Dental Hygiene

Academic Requirements

All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.

College Eligibility:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent; OR
• Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing, for which a fee will be charged.

Program Eligibility:

• English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Mathematics, Grade 11 or 12 (MBF3C or MAP4C equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Biology, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Chemistry, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
• All applicants must complete an assessment of their knowledge and skills through the Test Centre, and pay an exam fee. Results from the Algonquin College Health Program Admissions Test (AC-HPAT) will be utilized to establish minimum eligibility and applicant ranking. The AC-HPAT can only be written once per academic cycle. For further information on the HPAT and how to book your assessment, please visit Algonquin's Test Centre.
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

International Applicants:

International applicants who meet the program eligibility requirements are required to complete preparatory courses (4-months in duration):

• Introduction to Canadian Health Studies (ICHS)
• Students who successfully complete the introduction will then proceed to their original health program of choice.
• The ICHS requires applicants to submit an academic IELTS score.

Accepted applicants must complete ParaMed Requirements:

• Vulnerable Sector Police Check (annual)
• Clinical/Field Pre-Placement Health Form by week 8 of Program Start Date
• Immunization for Hepatitis B is required
• An immunization form for returning students must be submitted prior to the start of Level 04.
• Provide evidence of a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate at the Basic Life Support (BLS). All CPR certification or recertification courses must include a hands-on component. Online CPR courses are not acceptable. This requirement must remain current until all program requirements are met.
• N95 mask fit testing.
• Provide evidence of a current Standard First Aid (13-hour course) certification. This requirement must remain current until graduation from the program.
• Provide evidence of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and Ontario Health and Safety Awareness (OHSA) Training certification.

For any clarification and support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

For the Dental Hygiene - Advanced Diploma program, the following language proficiency tests are accepted:

• IELTS - International English Language Testing Service (Academic) with an overall band of 6.5 and a minimum of 6.0 in each band.
• TOEFL - Internet-based (iBT) with an overall score of 88, with a minimum of 22 in each component:
  • Reading: 22
  • Listening: 22
  • Speaking: 22
  • Writing: 22
• Duolingo English Test (DET) with an overall score of 120, with a minimum of 120 in Literacy and no score below 105.

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.