TJC is a smart first choice for any student, whether you plan to transfer to a four-year university or gain the skills and training needed to go directly into the workforce.
Apply NowTJC has an outstanding record of academic quality, offering a bachelor's degree, associate's degree programs, certificates and training and technical programs.
Degrees & CertificatesTJC is one of the largest community colleges in Texas, with 306 full-time faculty members and 248 part-time faculty members, and nearly 13,000 students enrolled.
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Events CalendarThe School of Continuing Studies seeks to provide lifelong learning for people of all ages to develop personal and professional potential, upgrade job-related skills and prepare for informed participation in the civic, cultural and political life of the community.
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Virtual Campus TourExpand your knowledge in Dental Hygiene with our Bachelor Degree Completion program in as few as one or two years.
Degree PlanThe Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene program at TJC is the only one of its kind offered at a community college in Texas. This program is designed for licensed dental hygienists seeking a bachelor's degree.
A bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene offers multiple career opportunities in a variety of settings. In addition to treating patients directly, dental hygienists also work as educators, researchers, community project coordinators, and administrators.
In addition to advancing your dental hygiene knowledge, our program provides you the liberal arts foundation to pursue additional career opportunities in education, research, administration, clinical and public health.
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Carrie HobbsProfessor/Department Chair - Dental Studies Office: RNHS 1.144 | Phone: 903-510-2340 | Email: chob@tjc.edu |
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Julie MettlenProfessor/Program Director - Dental Studies BSDH Office: RNHS 2.252 | Phone: 903-510-2509 | Email: jmet@tjc.edu |
TJC is an open admissions college; however, acceptance into the Dental Hygiene Program is limited. Please submit a Selective Admissions Application to be considered for admission.
