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Diploma in Dental Hygiene 

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Diploma in Dental Hygiene
 at 
Vancouver Island University 
Overview

Duration

2 years

Course Level

UG Diploma

Mode of Course

Full Time

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Tuition & Fees

24.56 Lakh
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Public

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Diploma in Dental Hygiene
 at 
Vancouver Island University 
Highlights

  • VIU’s two-year, full-time diploma program includes both academic study and clinical practice, and prepares students to work in dental clinics
  • The program provides education in the application of preventative and therapeutic methods of oral disease control and oral health promotion
  • The concepts of health education, professionalism, critical thinking, life-long learning, and community service are strongly encouraged in the program curriculum
  • Students have the opportunity to apply knowledge and gain practical experience in public dental clinics and dental health activities in the community
  • Upon successful completion of the program, students will be granted a diploma which makes them eligible to apply for registration and licensure with the College of Dental Hygienists of BC (as per their criteria) as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
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Diploma in Dental Hygiene
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Vancouver Island University 
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Diploma in Dental Hygiene
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Entry Requirements

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Diploma in Dental Hygiene
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Vancouver Island University 
Application Process

Step one
Additional documents required
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  • Academic transcripts
  • English Language proficiency scores
  • Certified English translation of any documents issued in a language other than English
  • A copy of applicant's passport (photo page)
  • Submission of a Personal Profile
  • Once accepted into the program, students will be required to submit the following information by early August:

    • A completed Immunization Requirements Form is required. The Health Immunization form must be signed by the public health nurse.
    • Evidence of successfully completing a nationally recognized WHMIS course.
    • Evidence of current CPR-Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
    • Criminal Record Check. Fieldwork, practicums, or clinical practice will require a satisfactory criminal record check prior to placement. Criminal Record Checks are requested through VIU. The Registration Centre at VIU will contact prospective students by mail regarding the requirements for a Criminal Record Check. Criminal Record Checks are processed through the Ministry according to the Criminal Records Review Act. A check completed through the RCMP is not sufficient to meet the requirements of the Act.

Diploma in Dental Hygiene
 at 
Vancouver Island University 
Fees

icon1st year tuition fees
Fees componentsAmount (for 1 year)
Tuition & feesINR 24,56,282
iconOther expenses in 1st Year
Fees componentsAmount (for 1 year)
Hostel & MealsINR 6,46,708
InsuranceINR 29,736
TransportationINR 21,275
Application FeeINR 9,066
Housing ApplicationINR 3,022
Total approximate feesINR 7,09,807
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Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 CAD = INR 60.44 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 17ᵗʰ December 2024

Diploma in Dental Hygiene
 at 
Vancouver Island University 
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Diploma in Dental Hygiene
 at 
Vancouver Island University 
Contact Information

Address

900 Fifth St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5, Canada

Nanaimo ( British Columbia)

Email
WorldVIU@viu.ca

(For general query)

Masters@viu.ca

(For admission query)

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