2015 Dental Hygiene Program Applicant Admission Information

2015 Dental Hygiene Program Applicant Admission Information APPLICATION and REQUIREMENTS DEADLINE: March 15, 2015 NOTE: CVCC reserves the right to change curriculum and admission requirements without prior notice. For additional information on this program, see www.cvcc.edu/health_services. When the deadline occurs on a weekend, all materials are due in Student Services office by 5:00pm on the Friday before the deadline. Effective Fall 2015, students may submit only one healthcare program Minimum Admission Requirements (MAR) sheet to the Student Records office. We are glad you have chosen CVCC to further your educational goals. This packet provides information to assist you with the admissions and selection process for the Dental Hygiene program. Please carefully review all information provided in this packet. Additional information can be found on the CVCC website. If you have questions regarding this information, contact the Dental Hygiene Department at 828-327-7000, extension 4164, Student Services at extension 4216, or by emailing healthcare@cvcc.edu. General Information For general information related to the profession of dental hygiene, refer to the Bureau of Labor Statistics provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-hygienists.htm. What is the class schedule/length for the Dental Hygiene program? The dental hygiene core courses are offered only during the day on a full-time basis. The DH program consists of seven semesters, which requires two years to complete after all program pre-requisites are satisfied. Graduates of the program are eligible, with the approval of the Dental Hygiene Program Director, to take the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination and the CITA Examination, as well as other state or regional Dental Hygiene Board Examinations depending upon requirements. Please Note: Graduates applying for NC Licensure will be required to undergo a criminal records check and fingerprinting. Admission: The Dental Hygiene program begins in the Fall Semester. Admission to the program is based upon completion of all minimum requirements as listed on the attached Minimum Admission Requirements- MARs page by the specified deadline date and the competitive selection process. To begin the admissions process, attend a Starting Points Information Session, complete the admission file (see #1 on MARs page), and meet with an admissions staff member in Student Services. 1

Costs: College tuition is set by the North Carolina State Legislature and is subject to change. Dental Hygiene students are required to purchase a variety of books, instruments, clinic uniforms, malpractice insurance, accident insurance, and other fees as set by the College. The approximate cost for the Dental Hygiene program is $6,000 (this figure reflects in-state tuition rates), plus testing, licensure fees, and equipment costs of approximately $5,000.00. See page 12 for additional information on costs. Financial Aid: All applicants are encouraged to apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For information on financial aid, contact the Financial Aid Office at 828-327-7000 or visit http://www.cvcc.edu/student_services/financial_aid/. Computer Access: Coursework requires ready access to the Internet and to a reliable computer with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and internet access. Upon application to CVCC, students are assigned a CVCC email address. It is the responsibility of the student to open this email account and read it frequently as the College provides crucial program information through this email account. IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING CVCC EMAIL: Your CVCC email account is the primary method of communication between the College and you. Please check your CVCC email regularly. You will be notified by CVCC email of your accepted or non-accepted status via CVCC email within 2-3 months after the deadline date for your program. Program Goals and Competencies: To view information regarding program goals and competencies for the Dental Hygiene program, go to the following link: http://www.cvcc.edu/health_services/dental_hygiene/. Criminal Background Check: Carefully read the information below regarding background checks, drug testing, and the result of a negative background check. Some clinical rotation facilities will require students to undergo criminal background checks and/or drug testing. Clinical facilities may refuse access to clinical experiences based on the criminal background checks and/or drug testing. This may have a negative impact on program progression. 2

