I want to become a dental hygienist, is the program hard?

I hard the dental hygienist program was very hard to get into and that the program itself is very hard is that true.

I want to become a dental hygienist, is the program hard?
Hey there...


I am a dental hygienist, and I recently graduated from hygiene school.


It is very hard. You have a lot that is expected of you... but, if you want to do it and it is worth it to you, it seems to fly by.


Boards stink, though. That's the most stressful part, I think. But, whether you get a 2 year degree or a 4 year degree, be prepared for at least 2 years of rigorous hygiene education. You're going to have a lot to learn! And it is stressful... wait till you give your first injection. YIKES. I don't think I've ever been so terrified in all my life!


Good luck. It's totally worth it, and now that I look back on it, it wasn't that bad! :)
Reply:my cousin just graduated that. yes its hard, very technical, but you can do anything u put your mind to!
Reply:Go for it! You can do it..........
Reply:Dont ever ask other ppl who ARENT in that profession if it is hard or not! I learned the hard way, ppl will try to discourage you to go and do what you "CAN" do because they "CANT" do it. Thats why you should GO for it. B/c if you live relying on what others will say, you will get nothing done. Im sure someone will say that becoming a chef, singer, producer, actor, doctor, etc is HARD but dont knock it until you have tried your best. When your best fails then its not the thing for you.--


peace*
Reply:What State you live in would determine that...in many states you can take a 2 or 4 year program...they are basically the same...and the reward at the end is great...in our area...hyg. make about 40.00 an hour straight out of school..yes the program is difficult...and many people do not make it...but it is a lifetime of financial reward....
Reply:I have the same dilemma. However, even though I'm afraid that I might not get in, I'm going to try anyways. OnceI get in, I'm going to bust my *** just to graduate. Good luck (for both of us) :-)