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Online Doctoral Degree Programs in Medical & Dental Assistant


Dental hygienists provide care for dental patients and assist dentists with dental procedures. To become a dental hygienist, you must complete a dental hygienist program at an accredited dental hygiene college, and obtain a license by passing both a written and clinical state exam.


According to the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment of dental hygienists is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through 2012, in response to increasing demand for dental care.

Dental hygienist programs at accredited dental hygiene colleges generally lead to an associate degree. Dental hygienist programs include courses in anatomy, chemistry, microbiology, pharmacology, nutrition, dental materials and dental care.

Dental hygienist programs also include supervised clinical practice. Dental hygienists must work well with others and have good motor dexterity. Dental hygienists generally work the same hours as dentists.


Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University Don't Miss a Day of Your Future! Grand Canyon University is offering Bachelor and Master degrees through our College of Education, Ken Blanchard College of Business, College of Nursing & Health Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, and College of Entrepreneurship. Classes start soon!

  • M.S. in Health Care Administration
University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix As the largest private university in North America, University of Phoenix has more than 200 locations, and is available online in most countries around the world. Whether you're seeking a college degree at an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level, we can help you reach your academic goal—and sooner than you might think.

  • Doctor of Health Administration
  • Master of Health in Administration/Health Care Education
  • Master of Health Admin
  • M.S. in Nursing/MBA/Health Care Management
Capella University
Capella University

Capella is an accredited, online university where you'll experience unparalleled support, join a community of accomplished professionals, and be challenged with rigorous academics. Learn more about our online doctoral, master’s, MBA, undergraduate, and certificate programs by answer a short form.



  • PhD - Health Care Administration
  • DHA - General Health Administration
  • DrPH - Health Advocacy and Leadership
  • DHA - Health Care Leadership
  • MHA - General Health Administration
Northcentral University
Northcentral University At Northcentral University, we teach individuals, not just classes. Our unique, proven online educational experience is designed to help you achieve your goals using your own style of learning.

  • Health Care Administration - PhD in Bus. Admin.
  • Health Care Administration - D.B.A.
Walden University
Walden University Balance your personal and professional commitments while earning a respected Ph.D., master's degree, or bachelor's degree online at Walden University. Programs offered in management, education, psychology and health and human services.

  • Ph.D. in Health Services - Self-Directed - Health Mgmt & Policy
  • D.B.A. - Healthcare Management
  • Ph.D. in Health Services - Self-Directed - Health Care Admin
  • Ph.D. in Health Services - Course-based - Health Care Admin
  • Ph.D. in Health Services - Self-Directed - Leadership
Strayer University
Strayer University Get the right foundation for your future with a degree from Strayer University. Evening, weekend and online classes are all available to meet the needs of busy adults.

  • Masters: Health Services Administration
The University of Liverpool
The University of Liverpool Advance your career and increase your earning potential with a masters or a doctoral degree from the University of Liverpool. Study online in small groups of business professionals.

  • MSc in International Management (Management of Health Systems)
DeVry University
DeVry University A graduate degree really can make a difference, especially when it's from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management. Online, evening and weekend classes are available.

  • Graduate Certificate-Health Services Management