General Studies Degree Dental Hygiene Track (GSDH)

This concentration is for those who anticipate applying to the Dental Hygiene (DHY) program, allowing them to complete general education requirements prior to acceptance. DHY is a selective program (see pages 14-15 of the college catalog); enrollment into this General Studies concentration does not guarantee admission into the DHY program.

Campus/format: This program can be completed during the day or evening at the Devens or Gardner Campus.

Helpful hints: Dental Hygiene is a rigorous degree program; students interested in applying to MWCC’s Dental Hygiene program should enter the GSDH program first and take as many courses as possible before matriculating into the Dental Hygiene program.

Special requirements: The Dental Hygiene program is a selective enrollment program. It requires additional application components, the process is competitive, and space is limited. The application deadline is Feb 1.

Technical standards must be met with or without accommodations.

Requirements and more information about the Dental Hygiene Degree

*Note: PER130 is recommended for transfer
**Recommended completion prior to program application.

Elective courses by abbreviation

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Program Competencies

Program Competencies are those outcomes outlined in the Institutional Effectiveness and Learning Outcomes section of the college catalog.

Technical Standards*

*general information about technical standards and accommodation

Students entering these programs must be able to demonstrate the ability to:

1. Comprehend textbook material at the 11th grade level.
2. Communicate and assimilate information either in spoken, printed, signed, or computer voice format.
3. Gather, analyze, and draw conclusions from data