The Dental Hygiene program at the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) offers a comprehensive education designed to prepare students for careers as dental hygienists. The program emphasizes both academic knowledge and hands-on clinical experience, providing students with skills in preventive dental care, patient education, and therapeutic services. Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), UAA's program combines classroom instruction with clinical practice at the UAA Dental Clinic, allowing students to gain practical experience while serving the local community. Graduates are well-prepared to take national and state licensing exams.