HND IN Dental Hygiene

Prevent. Educate. Care.

Promote oral health through preventive care, education and clinical dental hygiene practice.

Admission Requirements

Program Type

HND (Higher National Diploma)

Location

On-Campus Buea, Cameroon

Duration

2 Years (Full-time)

School

Allied Health Sciences

Learning Mode

On-Campus

Internship

Industry placement required

Program Overview

The HND in Dental Hygiene prepares you to support oral health in clinics and communities. You'll learn dental anatomy, preventive cleaning, patient education and clinical support, helping people maintain healthy smiles and prevent disease.

Why Choose Dental Hygiene?

Promote oral health

Prevent dental disease

Educate communities

Support clinical care

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What You'll Learn

A balanced curriculum combining theory, hands-on training and real-world application.

Dental Foundations

•Anatomy
•Oral biology
•Pathology

Preventive Care

•Cleaning
•Scaling
•Polishing

Patient Education

•Hygiene
•Nutrition
•Habits

Clinical Support

•Chairside
•Imaging
•Instruments

Community Oral Health

•Outreach
•Screening
•Promotion

Professional Practice

•Ethics
•Safety
•Records

Hands-On Learning for Real-World Impact

Gain practical experience through fieldwork, lab training and industry placements.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue diverse and rewarding careers in both the public and private sectors, locally and internationally.

Dental Hygienist

Oral Health Educator

Clinical Dental Assistant

Community Health Officer

Preventive Care Specialist

Further Studies

ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP

The Allied Health Team

The School of Allied Health Sciences prepares compassionate, skilled professionals for careers that support and improve healthcare delivery. By integrating academic knowledge with practical training, the school equips students to contribute effectively to the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

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