Addition to the Rules of the Senate of KCTCS (10/7/05)

3.3 Dental Hygiene Program

3.3.2 College Guidelines

3.3.2.1 Lexington Community College

Enrollment in the Dental Hygiene Program may be limited due to availability of facilities, faculty, and/or resources.

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) Guidelines for Admission will be observed with the following qualifications.

Admission

In order to be considered for admission into the Dental Hygiene Program, each applicant must submit the following credentials to the Office of Admissions by the published deadline (approximately February 15) of the year in which admission is desired.

1) College Application

a. Students who are currently enrolled in classes at LCC must fill out a Letter of Intent.

b. Students who are not currently enrolled in classes at LCC must fill out an application for admission.

2) An official high school transcript or official passing GED scores. Transcripts must show a date of graduation.

3) Official scores of the American College Test (ACT) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).

4) Official transcripts of all post-secondary education attempted. Transcripts must be submitted from EACH college or university attended, including the University of Kentucky and the Kentucky Community and Technical College System, and must show all periods of enrollment.

5) Documented evidence of work and/or observation in a dental environment.

6) Attendance at one pre-admission conference is strongly encouraged.

Preference may be given to:

1) applicants who have achieved a grade point average of 3.0 or better in post-secondary education (on 12 or more college credits). Students with college credit must have at least a 2.5 grade point average to be considered for admission;

2) applicants who have completed, in the approved curriculum, anatomy, physiology and/or microbiology coursework with a grade of “B” or better;

3) candidates who have completed a bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited college or university; and

4) Certified Dental Assistants.

Rolling Admission

Individuals may be admitted to the Program prior to the application deadline if they have completed the admission process and meet the following criteria:

a. a composite score of 21 or higher on the ACT (or equivalent SAT score);

b. a cumulative college grade point average of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) on twelve or more college credit hours; and

c. a grade of B or better in one of the following courses within the approved curriculum: Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, a combined human Anatomy and Physiology course, or Microbiology.


Readmission

1) A student who withdraws from or earns a grade lower than a “C” in one of the approved science courses and/or in a dental hygiene course will not be permitted to continue in the Dental Hygiene Program. A student who does not meet the Technical Standards of the program will not be permitted to continue in the program.

2) Applicants who wish to apply for readmission should do so prior to February 15 if planning to enroll in the Summer or Fall, or October 1 if planning to enroll in the Spring semester.

3) Readmission to the Dental Hygiene Program will be dependent upon available resources.

4) In order to be considered for readmission by the Admissions Committee, the applicant must:

a) Summit a written request to the Dental Hygiene Program Coordinator presenting evidence to justify readmission. This may include letters of recommendation from a previous faculty member or coordinator, additional course work, work experience, etc.

b) Meet current guidelines for admission to the College and the Dental Hygiene Program.

5) Readmission may be contingent upon the candidate's agreeing to audit previously completed course work.

6) A student who applies for readmission to the Dental Hygiene Program must provide significant evidence which

suggests the potential for future success in the program. This evidence may address such things as unusual

circumstances, remedial study and/or additional preparation.

Transfer

Applicants who wish to transfer from another Dental Hygiene Program to the Lexington Community College Program must:

1) meet all admission requirements;

2) apply at least two months prior to the expected date of enrollment; and

3) notify the Coordinator in writing, stating anticipated entry date and reason for transfer.

Acceptance of any transfer student will be dependent upon available resources.

Pre-Admission Conferences

The program offers pre-admission conferences during the year. Candidate questions are addressed during these sessions. Therefore, while not mandatory, each candidate should attend one pre-admission conference. Contact the college or its website for dates and times.