FHTC's CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program prepares students for a challenging and rewarding career as a primary care oral health professional. Students participate in interactive experiences performing dental hygiene diagnosis and assessments with precision, safety and efficiency while focusing on team cooperation and personal growth.
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Program Options
Dental Hygiene offers an associate of applied science degree option.
The associate of applied science degree is a two-year program that contains technical and general education courses. Students will participate in planned and supervised experiences directed toward performing dental hygiene diagnosis and assessment with precision, safety and efficiency. They will demonstrate hygiene skills and integrate these skills into the total curriculum. Students will be active in team cooperation and develop personal growth toward life-long learning. Acceptance into the program is contingent upon completing the necessary prerequisite courses.
Students admitted to the FHTC Dental Programs are subject to contact with blood and/or body fluids. FHTC Dental Programs follow all OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen, Exposure Control Guidelines, and the Universal and Standard precautions throughout the pre-clinical, lab and clinical experiences.
Application Deadline and Requirements
- FA24 HYG Admissions Criteria
- Application deadline for Fall 2024 is December 15, 2023.
- All applicants are required to take the TEAS or ACT entrance exam.
- All applicants are required to submit a non-refundable $50.00 application fee within 30 days of application submission in order to have their application processed.
Associates Degree Course Requirements
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dental Hygiene program will have mastered the skills and knowledge necessary to gain employment in dental offices for hygiene functions and management. The dental hygienist is a licensed primary care oral health professional who provides education, assessment, research, administrative, diagnostic, preventive and therapeutic services that support overall health through the promotion of optimal oral health.
Career opportunities include:
- Private Practice Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant
- Product Sales Representative
- Dental Office Consultant
- Overseas Dental Opportunities
- Armed Services
- Education
Program Faculty
Barb Evans
AHA Coordinator/Instructor
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Barb, a 2004 graduate of the FHTC Practical Nursing program, has worked at Flint Hills Technical College since 1997. She has been an EMS volunteer for 25 years, FHTC Instructor/Coordinator for 20 years and also serves as the area Training Center Coordinator.
Katherine Morgan
Director of Dental Programs
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Katherine is a graduate of two FHTC programs, Dental Assisting in 2009 and Dental Hygiene in 2012. Prior to becoming an instructor at FHTC, she worked in an area dental office as a dental assistant, scaling assistant and dental hygienist. Katherine assists in clinical instruction.
Taylor Whetham
Dental Hygiene Instructor
Amanda Parsons
Dental Hygiene Instructor
620-341-1337
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Barb, a 2004 graduate of the FHTC Practical Nursing program, has worked at Flint Hills Technical College since 1997. She has been an EMS volunteer for 25 years, FHTC Instructor/Coordinator for 20 years and also serves as the area Training Center Coordinator.
620-341-1348
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Katherine is a graduate of two FHTC programs, Dental Assisting in 2009 and Dental Hygiene in 2012. Prior to becoming an instructor at FHTC, she worked in an area dental office as a dental assistant, scaling assistant and dental hygienist. Katherine assists in clinical instruction.
Academic Partnership
FHTC students who complete an Associate of Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene may be eligible to utilize a 2+2 agreement with the following institutions to further their education.
Wichita State University: Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene
Fort Hays State University: Bachelor of Technology Leadership
Kansas State University: Bachelor of Science in Technology Management
Pittsburg State University: Bachelor of Applied Science
Washburn University: Bachelor of Applied Science
Program Information & Resources
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