Dear Prospective Student
Thank you for your interest in the Temple College Dental Hygiene Program. We are pleased that you are considering
Temple College, and we invite you to visit our campus.
The Dental Hygiene Program at Temple College is fully accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation,
American Dental Association. The Dental Hygiene Program commences in the summer semester each year and takes
approximately two years of full time study to complete. The program leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree
in Dental Hygiene. Enrollment is limited to twelve (12) incoming students each year, and admission is competitive.
Applications for admission in the Summer 2012 are currently being accepted. Note that even if you applied in the
past, you will need to submit a new application to be considered for the Summer of 2012.
Many of your questions regarding our program can be answered by reading the enclosed material. Introductory
information sessions will be conducted for prospective applicants at 4 p.m. on the second Monday in the months of
January, February, March (the March session will take place the first Monday of the month if the second Monday falls
during Spring Break), April, June, July, September, October and November. Sessions take place in the Health Sciences
Center, Located on the East Campus of Temple College. Attendance at one of these information sessions is
required: you will receive the actual application at the information session. Plan to spend about one hour at the
information session. No appointment is necessary. We strongly urge you to attend an information session early in
your preparation. Do not wait until the “last minute.” Our program admission criteria are specific and require
sequential planning.
Please feel free to call us for any additional information at (254) 298-8678 (1-800-460-4636, ext: 8678). We are
happy to assist you in preparing your application.
Sincerely,
Diane Ring, R.D.H., M.H.S.M.
Director, Dental Hygiene
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Enclosures
Health Sciences Building
2600 South 1st Street
Temple, TX 76504-7435
254-298-8678
Temple College
Dental Hygiene Program
Admission to Temple College does not imply or guarantee admission to the Dental Hygiene Program. The Dental
Hygiene Program uses a selective admission process. Students are selected by a Dental Hygiene Admissions
Committee that considers criteria such as THEA scores, pre-entrance departmental aptitude test, overall college
grade point average, prerequisite science GPA, and interview.
The number of students admitted each year is limited because of classroom, laboratory and clinic space, regulating
agency requirements, and student-teacher ratios.
The admission process is competitive and uses criteria indicative of probable success in the program. A point system
is used for selection. The admission committee ranks students according to points received in the program
admission criteria.
The deadline for applications each year is January 20th. All prerequisite coursework MUST be completed by the
deadline.
PROGRAM ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. Graduated from high school or passed the GED.
2. Be eligible for readmission to college(s) previously attended.
3. Be eligible for readmission to health science program(s) previously attended, if applicable.
4. Attend a pre-application Dental Hygiene Program information session.
5. Submit an admissions application and be admitted to Temple College.
6. Submit all official college transcripts, including satisfactory completion of prerequisite courses and
mathematics competency demonstration to Temple College Director of Admissions and the Dental
Hygiene Program Director.
7. Pass all three sections of the Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) examination or an appropriate
alternative (Accuplacer, ACT or SAT). Scores must be official.
8. Pass the pre-entrance department al aptitude test, the Health Occupations Basic Admissions Test
(HOBET). Scores must be official.
9. Submit an admissions application to the Dental Hygiene Program.
10. Submit verification of sixteen hours of observation in two different dental practice facilities.
Your application will not be processed if any of the stated Program Admission Criteria are missing or incomplete.
Please feel free to contact the Dental Hygiene Program office at 254-298-8678 for additional information. For
information about residential living, contact the University Courtyard Apartments, 877-754-3555, and for
information about financial aid, contact the Financial Aid office at 254-298-8321.
INFORMATION SESSION – MANDATORY
An introductory information session will be conducted for prospective applicants at 4:00 PM on the second Monday
in the months of January, February, **March, ( **When the second Monday in March occurs during Spring Break, the
Information Session will be conducted on the First Monday. ) April, June, July, September , October and November of
each year in the Health Sciences Center, East Campus, Temple College. These sessions will help answer any questions
applicants may have about the program and the admissions process. Applicants will receive an application at the
information session.
Plan to spend approximately one hour at the information sessions. No appointment or reservation is necessary.
TEXAS HIGHER EDUCATION ASSESSMENT (THEA-formerly TASP)
Applicants must pass all three sections of the THEA – reading, writing and mathematics—or an appropriate
alternative test (Accuplacer, SAT or ACT) to be considered for admission to the Dental Hygiene Program. All scores
will be factored into the applicant’s composite score.
PRE-ENTRANCE DEPARTMENTAL APTITUDE TEST
Applicants must pass the pre-entrance departmental aptitude test, the Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test
(HOBET). The score on the HOBET will be factored in the applicant’s composite score. Information about HOBET is
provided at the information session.
