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Education Track
The dental hygiene education track focuses on educational theory and practice in a college environment. Students have the opportunity to student teach in the classroom and clinic. This course of study prepares graduates for employment in a dental hygiene educational setting with the background to contribute to an institution's teaching, research and service mission.
A thesis is required of the education track graduate student. The thesis should deal with a topic related to the major field of study, embody the results of original individual research, demonstrate an understanding of the literature on the subject and constitute a contribution to the profession’s knowledge base. The thesis will be formally presented to the faculty.
Administrative Track
Students enrolled in the administrative/managerial track take courses that expand on the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation skills obtained during their undergraduate experience and apply them in institutional settings such as hospitals and nursing homes. This course of study prepares graduates for employment in administrative positions while advancing their clinical and research skills.
A thesis/non-thesis option is available to the administrative track graduate student. The non-thesis option will constitute a major project in an area of interest. The student will assess the need for, plan, implement and evaluate a major project pertinent to the area of health care administration, such as management of institutions, finances, human resources, etc. A proposal will be developed in consultation with the student's mentor and committee who must approve the project. The completed project will be formally presented in written and oral form to the faculty.
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