Administrative Fee: $275 Tuition* and related fees Books & supplies Instrument Replacements National Board Review - Raleigh National Exam ADEX/CITA Exam - UNC NC RDH License Fee 968.00 100.00 100.00 (+) 425.00 (+) 435.00 (+) 1525.00 75.00 $3,628.00