TEMPLE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS APPLICATION
Applicants must file a Temple College Admissions Application with the Admissions & Records Office. The application
must be complete and contain the applicant’s current mailing address. Refer to Temple College Catalog for more
information. Prospective students will receive an application at the information session.
DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM ADMISSIONS APPLICATION
Applicants must file a Temple College Dental Hygiene Admissions Application with the Dental Hygiene Program
Director. The application must be complete and contain the applicant’s current mailing address.
OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS
Applicants must order official transcript to be sent to the Temple College Admission & Records office AND the
Dental Hygiene Program Director. Transcripts from colleges/universities, or other educational institutions should be
included.
Official transcripts must include the satisfactory completion of Dental Hygiene Program prerequisite courses. All
prerequisite courses must be completed by the January 20th application deadline. Applicants must have a minimum
grade of “C” or better in each course. A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 is required for
admission. All science courses must have been taken within the past five years.
All prerequisite courses must be completed PRIOR to the application deadline.
Applicants must demonstrate competency in fundamental mathematical skills by a placement test score of a
minimum performance level in elementary algebra (THEA, Accuplacer, ACT or SAT). Mathematical demonstration
must be completed by the January 20 application deadline.
Your application will not be processed if any of the stated Program Admission Criteria are missing or incomplete.
TESTING
The Commission on Dental Accreditation, American Dental Association, requires all students admitted to a dental
hygiene program take and pass a standardized test, even if you are THEA-exempt. Test scores to be used in
selection:
1.
THEA or appropriate alternative. (Accuplacer, ACT or SAT can be taken in lieu of THEA. The Dental
Hygiene Program DOES NOT ACCEPT high school exit examination scores, Compass, Asset , “B or
better” developmental courses, prior military service, or existing degree exemptions.) Scores must
come from the institution where the assessment was taken.
2.
HOBET: pre-entrance departmental aptitude test. See attached information regarding HOBET
testing. Scores must come from institution.
GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA)
Grades are extremely important in the calculation of your total points. You must have an overall GPA of at least 2.5
and a “C” or better in each prerequisite course. In addition, your prerequisite science GPA must have been taken
within the last 5 years and will be calculated and added as a separate score.
Prerequisite courses required prior to applying to the program:
BIOL 2401
Human Anatomy & Physiology I
4 semester hours
BIOL 2421
Microbiology
4 semester hours
CHEM 1405
Introduction to College Chemistry
4 semester hours
**Mathematics Competency Demonstration (Met by passing the Math portion of THEA
(or acceptable alternative)
Required prior to enrolling in DHYG 1301, Orofacial Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, and DHYG 1431, Preclinical
Dental Hygiene, and DHYG 1227, Preventive Dental Hygiene Care:
BIOL 2402
Human Anatomy *& Physiology II
(minimum acceptable grade is “C”)
4 semester hours
Additional points will be given for completed general academic requirements.
Applications received by the Dental hygiene Program are reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Incomplete
applications will not be considered for admission to the program.
INTERVIEW
The top applicants will be asked to interview with the Dental Hygiene Admissions Committee. The purpose of the
interview is to determine which applicants will be offered positions in the incoming class and which will be placed on
the alternate list. An interview does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Each interview will be scheduled
for 20 minutes. The interview will include a writing component and manual dexterity component. The interview
score will be added to the applicant’s preliminary score.
The 12 applicants with the highest composite scores will be offered positions in the incoming class; the next eight will
be placed on the alternate list. All applicants will be notified of their status by March 1.
CONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE
Applicants must:
1. Provide evidence of pre-entry physical and visual acuity examination to include proof of required
immunizations. The Dental Hygiene Program has certain minimum physical and health requirements
which every successful applicant must meet.
2. Have completed (minimum grade of “C”) BIOL 2402 prior to enrolling in DHYG 1301, DHYG 1227,
and DHYG 1431.
3. Complete an online certified background check through the department.
ALTERNATE STATUS
Alternate status is awarded to some applicants who meet all requirements but do not rank in the top 12. In the
event of a vacancy, the alternates will be notified according to their ranking on the alternate list.
