Diploma in Dental Hygiene

Diploma in Dental Hygiene is a 3 years Bachelor program taught at University of Manitoba, . The program is offered in campus-based modes with full Time options. To successfully obtain Diploma in Dental Hygiene from University of Manitoba you are required to complete credit hours. After completion of Diploma in Dental Hygiene you will be able to further continue for advance studies or start career as Dental hygienist, Dentist.

The minimum requirements for admission in Diploma in Dental Hygiene at University of Manitoba for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by University of Manitoba.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Manitoba as pre-requiste for admission in Diploma in Dental Hygiene.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

The following are minimum requirements for entry into the Diploma in Dental Hygiene program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

Direct Entry applicants are those who have not attended a post-secondary institution or have completed fewer than 24 credit hours at a recognized university or college. Direct entry applicants require the following:

• Manitoba high school graduation including 5 full credits at the Grade 12 level in courses designated S,G or U
• A minimum 85% average over the following, with no less than 60% in each course:
  • English 40S
  • Applied Mathematics 40S or Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S
  • One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Computer Science 40S

• Direct entry admission requirements (PDF)
• Direct entry admission requirement update Fall 2022 (PDF)

Advanced entry is for applicants who have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours of university-level study, including several required and recommended courses at the University of Manitoba or another recognized post-secondary institution.

We encourage you to review the Dental Hygiene advanced entry admission requirements, which provides details on:

• Required courses for admission
• Adjusted Grade Point Average (AGPA) calculation and requirements
• English language proficiency Requirements
• Transfer credit
• Applying as a student from another institution

You need to complete credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://umanitoba.ca/explore/programs-of-study/diploma-dental-hygiene

The Diploma in Dental Hygiene program prepares students to work as dental hygienists who serve the public in oral disease prevention and oral health promotion through a uniquely holistic approach.

You can join one of the following careers:

• Dental hygienist
• Dentist