PHASE 1 MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS (MARs) To be considered for PHASE 2, the Competitive Selection, all applicants must complete PHASE 1 by meeting the Minimum Admission Requirements (MARs) by March 15, 2015. (When the deadline occurs on a weekend, all materials are due in Student Services office by 5:00 pm on the Friday before the deadline.) 1. ATTEND STARTING POINTS* AND COMPLETE ADMISSION FILE. To officially apply to the program, BRING ALL ITEMS that will complete your admission file and meet with an admissions staff member in Student Services. A completed admission file consists of: Current CVCC application for admission Official high school or high school equivalency transcript (waived if applicant is a graduate of a regionally accredited 2 or 4-year college). ALL official (sealed) college transcripts from ALL originating institutions. *Starting Points information is located at http://www.cvcc.edu/student_services/admissions/information_sessions.cfm 2. MEET MINIMUM PLACEMENT TEST REQUIREMENTS. Placement Testing may be waived by having: College level English, math, or computer courses with a minimum grade of C. Appropriate SAT/ACT scores may waive placement tests: SAT Writing 500 Critical Reading 500 Math 580 MINIMUM SCORE REQUIREMENTS ARE: IMPORTANT: ACT English 21 Reading 21 Math 25 COMPASS ASSET CPT Writing 70 Writing 41 Writing 86 Reading 81 Reading 41 Reading 80 Algebra 46 Elementary Algebra 41 Elementary Algebra 55 Applicants who do not meet the above minimum scores must enroll and complete the appropriate developmental courses by the end of fall semester prior to the March 15 deadline. Note: this additional course work must be added to the student s list of MARs to be completed by the deadline date. Placement test results are valid for three (3) years. 3. COMPLETE SHADOWING REQUIREMENT. All applicants must shadow a licensed Dental Hygienist. (Minimum of 4 hours per day on 3 separate days or the equivalent of 12 hours; contact Connie Preiser in the Dental Hygiene Department for Shadowing Questions.) Use the enclosed Dental Hygiene Shadowing Documentation form. Return this form to Student Records in Student Services. 4. MEET REQUIRED CVCC GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA). Prior or currently enrolled CVCC students must have a minimum cumulative (overall) GPA or program GPA of 2.00 on all CVCC coursework. 3

5. COMPLETE REQUIRED GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES (minimum grade of C required). IMPORTANT NOTE: Substitution information is provided as a general guideline. Substitution courses are subject to change without notice. BIO 163 (BIO 168 & 169 or BIO 165 & 166 will substitute for BIO 163. Note: must complete both courses in a sequence with a C of higher to allow substitution) BIO 175 (No substitution for BIO 175; if BIO 275 has already been completed, applicant may contact Emily Whiteley, Department Head for Biology, to request an Advanced Placement exam for BIO 175; advanced placement of BIO 175 is not guaranteed. CVCC s blanket substitutions do not apply to BIO 175 for the Dental Hygiene program.) CHM 130 and CHM 130A (CHM 131 & 131A + 132 = CHM 130/130A. Note: must complete both CHM 131/131A & CHM 132 with a C or higher to allow substitution/ this pair is recommended for students who wish to eventually pursue a bachelor s degree.) COM 110 (COM 120 or COM 231 will substitute for COM 110) ENG 111 ENG 114 or (112 or 113) PSY 150 SOC 210 6. COMPLETE THE PSB EXAM FOR HEALTH OCCUPATIONS. See the attached PSB Exam Information sheet for instructions about the PSB exam. Applicants may also take the PSB exam at other test sites. Official PSB scores must be submitted to CVCC no later than the specified deadline date. We strongly suggest taking the PSB after the General Education courses, especially the sciences, have been completed. 7. SUBMIT THE COMPLETED MARS SHEET TO STUDENT RECORDS. Once the MARS sheet is completed turn in the sheet to Student Records. For information about Student Records hours of operation and location, call 828-327-7000 ext. 4201 or visit online at http://www.cvcc.edu/student_services/student_records/. Completion of the MARs is not a guarantee of acceptance. Admission to the program is based on: completion of all MARs by the deadline date. the number of vacancies in the program. the competitive selection process (MARs 1-7 must be completed by the deadline) Important information regarding acceptance, reapplication, and transfer: Applicants will be notified of acceptance by May 2015 via CVCC email and by postal mail. Applicants not admitted for Fall 2015 must see an admissions staff member in Student Services to re-apply for a future year. CVCC does NOT use waiting lists for any health program. Health program applicants must re-apply for each year they wish to be considered for admission. Applicants seeking readmission or transfer/ap credits for Dental classes or BIO 275 should contact Connie Preiser, RDH, MHS, Dental Hygiene Program Director at cpreiser@cvcc.edu or at 828-327-7000, Ext. 4440. Applicants are responsible for completing admission requirements and making sure all materials have been submitted to the College. 4

