Dental Hygiene
Develop professional expertise in Dental Hygiene with our state-of-the-art curriculum, industry-led instruction, and hands-on training.
Credential
DIPLOMA
Duration
2 Years
Credits
60 Canadian CR
Campus Location
Ottawa, ON (Main)
Study Format
Full-Time & Co-op
Program Overview & Objectives
Develop professional expertise in Dental Hygiene with our state-of-the-art curriculum, industry-led instruction, and hands-on training.
Offered through the Department of Health and Community Services within the School of Health and Community Services, this program provides students with direct access to Cannoga’s state-of-the-art academic resources, experiential learning laboratories, and comprehensive Admissions Services.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Designed in collaboration with Canadian industry partners. View all Degree Programmes.
Hands-On Practicum & Co-op
Embedded terms providing direct workplace experience in Ottawa. See International Student Support.
Curriculum & Course Structure
Required core subjects, specialized courses, and capstone modules:
| Code | Area | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisite / Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HLTH 1001 | Core | Oral Anatomy and Histology Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 1002 | Core | Dental Hygiene Theory I Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 1003 | Core | Dental Radiography Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 1004 | Core | Infection Prevention and Control Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 1005 | Core | Preventive Dentistry Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 1006 | Core | Clinical Dental Hygiene I Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 1007 | Core | Periodontology I Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 1008 | Core | Dental Materials Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 1009 | Core | Pharmacology for Dental Hygiene Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 1010 | Core | Clinical Dental Hygiene II Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2011 | Core | Periodontology II Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2012 | Core | Community Oral Health Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2013 | Core | Pain Management Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2014 | Core | Research Methods in Dental Hygiene Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2015 | Core | Clinical Dental Hygiene III Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2016 | Core | Oral Pathology Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2017 | Core | Professional Practice Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2018 | Core | Special Care Dentistry Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2019 | Core | Dental Hygiene Leadership Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| HLTH 2020 | Core | Clinical Consolidation Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
Career Prospects & Industry Pathways
Graduates of the Dental Hygiene are equipped for high-demand roles across public and private sector organizations in Ontario and Canada. Learn more about Tuition & Financial Aid Options or connect with our Career Advisory Team.
Target Roles & Career Positions
Dental Hygiene Practitioner, Industry Specialist, Professional Assistant.
Average Starting Salary
$58,000 – $74,000 CAD
Graduate Employment Rate
94.2% within 6 Months
Work Permit Eligibility
Eligible (PGWP Pathway)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirement:
Secondary school diploma or equivalent. English proficiency test results (IELTS 6.0+ or equivalent). Minimum average of 65% in required courses required.
Minimum Admission Grade:
65%
Language Proficiency:
IELTS 6.0 overall (no band under 5.5) or TOEFL iBT 80. See International Requirements.
Estimated Tuition (2026–2027)
Department Faculty
Minnie Jones
Assistant Professor