3030 East Broadway, Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 1Z4 www.vancouver-college-dental.org
Dear Applicant,
Thank you for your interest in the Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc.
The information regarding our successful Dental Hygiene Program that you have requested is attached. Please complete the application form in full, and mail it or e-mail it to Currently, there is a promotion going on that the Entrance Exam and Admission Process is FREE. A Savings of $150.00!
At the Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc. our goal is to put your needs and your career success first. Once you have enrolled, our friendly staff team is available to offer career training tips, guidance, and support.
We look forward to speaking with you in the near future about the rewards and benefits of attending the Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc.
If you require further information or assistance please visit our webpage at www.vancouver-college-dental.org or contact us directly at (604) 215-7611 or Toll Free at 1-800-457-3189.
Sincerely,
The Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc.
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APPLICATION FOR ADMISSIONS
Please print clearly and complete this form in full.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: First ______Last ______Middle ______
Birth date: ______Sex: Male ÿ Female ÿ D/M/Y
Street Name______
City: ______Province: ______Postal Code: ______
Telephone (Home) ______(Work) ______(Cell) ______
E-mail: ______
Are you a Canadian citizen? / YES ÿ / NO ÿIf NO, do you have one of the following:
Landed Immigrant ÿ / Permanent Resident ÿ / Refugee Status ÿ
Student Visa ÿ / Visitor Visa ÿ / Country of origin:______
Supporting Documentation attached: YES ÿ / NO ÿ
Contact person in case of emergency
Name: ______Relationship: ______Tel:______
WHICH PROGRAM ARE YOU APPLYING FOR: Dental Hygiene
WHICH START DATE ARE YOU APPLYING FOR: ______?
Month & Year
EDUCATION:
Highest level completed:
High School Diploma ÿ College Diploma ÿ University Degree ÿ
Name of School: ______Location of School: ______
POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION
Please list all academic Institutions that you have attended since leaving Elementary/High School: Attach an additional sheet if necessary.
Academic / Location / Program / Certification: / Year / Expected / Year / YearInstitutions / Record of / Left
Attended / achievement, / Completed / Date to be / Entered
Diploma, Degree
(List most / Etc. / Completed
recently
Attended first)
SIGNATURE
I certify that all of the above information is correct and complete.
ÿ I will provide official transcripts to the admissions office.
ÿ I have read over the entrance requirements and qualify to write the entrance examination.
Print Name: ______Signature: ______
Date: ______
Scan the application to:
Fax application to: 604-215-7660
Mail application to: VCDH, 3030 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1Z4 Attention: Admissions Department
VCDH Entrance Requirements
Applicants Educated in Canada
Applicants must have completed 10 First Year University Transfer courses or equivalent totaling 30 credits to meet the following mandatory admission requirements.
· English (6 credits)
· Anatomy and Physiology (6 credits with Lab components)
· Chemistry (6 credits with Lab components)
· Psychology (6 credits)
· Statistics (3 credits, or 3 equivalent Math credits)
· One Elective (3 credits)
Applicants Educated Outside of Canada
Applicants who have graduated from high school and/or a post-secondary institution in a foreign country are required to have their diplomas evaluated on a course-by-course basis by the International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES). This is to determine if their foreign education is equivalent to the First Year University transfer courses listed above, which are required for admissions into the Dental Hygiene Program.
All applicable fees associated with ICES are the responsibility of the applicant. Both Comprehensive and Supplemental Evaluations are required. Applicants must arrange to have copies of the evaluation forwarded to Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc. directly from ICES by the required deadlines.
English Proficiency - English is the language in which the dental hygiene program will be taught. It is imperative that the student has a strong grasp of the English language, both verbal and written in order to complete the dental hygiene program.
The Mandatory pre-admission test applies to all applicants.