DENTAL HYGIENE - Competitive Selection for Dental Hygiene Applicants who meet all of the minimum admission requirements shown on the previous page will be considered for admission using a competitive selection process. (Please see the enclosed sample tally sheet to see how points are assigned in each area.) Criterion 1: Assignment of Points for all General Education Courses in the DH Program Criterion 2: PSB Exam (a) An applicant may take the PSB Examination once per academic year (August 1 st -July 31 st ). (c) Applicants must take the PSB examination prior to the March 15 th deadline. (d) An applicant will be awarded points according to his/her performance on the PSB Examination..For applicants who have tested more than once, the higher score will be used. Optional Bonus Points: Work Experience as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). This is not required for admission into the program. Proof of current Certification from the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and evidence of employment should be sent to the address shown below. Employment verification must be on company letterhead. Work experience prior to obtaining DANB certification will not be considered. The Dental Hygiene program plans to accept 18 applicants. AFTER initial acceptance, but prior to the first day of class, applicants are REQUIRED to: Attend an orientation session with the Dental Hygiene Program Director and Faculty, at which time the student will be provided with information concerning other program requirements including: Healthcare Provider CPR certification, health examination form certifying that he/she appears to be able to participate in the activities of a health profession in a clinical setting, instruments, and additional program costs. If initially accepted into the Dental Hygiene program, the School of Health and Public Services will provide the student with additional information on these requirements. If any of these requirements are not met, the student will not be allowed to enter the DH program. For additional information on the DH program, contact Connie Preiser, Dental Hygiene Program Director, at cpreiser@cvcc.edu, Debbie Lefevers - Dental Hygiene Instructor, at dlefever@cvcc.edu or Crystal Adams, Dental Hygiene Instructor, at cadams@cvcc.edu. IMPORTANT REMINDER: Applicants are responsible for completing admission requirements and making sure all materials have been received by the College. Applicants are responsible for informing the College of any changes in personal information, such as name or mailing address. Follow the instructions on the CVCC Records Dept. web page to change personal information: http://www.cvcc.edu/student_services/student_records/personal_information_changes.cfm NOTE: CVCC reserves the right to change curriculum and admission requirements without prior notice. For additional information on this program, see www.cvcc.edu/health_services. When the deadline occurs on a weekend, all materials are due in Student Services office by 5:00 pm on the Friday before the deadline. Effective Fall 2015, students may submit only one healthcare program Minimum Admission Requirements (MAR) sheet to the Student Records office. 5

