Dental Hygiene

Eastern's Dental Hygiene Program is the only entry-level bachelor's degree program in the state of Washington. In fact, less than 15 percent of the dental hygiene programs in the United States offer this degree. This means that our graduates can pursue dental health careers that may be closed to people with dental hygiene certificates or associate degrees.

For hygienists who choose to enter private dental practice, a bachelor's degree offers a broader educational base and a more secure foundation for everyday interaction with the public.

2011 was the Dental Hygiene Department's accreditation site visit we are pleased to say we received a score of 100 percent, for further details read the article that was posted in Eastern 24/7.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene
• Master of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene
• Expanded Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program

A baccalaureate degree in dental hygiene from Eastern Washington University can lead to research, education, sales or management. With a bachelor of science degree in dental hygiene from Eastern Washington University, you can choose from a variety of career tracks:

• Community health clinics
• Educational programs
• Public health programs
• Hospital and nursing home consulting
• Business and industry
• Dental sales
• Dental research