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Access to Dental Hygiene and Therapy

Access to Dental Hygiene Therapy is a program designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge, and qualifications required to progress to a degree in Dental Hygiene and Therapy. The program is specifically aimed at individuals who do not have the traditional qualifications required for university entry, such as A-levels or equivalent.

The Access to Dental Hygiene Therapy course covers a range of subjects, including anatomy and physiology, oral health education, patient assessment, and clinical skills. It also includes modules on the legal and ethical considerations of dental practice, as well as the social and cultural aspects of oral health care.

Upon completion of the Access to Dental Hygiene Therapy program, students can apply for a degree in Dental Hygiene and Therapy at a university. Dental Hygiene and Therapy is a specialised field of dentistry that involves the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral diseases and conditions. Graduates of this degree program can go on to work as dental hygienists or dental therapists, providing patient care in both private and public healthcare settings.

 

Provider

Academy Online Learning

USP College

Diploma cost

£1186*

£2995/ £3022*

Other costs

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Entry requirement (all residents must be in UK)

GCSEs/ Functional Skills can be worked alongside the Diploma

Level 2 English, working towards level 2 Maths

Extras

Full UCAS support

Full UCAS Support

Start

Anytime

Campus: September


Online: Various start dates throughout the year

Duration

12 months

12 months

Advanced Learner Loan

Enquire

Yes

Campus/ Online

Online

Campus/ Online

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*Prices may vary, view the websites for up-to-date prices and calculate the total of study