Prepare for admission to Dental Hygiene programs with tutoring in Biology, Chemistry, and Math. Build the confidence to succeed as a mature student in Canada’s top colleges and universities.
Dental Hygienists are essential members of Canada’s health care system. Programs are competitive, requiring strong academic preparation in sciences and excellent communication skills. Tutoring provides the bridge for mature students returning to study after years away.
Colleges typically require the following:
Colleges may require an Admissions Assessment for mature applicants, covering:
Dental Hygiene programs are open to both recent graduates and mature students. This pathway is ideal for:
Dental Hygiene programs are competitive, often receiving many more applicants than available seats. Pre-Health Science can help by:
Direct entry into Dental Hygiene requires:
If you don’t have these courses, your marks are too low, or your transcript is outdated/international, you may not qualify. Pre-Health Science acts as a bridging program, ensuring you meet the requirements and build confidence before applying to Dental Hygiene.
Check the admission requirements on the Dental Hygiene program page for your chosen college. If you’re missing Biology, Chemistry, or Math, or if your marks are below 65–70%, you are considered missing requirements. Guidance counsellors or college admissions staff can also confirm this for you.
Students can apply during Grade 12 if unsure about their science marks, or after high school if they didn’t meet the cut-off. Mature students can apply anytime, often completing an admissions assessment instead of relying on old transcripts.
Most Dental Hygiene programs look for strong Pre-Health averages:
Remember: the better you do in Pre-Health, the better your chances of securing a seat in a Dental Hygiene program.
| Institution | Program | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| George Brown College | Dental Hygiene Advanced Diploma | Hands-on training in downtown Toronto clinics |
| Humber College | Dental Hygiene Advanced Diploma | Strong clinical placement and modern labs |
| Mohawk College | Dental Hygiene Advanced Diploma | State-of-the-art simulation and practice facilities |
| Fanshawe College | Dental Hygiene Advanced Diploma | Strong job placement rates in Ontario |
| University of Alberta | Bachelor of Science (Dental Hygiene) | One of Canada’s top university-level DH programs |
Many mature students start Dental Hygiene pathways through Pre-Health Science or upgrading courses. With structured tutoring, they’ve gained the confidence to succeed in biology, chemistry, and admission tests — and gone on to thrive in competitive programs across Ontario and Canada.
Your success story could be next — future student testimonials will be added here to inspire and guide others.
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Advanced Diploma / BSc DH
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