The Mandatory Pre-Admission Exam
The preadmission test consists of 88 multiple choice questions and covers grade 11 and 12 Biology, English comprehension, and vocabulary. There is also a section on Spatial Relations (the study of 3-D objects). The breakdown is as follows:
· 53 Marks - English Questions (Including Vocabulary, Grammar & Reading Comprehension)
· 12 Marks - Written Component
· 10 Marks - Spatial Relations Questions
· 25 Marks - Biology Questions
Admission is granted on a first come first serve basis and is based on the following:
1. Academic performance in University
2. Mandatory pre-admission test results
3. Mandatory pre-screening results
4. Other factors deemed relevant by the Dean and Admissions Committee
**The selection process and tests are subject to change without prior notice.
Successful applicants, those who score 70% or higher on the exam, will be granted an interview. If the applicant is successful throughout the interview process, they will be granted Conditional Acceptance and will be notified by e-mail containing the Conditional Acceptance Package or they will be assigned a place on the waiting list. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified by e-mail.
Conditional Acceptance
Receiving Conditional Acceptance means that the applicant will be guaranteed a seat in that intake based on the condition that they will provide documentation showing that they have met all of the necessary pre-requisite and other requirements outlined in the Conditional Acceptance Package before classes begin. This documentation includes:
1) Completion of a Medical Report before orientation day which includes:
· A completed medical form - signed by a physician.
· Proof of immunization status for Hepatitis B and physician’s interpretation of the results.
· Results of mandatory TB testing and physicians interpretation of results - a chest x-ray may be required if the TB test is positive.
2) Proof of basic rescuer in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR-C) Certificate. (Once in the program, re-certification needs to be completed annually).
3) A current Criminal Records Check - CPIC.
4) A Vulnerable Sector Screening - VSS.*
5) Evidence of Status in Canada - Canadian Passport, Permanent Residence Card, Documentation of Study Visa, Canadian Citizenship Card or Documents of Landed Immigration
**If any applicant fails to meet the minimum admission requirements, they cannot be waived by either the Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc. or the applicant.
Dear Applicant,
This is an important notice to incoming students regarding parking. The Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc. has limited parking space, and as a result we provide parking spaces on a first-come, first-serve basis. The fee for parking is $180.00 (GST included) per semester. If you require a parking spot, please see the front desk staff and they will reserve a spot for you, if there is a spot remaining. If there is not, your name will go on a waiting list until a spot becomes available.
Thank you.
The Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc.
Program Fee Form
The Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc anticipated fees for the Dental Hygiene Program are as follows:
First Year (2 Semesters)
Tuition: $15,550.00
Additional Fees:
Textbooks: $ 2,450.00
Instruments: $ 1,400.00
Uniforms $ 250.00
Insurance: $ 125.00
Materials Fee: $ 300.00
Equipment Rental $ 350.00
Total: $20,425.00
Second Year (2 Semesters)
Tuition: $15,550.00
Additional Fees:
Textbooks $ 400.00
Insurance: $125.00
Materials Fee: $ 300.00
Equipment Rental $ 400.00
Total: $16,775.00
$37,200.00
NOTE: We are now accepting Monthly Payments for tuition!
Please call to enquire at 604-215-7611 or toll free at 1-800-457-3189.
Tuition Fees are now monthly payments that are made by post-dated, personal cheques (all deposits are either Certified Cheques and/or Money Orders).
Transportation Fees are the responsibility of the student.
Uniform Fees are included in the tuition. (This includes: golf shirts, scrubs, and lab coats. Black dress pants, black shoes and white running shoes are the responsibility of the student)
National Dental Hygiene Certification Board Fees and the College of Dental Hygienists of British Columbia Fees are the responsibility of the student.
Insurance Fee is paid to the insurance provider in advance as per their policy and is non-refundable.
Graduation Photos and Gowns are optional to the student if they choose to attend the ceremony and have their pictures taken.
INTRODUCTION
The Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc. (VCDH) has been in operation since December 2005. It was founded by Dr. Boris Pulec, a licensed Dentist and Ms. Lidia Di Nicolo, a Registered Dental Hygienist who both work and live in Ontario.
The VCDH is registered with the Private Career Training Institution Agency as a Private Career College in British Columbia.
The VCDH Dental Hygiene program has received Accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada.
