The Dental Hygiene program at Southwestern College provides a comprehensive education designed to prepare students for successful careers as licensed dental hygienists. The program integrates rigorous classroom instruction with extensive hands-on clinical training, covering essential topics such as oral health assessments, preventive care, radiography, and patient management. Students gain practical experience in Southwestern College's state-of-the-art dental clinic, where they work with real patients under the supervision of experienced faculty. Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), the program ensures that graduates are well-equipped to pass national and state licensure exams, opening doors to a variety of career opportunities in the dental healthcare field.