REAPPLICATION
If you are not selected for the Dental Hygiene Program, you may re-apply the next year. You will need to submit a
new application and updated transcripts, but will not be required to attend a second information session. The
applicant is eligible for re-application a maximum of two times.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The deadline for applying to the Temple College Dental Hygiene Program is January 20th of each year. By March 1,
the Program Director will send a notice of acceptance, alternate status, or rejection to each applicant who has
submitted all necessary Program Admission Criteria. Accepted applicants will have until March15 to notify the
Program Director in writing of the applicant’s intention.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK
Students must complete a criminal background check 60 prior to the start of the required off-site clinical rotations
during the sophomore year in the program. Students with any of the following infractions will not be able to
complete clinical requirements of the Dental Hygiene Program because the rotation sites will not allow students on
site without a clear background check:
 Criminal homicide
 Aiding suicide
 Burglary
 Kidnapping or unlawful
 Agreement to abduct a
 Theft (Felony level)
restraint
child from custody
 Misapplication of
 Indecency with a child
 Sale or purchase of a
fiduciary property of a
child
financial institution (Class
 Sexual assault
A or Felony level)
 Arson
 Injury to a child, elderly
 Securing execution of a
individual or disabled
 Robbery
document by deception
individual
 Aggravated robbery
(Class A or Felony level)
 Abandoning or
 Assault (Class A or Felony
endangering a child
level)
DRUG CONVICTIONS
Although criminal convictions involving drugs are not listed above, the State Board of Dental Examiners may not issue
a Dental Hygiene License to an individual with a drug-related criminal record.
COMPLIANCE WITH BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN STANDARDS
AND OTHER REGULATORY POLICIES
Temple College Dental Hygiene Program complies with all institutional, local, state and federal regulations involving
blood borne pathogens and infectious diseases, ionizing radiation, and hazardous materials. Students in the Dental
Hygiene Program will follow all CDC, OSHA, and other infectious disease policies to protect themselves and their
patients from occupational exposures to these potential hazards. The applicant should be aware that the profession
of Dental Hygiene is classified as an OSHA Category I risk level for blood borne pathogens.
It is the policy of Temple College that all persons shall receive equal opportunities in admission or access to, or
treatment or employment in, its programs and activities, without regard to race, religion, color, handicap,
disability, gender, age, or national origin. The Dental Hygiene Program is obligated to maintain the highest
standards of care and professionalism that are consistent with the public’s expectations of the health professions
with regard to protection of the privacy and confidentiality of students, patients, faculty and staff.
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TEMPLE COLLEGE
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN DENTAL HYGIENE
Pre-requisites
CHEM 1305
CHEM 1105
BIOL
2421
BIOL
2401
MATH
BIOL
2402
Introduction to College Chemistry lecture
Introduction to College Chemistry lab
Microbiology
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
competency demonstration
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Total Hours
Summer Semester (12 weeks)
DHYG
1301
Orofacial Anatomy, Histology & Embryology
DHYG
1327
Preventive Dental Hygiene Care
Fall Semester
DHYG
DHYG
DHYG
ENGL
Spring Semester
DHYG
DHYG
DHYG
DHYG
PSYC
1431
1304
2201
1301
1211
1260
1207
2231
2301
3
___
12
3
___
12
0
___
0
Cont
Hrs
48
48
96
96
96
___
384
Semester
Credit
Hrs
3
1
4
4
4
___
16
Total Hours
0
0
___
0
96
64
___
160
3
3
___
6
Total Hours
2
2
2
3
___
9
6
4
0
0
___
10
0
0
0
0
___
0
128
96
32
48
___
304
4
3
2
3
___
12
Total Hours
2
0
2
2
3
___
10
1
0
0
0
0
___
1
0
12
0
0
0
___
12
64
192
32
32
48
___
368
3
2
2
2
3
___
12
2
1
___
3
0
4
___
4
0
0
___
0
32
80
___
112
2
2
___
4
0
1
0
0
0
16
0
0
0
0
256
64
32
48
48
3
3
2
3
3
Preclinical Dental Hygiene
Dental Radiology
Contemporary Dental Hygiene Care I
Composition I
Periodontology
Clinical - Dental Hygienist I
General and Dental Nutrition
Contemporary Dental Hygiene Care II
General Psychology
2361
1315
1239
1301
2311
Clinical – Dental Hygienist II
Community Dentistry
General and Oral Pathology
Introduction to Sociology
Technical/Business Writing
0
3
2
3
3
1302
Composition II
3
1311, 1315, 1318, or 1321
Total Hours
Clinical – Dental Hygienist III
Dental Hygiene Practice
Special Topics in Dental Hygiene
Fine Arts/Humanities
Clinic
Hrs
0
0
0
0
4
1
___
5
Total Hours
Spring Semester
DHYG
2262
DHYG
1123
DHYG
1291
Elective
Lab
Hrs
0
4
3
3
2
3
___
5
Summer Semester (12 weeks)
DHYG 1235
Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist
DHYG
1319
Dental Materials (8 week course)
Fall Semester
DHYG
DHYG
DHYG
SOCI
ENGL
or
ENGL
and
SPCH
Lect
Hrs
3
0
3
3
3
___
11
___
1
0
1
1
3
___
0
0
4
0
___
___
16
12
0
0
0
___
___
448
___
14
192
16
80
48
___
2
1
2
3
___
Academic
Dental Hygiene
Total Hours
5
4
12
336
624
1536
8
31
41
Total
2112
72
ESTIMATED COST OF DENTAL HYGIENE EDUCATION
Does Not include Room & Board
All Cost Are Approximate
All Cost Are
In District
Out of District
Out of State
$ 150
$150
$150
CPR Certification
50
50
50
Tuition, fees, etc.