The VCDH curriculum has met the approval of the College of Dental Hygienist’s of British Columbia and the College of Dental Surgeon’s of British Columbia.
VCDH graduates have typically succeeded on the National Board Exam each and every time.
COMMON QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Is the dental hygiene program offered at the VCDH accredited?
Yes, the dental hygiene program offered at the VCDH has been granted Accreditation by the Commission of Dental Accreditation of Canada.
What is the difference between an Accredited vs. Non Accredited Dental Hygiene Program in Canada?
Students that graduate from an Accredited Dental Hygiene Program in Canada automatically will be granted permission to write the National Dental Hygiene Certification Board Exam with the NDHCB. Since VCDH is an accredited institution with the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada, this allows students to write their board exam up to four months prior to the completion of the program.
Once the student successfully passes the National Examination, they can apply for their license with the College of Dental Hygienist’s of British Columbia or the province of their choice.
In addition, because VCDH is an accredited institution it allows the students to also write the National Board examination in the USA.
A Non Accredited Institution graduate must successfully pass the National Board exam (written) and also complete a practical examination held by the College of Dental Hygienists of British Columbia. There are additional fees associated with completing the practical exam.
Are there fees associated with writing the NDHCB exam?
Yes, there is a fee associated with writing the NDHCB exam, and it is the full responsibility of the student separate of the fees payable to the VCDH for the dental hygiene program.
How long is the dental hygiene program offered at the VCDH?
The dental hygiene program offered at the VCDH is only 18.5 months (76 weeks) in duration.
Why is the Dental Hygiene Program only 18.5 months at VCDH?
VCDH does not take summer vacations off. The Dental Hygiene program consists of four semesters with only one week off in between. Students find this system to work best for their needs. The advantages to this are that students can complete their program up to 6 months earlier than other programs, students do not forget how to study in between time off, and the graduate can commence their career sooner.
Do we receive a certificate or a diploma once we complete the program at VCDH?
Upon successful completion of the program offered at VCDH, the graduate will receive an Official Diploma from the dental hygiene program.
Does the program offer any scheduled breaks and or holidays?
The dental hygiene program runs continuous for the 18.5 months. There are one week breaks given in between the 4 semesters to the students, therefore 3 weeks in total. If the program runs during the Christmas holidays, then the students will be given the time off during and around Christmas and New Year’s.
Students prefer this continuous program because they believe that if they have committed themselves to studying, then they would rather go straight through the program and finish so that they can commence their career as a dental hygienist sooner.
What method of payment is accepted for the tuition fees?
The VCDH only accepts certified cheques and/or money orders for tuition payments.
Are there any hidden fees that we should be aware of at the VCDH?
There are no hidden fees at the VCDH. We believe that the student should know what their financial situation is well in advance so that they can prepare themselves for the financial commitment of the dental hygiene program.
What is the admission process?
The applicant must fill out an application form and must successfully achieve a 70% or higher on the entrance exam in order to be granted an interview. During the interview, the student will be asked a series of questions to determine if the student can communicate, comprehend the English language, determine the applicant’s knowledge about the profession, determine the applicant’s attitude as well as to determine if the individual will be most likely to succeed in this program.
Is there a fee associated with the admission process?
No, the $150.00 CDN fee associated with the application process and the entrance examination has been waived as a special promotion for applicants. This is the best time to write the entrance exam as there is no charge to you. This is a savings of $150.00!
The Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc. will accept debit, credit card, certified cheque and/or Money Order for the admission process.
All cheques must be payable to the Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc. There are no Cash payments accepted at VCDH.
What should I expect on the Entrance Examination?
The entrance examination is a multiple choice examination. It includes Basic English questions, reading comprehension, basic biology, spatial relations questions and a general aptitude section.
Spatial relation type questions can be found in the DAT books that Dentists may study from prior to getting accepted into the dentistry program. The section on basic biology is equivalent to Grade 12 science which is offered in most high schools.
How many students are accepted into the dental hygiene program?
There are 52 students that are accepted into the dental hygiene program offered at the VCDH.