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Excellent Employment Opportunities
 work primarily in dental offices; also work in:
 hospitals
 clinics
 public health facilities

The Duties of the Hygienist May Include
 dental health education
 oral x-rays
 oral preventive therapies
 fluoride treatments
 treatment of gum disease
 preliminary exams

A Successful Hygienist Must Have These Qualities
 good student in math and science
 good manual dexterity
 good written/verbal communication skills
 Have caring and compassionate nature

A Hygienist Must Also Be
 a critical thinker and problem solver
 flexible and able to work as part of a team
 someone who enjoys working with people

Employment Opportunities
 many jobs available in Northern Virginia
 salaries vary with position and locality
 good part time positions

On-Campus Clinical Training
 work with real patients, providing dental care, in the Dental Hygiene Clinic on campus

Physical/Behavioral Essentials are Required
 the student will be required to pass a physical exam prior to entrance into clinical courses
 the program requires that the student meet essential physical and behavioral standards to ensure safe and effective  performance in the clinical environment