3,110
4,610
9,776
800
800
800
1,600
1,600
1,600
Uniforms
200
200
200
Membership In Student Association
65
65
65
Student Conference/activities
200
200
200
$6,175
$7,675
$12,841
$2,535
$3,835
$8,334
Textbooks**
500
500
500
Visual Exam
50
50
50
CPR Certification
50
50
50
Instrument kits/supplies
350
350
350
Uniforms
50
50
50
Annual Membership in Student Association
65
65
65
Student Conference/activities
200
200
200
Review for National Boards
400
400
400
$4,200
$5,500
$9,999
First Year*
Pre-entry physical/visual exam & vaccinations
Textbooks**
Instrument kits/supplies
First Year Total
Second Year
Tuition, fees, etc
Second Year Total
TWO-YEAR TOTAL
$10,375
$13,175
$22,840
*First Year does not include the cost of prerequisite courses.
**Dental Hygiene textbooks only; does not include the cost of general academic textbooks
-There is no graduation fee if sophomores make application on time. The late graduation fee is $30. Professional
pins cost about $30 and are at students’ expense; precious metals are available at a higher cost.
-The National Board Examination is taken during the Spring semester of the sophomore year and cost about $300.
--The Western Regional Board Examination is taken after graduation, but students must have their paid application
filed during the school year. The fee for the Western Regional Board is approximately $1,050.
--The Texas Jurisprudence Examination packet costs approximately $60.
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!!!NOTICE!!!
If you are taking prerequisites at
AUSTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE:
Course numbers for Anatomy and Physiology at ACC do not match the Texas
Common Numbering System. The Temple College Dental hygiene Program
requires all applicants to take Anatomy and Physiology on a science major/premed track.
Students at Austin Community College must take
BIOL 2304 (Lecture) and BIOL 2101(Lab) (Anatomy) to satisfy the Temple
College Anatomy & Physiology I pre-requisite
AND
BIOL 2305 (Lecture) and BIOL 2102 (Lab) (Physiology) to satisfy the Anatomy &
Physiology II co-requisite for the Temple College Dental Hygiene Program
Introductory level A&P classes are not accepted by the Temple College Dental
Hygiene Program
HEALTH OCCUPATIONS BASIC ENTRANCE TEST (HOBET V)
The HOBET V is administered by computer in the Temple College Testing Center, which is located on the second floor of One
College Center. The test cost is $40.00 and is offered to students on a walk-in basis from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through
Thursday. For Friday appointments, call the Testing Center at (254) 298-8586.
You must achieve a composite score of at least 60 to qualify for the Dental Hygiene Program. Students are allowed to retest if
they don’t pass. Study guides are available for the HOBET V are available at the Temple College Bookstore, located in the Arnold
Student Center.
If you have any questions, call the Dental Hygiene Program office at (254) 298-8678 (1-800-460-4636, ext. 8678)
TEMPLE COLLEGE
DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM
2600 South First Street, HSC Bldg.
Temple, TX 76504-7435
(254) 298-8678
DENTAL HYGIENE
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
Please make sure you include the following documents with your completed application for the Dental Hygiene
Program. If you attended another college(s), please contact the registrar and request transcripts be mailed to BOTH
the Temple College Admissions and Records office and the Temple College Dental Hygiene Program. Only official
transcripts will be accepted.
Application deadline is January 20th and mailed applications must be postmarked by that date. If January 20th falls on
a Saturday or Sunday, hand delivered applications must be received by noon the preceding Friday.
Mail Application to:
Temple College
Dental Hygiene Program
2600 South First Street, HSC Bldg.
Temple, TX 76504-7635
Checklist for Dental Hygiene Application
1. ______ Attended Dental Health Information Session
2. ______ Completed Temple College Admission Application
3. ______
*Official transcripts from college(s) previously attended (must include prerequisite courses), sent to
BOTH the Dental Hygiene Program and the Admissions & Records Office
4. ______
*Official evidence of THEA or appropriate alternative
5. ______
*Official scores or pre-entrance departmental aptitude test, the HOBET V
6. ______
*Completed Dental Hygiene Admission Application