DENTAL HYGIENE - Selection Process Tally Sheet This tally sheet is provided for informational purposes only and is subject to change. The official tally sheet used for calculation will determine points used in selecting the class. Criterion 1: Assignment of Points for General Education Courses Required General Education Course/Point Assignment College Course Points BIO 163 Basic Anatomy and Physiology A = 15 B = 10 C = 7 BIO 175 General Microbiology (No Substitution, see pg. 4) A = 15 B = 10 C = 7 CHM 130 Gen, Org, & Biochemistry A = 12 B = 8 C = 5 CHM 130A Gen, Org, & Biochemistry Lab A = 5 B = 3 C = 1 COM 110 Intro To Communication A = 10 B = 6 C = 3 ENG 111 Expository Writing A = 10 B = 6 C = 3 ENG 114 Prof Research & Reporting (or 112 or 113) A = 10 B = 6 C = 3 PSY 150 General Psychology A = 10 B = 6 C = 3 SOC 210 Intro to Sociology A = 10 B = 6 C = 3 Criterion 1 Point Total: (Maximum Points: 97) Criterion 2: PSB Exam Total: (Maximum Points: 50) PSB Total = Average of: Total Academic Aptitude %ile Score + Spelling %ile Score + Reading Comprehension %ile Score + Natural Sciences %ile Score (Note: The Vocational Adjustment index Score is not included in the PSB Exam Total.) x.50 Optional Bonus Point Total: (Maximum Points 3) Work Experience as a CDA**: 1 point per year of work experience as a Certified Dental Assistant to a maximum of 3 years/3 points (Years of experience: ) ** Must provide evidence of Certification from the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and evidence of employment. Work experience prior to obtaining DANB certification will not be considered. Criterion 1 Points: + Criterion 2 Points: + Optional Bonus Points: =Total Points: (Maximum 97 points) (Maximum 50 points) (Maximum 3 points) (Maximum 150 points) 6

DENTAL HYGIENE - PSB Information The PSB (Psychological Services Bureau) Exam is specifically designed for those students entering education programs for health professions. The PSB Exam is comprised of a series of tests that measure abilities, knowledge, and aptitudes considered important for successful performance of students in a health program. Dental Hygiene applicants take the PSB for Health Occupations. The PSB is a timed examination and there is a fee. Following is the series of tests which comprise the PSB Exam: Academic Aptitude (verbal, arithmetic, nonverbal) Spelling Reading Comprehension Information in the Natural Sciences Vocational Adjustment Index (scores in this area are not used in the competitive admissions process) Important information regarding the PSB: Scores achieved in the areas listed above, with the exception of the Vocational Adjustment Index, are just one of the criteria used for admission into the program. Results are not pass/fail. PSB scores are valid for three (3) years; however, a hard copy of PSB scores can only be reproduced for up to one year. If a hard copy cannot be obtained, you will need to re-take the PSB Test. An applicant may take the PSB Exam once per academic year (August 1 st July 31 st ). (For applicants who have tested more than once, the higher score will be used.) Scores prior to Jan. 2012 will not be considered. For better overall PSB performance, it is recommended that the applicant take the PSB exam after the science courses have been completed. To take the PSB Exam: The PSB test is given by appointment only. Contact CVCC Testing Center to schedule a PSB appointment at 828/327-7000, extension 4138. Pay the fee in the CVCC Business Office. The Business Office will provide a receipt of payment. Take the receipt of payment with you to the CVCC Testing Center when you take the test. You will not be allowed to test without the receipt of payment. Picture ID is required to take the PSB. If you have taken the PSB for Health Occupations, for a different medical program, within the last three (3) months, you may have your scores re-normed for Dental Hygiene, instead of taking the test again. There is a fee for having the score re-normed, which you pay in the Business Office. If your scores are over three (3) months old, you must re-test. (Fee is subject to change.) Want more information on the PSB? - For additional information and sample questions go to: www.psbtests.com The Business Office is located directly across from the Administrative Area in the main building and can be reached at (828) 327-7000 ext. 4276 or by visiting http://www.cvcc.edu/student_services/business_office/. The Testing Center can be reached at (828) 327-7000 ext. 4138. Information regarding the Testing Center can be found on the CVCC website at http://www.cvcc.edu/student_services/testing_center/. 7

