Goals of the School of Dental Hygiene

The goals of the Rio Salado College School of Dental Hygiene are to:

1. Prepare graduates who possess the skills and knowledge to competently, legally, and ethically assess, plan, implement, and evaluate dental hygiene services for diverse populations.



2. Provide a curriculum that facilitates instructional strategies that enhance student learning.



3. Provide graduates a learning environment that fosters a commitment to scientific inquiry, life-long learning, community service, and professional development.

According to the 2008-2009 edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook, dental hygiene is expected to grow much faster than average for all occupations through 2016, ranking among the fastest growing occupations.