The following is an outline of the typical coursework for the Pacific University bachelor of science in dental hygiene studies. Full degree requirement and course information is available in the academic catalog.
Junior Year (1st Year)
| Fall (15 weeks) | Lecture, Lab/Clinic Hours | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DHS 311 Fundamentals of Allied Dental Care | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 315 Fundamentals of Electronic Health Records | 1, 0 | 1 |
| DHS 321 Allied Dental Clinic I | 0, 9 | 3 |
| DHS 330 Dental Science | 4, 0 | 4 |
| DHS 335 Dental Radiology | 2, 2 | 3 |
| DHS 355 Spanish for Dental Professions I | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 370 Dental Communication | 2, 0 | 2 |
| Total 13, 11 | Total 17 |
| Spring (15 weeks) | Lecture, Lab/Clinic Hours | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DHS 312 Medical & Dental Emergencies | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 322 Allied Dental Clinic II | 0, 9 | 3 |
| DHS 340 Periodontics | 3, 0 | 3 |
| DHS 342 Cariology | 2, 2 | 3 |
| DHS 345 Pharmacology | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 356 Spanish for Dental Professions II | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 375 Dental Health Education | 2, 0 | 2 |
| CHP 450 Foundations for Interprofessional Practice, Equity, and Inclusion | 1, 0 | 1 |
| Total 13, 11 | Total 18 |
| Summer (8 weeks) | Lecture, Lab/Clinic Hours | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DHS 313 Advanced Dental Procedures | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 323 Dental Hygiene Clinic III | 0, 4 | 1 |
| DHS 325 Pain Management | 1, 3 | 2 |
| DHS 333 Introduction to Fieldwork | 1, 0 | 1 |
| DHS 360 Oral Pathology | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 380 Dental Care for Diverse Populations | 2, 0 | 2 |
| Total 8, 7 | Total 10 |
Junior Year: Total 45 Credits
Senior Year (2nd Year)
| Fall (15 weeks) | Lecture, Lab/Clinic Hours | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DHS 414 Dental Care for Patients with Special Needs | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 424 Allied Dental Clinic IV | 0, 13 | 3 |
| DHS 434 Fieldwork I | 0, 9 | 2 |
| DHS 440 Dental Public Health & Research I | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 445 Restorative Dental Procedures | 2, 4.5 | 4 |
| DHS 491 Capstone I | 1, 0 | 1 |
| Total 7, 26.5 | Total 14 |
| Spring (15 weeks) | Lecture, Lab/Clinic Hours | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DHS 415 Ethics & Jurisprudence for Dental Professionals | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 425 Allied Dental Clinic V | 0, 13 | 3 |
| DHS 435 Fieldwork II | 0, 9 | 2 |
| DHS 446 Restorative Clinic | 0, 5 | 1 |
| DHS 448 Dental Specialties | 1, 0 | 1 |
| DHS 450 Dental Public Health & Research II | 2, 0 | 2 |
| DHS 492 Capstone II | 2, 0 | 2 |
| Total 11, 27 | Total 13 |
| Summer (8 weeks) | Lecture, Lab/Clinic Hours | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DHS 416 Career Planning for Dental Professionals | 1, 0 | 1 |
| DHS 462 Teaching Strategies for Dental Professions | 3, 0 | 3 |
| DHS 470 Introduction to Independent Practice | 3, 0 | 3 |
| DHS 480 Practicum | 0, 4 | 1 |
| Total 7, 4 | Total 8 |
