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Program Objectives
Islington Dental Academy is committed to ensuring its students graduate with extensive knowledge and practical training to prepare them for a career as a dental Hygienist.  Our diploma program is comprehensive and practical; students’ are trained in accordance with industry standards. 

Under the direction of professional dentists, students will complete the mandatory practical component.  The placement is arranged by Islington Dental Academy.

Career Opportunities
Upon graduating from Islington Dental Academy you will be able to seek employment in private dental settings offering general dentistry or those specializing in such practices as, periodontist, orthodontist, pedodontist, and prosthodontist

Job Ready  
Our Career Services Department will support our graduates in resume writing, preparing for job interviews and provide strategies to learn how to gain a job in their chosen profession.

Program Outline
SEMESTER 1             
General Anatomy and Physiology
Dental Material
Microbiology
Dental and Orofacial Anatomy Histology and Embryology
Computer Applications and Office Management
Pharmacology
Preclinical Dental Hygiene

SEMESTER 2
General and Oral Pathology
Nutrition
Radiography
Public Dental Health
Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice
Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist
Pre clinical Dental Hygiene II

SEMESTER 3
Patient Psychology, Relations, Effective Communication and Client Care
Special Needs Client
Professional Practice and Ethical Considerations
Case Presentation and Interpretation
Clinical Practice 1
Clinical Practice including Externship
 

Career Opportunities