The average annual wage of the occupations is $89,890 and $43 per hour. 1 vocational program could be taken for the Dental Hygienists career. Based on BLS data, a total of 211,630 employees were employed in the Occupation.
The 2025 average tuition over the programs for preparing Dental Hygienists is $68,917. The average length of the programs is 93 hours and the average completion time is 19.05 months.
The following 1 vocational program is required or helpful to prepare Dental Hygienists. Total 28 schools are offering certificate programs. If you want to check schools for bachelor's or graduate degrees, check Dental Hygiene/Hygienist page.
The tuition, program length, and completion time program information is average amounts over all schools that offer each program. This information is only for vocational programs (i.e. certificate programs) and not for bachelor's or graduate degrees.
| Program Name | Number of Schools | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Lengths | Avg. Completion Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | 28 | $68,917 | $6,198 | 93 Hours | 19.05 Months |
The following 19 occupations are related to Dental Hygienists.
| Occupation | Total Employees | Annual Wages | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | |
| Dentists, General | 122K | $191,750 | $92 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons | 4,160 | $334,310 | $161 |
| Orthodontists | 6,400 | $243,620 | $117 |
| Physician Assistants | 146K | $130,490 | $63 |
| Respiratory Therapists | 130K | $80,340 | $39 |
| Registered Nurses | 3,175K | $94,480 | $45 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 47,810 | $214,200 | $103 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 280K | $128,490 | $62 |
| Anesthesiologists | 33,470 | $339,470 | $163 |
| Dermatologists | 12,040 | $342,860 | $165 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | 35,100 | $306,640 | $147 |
| Surgical Technologists | 110K | $62,250 | $30 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | 122K | $44,040 | $21 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | 73,390 | $44,290 | $21 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | 630K | $60,790 | $29 |
| Surgical Assistants | 18,780 | $65,190 | $31 |
| Dental Assistants | 371K | $47,350 | $23 |
| Medical Assistants | 763K | $43,350 | $21 |
The following 27 schools offer the vocational programs and certificate courses for preparing Dental Hygienists. The list includes some 4-year colleges that have certificate or associate programs for the career.