DENTAL HYGIENE - Essential Program Requirements The following shows examples of the kind of activities a student in the Dental Hygiene program will be required to perform in order to successfully complete the program. ISSUE STANDARD EXAMPLE Occupational Exposure The dental hygiene student may be exposed to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, latex and medicinal preparations. Students shall use appropriate precautions at all times. Communication Visual Mobility Motor Skills Cognitive/Critical Thinking Written, verbal & auditory communication skills to permit effective interaction with others. Visual acuity sufficient to read medical information and assess dental conditions. Sufficient mobility to maneuver in small areas. Fine and gross motor skills sufficient to perform complex psychomotor tasks. Cognitive ability sufficient to recognize deviations from normal, co-diagnose, and plan treatment. Provide care, using standard precautions, for a client/patient with a communicable disease. Communicate with staff members, patients and other students while wearing high filtration masks. Ascertain medical/dental history information. Monitor patient needs during treatment. Provide individualized homecare instructions. Annotate chart entries on paper and/or computerized medical records. Assess intraoral conditions. Interpret dental radiographs. Access patient within confines of dental operatory and radiographic room, which involves a variety of sitting & standing positions, including bending, twisting and reaching. Access darkroom for development of radiographs. Exploring and scaling teeth with small diameter instruments. Manipulating power-driven instruments. Placing dental radiographs. Respond quickly & appropriately to medical emergencies. Utilize assessment information to identify pathology, individualize treatment, and suggest referral when necessary. Please note: Examples are not all inclusive. 8

DENTAL HYGIENE - Additional Program Costs General Fees Estimated Cost Supplies $150.00 (Based on usage face shields, disposable barrier jackets, etc.) Malpractice Insurance Student Hygiene Assoc. Dues (Mandatory membership) $27.50 per year payable each Fall Semester $80.00 per year Instruments $2000.00 (The majority of instruments will be purchased during 1st semester.) Dentoform $150.00 Required Uniform Estimated Cost Scrub Tops & Pants & $300.00 White Leather Shoes Other Costs Estimated Cost Hepatitis Vaccine/Titer up to $300.00 Physical Exam $170.00 Pinning Ceremony/Class Dues To Be Determined (Based on student planning and fund raising) Licensure Costs Estimated Cost National Board Exam $360.00 CITA Examination $1350.00 NC License Fee $75.00 (Plus travel & other patient expenses for students eligible to apply based on successful completion of program) Please Note: These cost estimates are in addition to the costs that any student attending CVCC will incur each semester, such as tuition, activity fees, accident insurance, books, and class supplies such as pens, paper, etc. Students applying for graduation will also pay graduation fees. Estimates for these costs may be found in the CVCC general catalog (http://www.cvcc.edu) NOTE: CVCC reserves the right to change curriculum and admission requirements without prior notice. For additional information on this program, see www.cvcc.edu/health_services. When the deadline occurs on a weekend, all materials are due in Student Services office by 5:00 pm on the Friday before the deadline. Effective Fall 2015, students may submit only one healthcare program Minimum Admission Requirements (MAR) sheet to the Student Records office. 9

DENTAL HYGIENE - Course Sequence PRE-REQUISITES 1 : (Pre-requisites must be completed by the end of the fall semester prior to the year you wish to enter Dental Hygiene. Below is a suggested course sequence when working on pre-requisites.) FIRST SEMESTER Class Lab Clinic Credit BIO 163 Basic Anatomy and Physiology 4 2 0 5 CHM 130 General, Organic & Biochemistry 3 0 0 3 CHM 130A General, Organic & Biochemistry Lab 0 2 0 1 ENG 111 Expository Writing 3 0 0 3 PSY 150 General Psychology 3 0 0 3 Total Credit Hours 15 SECOND SEMESTER Class Lab Clinic Credit BIO 175 General Microbiology 2 2 0 3 COM 110 Intro to Communication 3 0 0 3 ENG 114 Professional Research and Reporting 3 0 0 3 SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology 3 0 0 3 Total Credit Hours 12 FIRST YEAR 2 : (After acceptance into the Dental Hygiene program) FALL SEMESTER Class Lab Clinic Credit DEN 110 Orofacial Anatomy 2 2 0 3 DEN 111 Infection/Hazard Control 2 0 0 2 DEN 120 DH Preclinic lecture 2 0 0 2 DEN 121 DH Preclinic Lab 0 6 0 2 Arts/Humanities Elective* 3 0 0 3 Total Credit Hours 12 *Hum/Fine Arts Elective may be taken prior to admission. SPRING SEMESTER Class Lab Clinic Credit DEN 112 Dental Radiography 2 3 0 3 DEN 222 General & Oral Pathology 2 0 0 2 DEN 130 DH Theory I 2 0 0 2 DEN 131 DH Clinic I 0 0 9 3 DEN 123 Nutrition/Dental Health 2 0 0 2 Total Credit Hours 12 SUMMER SEMESTER Class Lab Clinic Credit DEN 124 Periodontology 2 0 0 2 DEN 140 DH Theory II 1 0 0 1 DEN 141 DH Clinic II 0 0 6 2 Total Credit Hours 5 10

