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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene - Partnership Agreement with Virginia Western Community College
72
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene - Partnership Agreement with Virginia Western Community College
72
Course Grad Req Dental Hygiene Partnership (2026-27 Catalog)
72
Program Prerequisites
10
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Prerequisites must be taken prior to the first semester of the program. Applicants must meet the general admission requirements for admission to both VWCC and Laurel Ridge Community College. For application materials and additional program information, please see the Virginia Western Health Technology website.
BIO 141 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 142 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SDV 101 - Orientation to Health Professions Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
1st Semester Requirements
15
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 15 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 111 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 115 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 120 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 130 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 141 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
2nd Semester Requirements
15
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 15 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 142 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 145 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 146 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 216 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 150 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
3rd Semester Requirements
10
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 10 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 150 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 143 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 235 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
4th Semester Requirements
12
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 12 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 214 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 226 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 244 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PSY 230 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
5th Semester Requirements
10
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the VWCC Dental Hygiene Program is required to renroll in DNH courses.
Earn 10 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 227 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 230 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DNH 245 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PHI 220 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Residency
72
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 54 credits may be applied to this program.
GPA
72
This requires a minimum GPA of 2