SECOND YEAR 2 : FALL SEMESTER Class Lab Clinic Credit DEN 220 DH Theory III 2 0 0 2 DEN 221 DH Clinic III 0 0 12 4 DEN 223 Dental Pharmacology 2 0 0 2 DEN 232 Community Dental Health 2 0 3 3 Total Credit Hours 11 SPRING SEMESTER Class Lab Clinic Credit DEN 224 Materials and Procedures 1 3 0 2 DEN 230 DH Theory IV 1 0 0 1 DEN 231 DH Clinic IV 0 0 12 4 DEN 233 Professional Development 2 0 0 2 Total Credit Hours 9 Total Hours Required For Graduation: 76 1 These courses may be taken in any sequence or combination provided that the pre-requisites of each are met. 2 These courses must be taken in this specific sequence. 3 The following courses (all 3 credit hours) will satisfy the Humanities/Fine Arts elective for Dental Hygiene: ART 111 Art Appreciation ART 114 Art History Survey I DRA 111 Theatre Appreciation DRA 122 Oral Interpretation DRA 126 Storytelling DRA 130 Acting I ENG 125 Creative Writing I ENG 231 American Literature I ENG 232 American Literature II ENG 241 British Literature I ENG 242 British Literature II ENG 251 Western World Literature I ENG 252 Western World Literature II HUM 110 Technology and Society HUM 120 Cultural Studies HUM 211 Humanities I HUM 220 Human Values and Meaning MUS 110 Music Appreciation MUS 111 Fundamentals of Music MUS 112 Introduction to Jazz MUS 213 Opera and Musical Theater PHI 210 History of Philosophy PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics REL 110 World Religions REL 211 Intro to Old Testament REL 212 Intro to New Testament REL 221 Religion in America SPA 141 Culture and Civilization Communications (COM) and introductory foreign language courses are not accepted as a Humanities/Fine Arts elective, but advanced foreign language courses will be considered. 11

DENTAL HYGIENE - Shadowing Documentation Applicant: CVCC ID# or LAST 4 DIGITS of SS#: (Please print.) To meet minimum admission requirements, applicants must shadow a licensed Dental Hygienist for at least four (4) hours per day on each of three (3) different days. Contact any dental professional to arrange your shadowing. Shadowing sessions do not have to be with the same office. Applicants are exempt from shadowing if they provide proof of one of the following (check all that apply): Graduation from a one-year Dental Assisting program. Work or have worked in a dental practice that employs dental hygienists for at least 6 months. (Employment verification must be on dental office letterhead.) Dental Hygienist Certification This certifies that the above named applicant completed hours of shadowing on. Date Name: NC License #: Address: Signature: Telephone: Date: This certifies that the above named applicant completed hours of shadowing on. Date Name: NC License #: Address: Signature: Telephone: Date: This certifies that the above named applicant completed hours of shadowing on. Date Name: NC License #: Address: Signature: Telephone: Date: Applicant: Please submit the completed form to the address shown below: Catawba Valley Community College Student Records 2550 Highway 70 SE Hickory, NC 28602 12