Pitt Dental Medicine is actively addressing the shortage of dental care providers in Pennsylvania by building educational and patient care programs that bring highly-qualified dental providers into those communities.
The Pitt Dental Medicine Regional Training Center Hybrid Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Degree Track and Dental Assistant Training Program comprise hybrid didactic and clinical education, offering those in the region an opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene or certificate of completion in Dental Assisting.
Our first Regional Training Centers are in Titusville and Bradford, Pa., and a third will soon begin in Johnstown, Pa.
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The Hybrid Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Degree Track leverages the strengths of the existing residential Dental Hygiene Program with the flexibility of a hybrid education model—meaning you can earn your degree without having to relocate to Pittsburgh.
The Hybrid Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Degree Track follows the same mission of graduating highly-skilled practitioners who provide the highest-quality, evidence‐based patient treatment; provide preventive dental health education; are active in community service; and are committed to lifelong learning and the promotion of dental research to advance the profession.
Learn more about the Hybrid Dental Hygiene Bachelor’s Degree Program in each location below.
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Educational components involve hybrid classes complemented by in-person clinical experiences at one of our regional training centers with guidance and evaluation from dental school faculty.
Didactic coursework will be delivered asynchronously, with content mimicking what is offered in an in-class lecture, but students will engage using interactive, state-of-the-art, online educational activities leveraged to promote knowledge acquisition. This knowledge will be reinforced with scheduled, synchronous, instructor-led, online activities to facilitate application and synthesis of the knowledge acquired through the asynchronous online activities.
Clinical education will start with in-person simulation laboratory experiences to build foundational skills and demonstrate appropriate progression in the acquisition of clinical skills to assess, diagnose, develop appropriate treatment plans, deliver the technical components of care included in the delivery of dental hygiene services, and assess outcomes in a safe and ethical manner. The second semester of the program will introduce students to the clinical care of patients at a local dental center.
By combining asynchronous, synchronous, and hands-on activities, students will prove acquisition of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for dental hygiene clinical practice.
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Application Process
Applications for the Pitt Dental Medicine Titusville Regional Training Center Hybrid Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Degree Track are accepted beginning on October 23, 2025, for the Fall 2026 Term that begins in August, 2026. Apply now through our centralized application service ADEA DHCAS. The deadline to apply to the program is June 1, 2026.
Applicants should consider the following key dates before making their application.
May 2026
Enroll in prerequisite courses that begin fall term
August 2026
Begin fall term prerequisite courses
October 2026
Apply to Hybrid Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Degree Track through ADEA/DHCAS
November 2026
Enroll for spring term prerequisite courses
January 2027
Begin spring term prerequisite courses
February 2027
Potential interview with admissions committee for Hybrid Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Degree Track
April 2027
Hybrid Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Degree Track offers of admission
May 2027
Submit deposit to confirm place in Fall 2027 cohort
August 2027
Begin Hybrid Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Degree Track
Required Prerequisites
Applicants must successfully complete the following courses before entry to the program. A total of 31 credits are required. Students must achieve a final grade of C or better in general education courses: English Composition, Psychology, Sociology, and Communication Speech. Students must achieve a final grade of B or better in science courses. It is preferred that science courses be taken within 3 years of application. An overall college-level GPA of 3.0 or higher is required for program admission.
- Foundations of Biology 1: 3 credits
- General Chemistry 1 with Lab: 4 credits
- Anatomy and Physiology 1: 4 credits
- Anatomy and Physiology 2: 4 credits
- Microbiology with Lab: 4 credits
- English Composition: 3 credits
- Psychology: 3 credits
- Sociology: 3 credits
- Communication/Speech: 3 credits
Basic Admission Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Prerequisite Coursework
Successful completion of required courses (listed above with final minimum grade of B or better in science courses and C or better in general education courses) - 15 Hours of Job Shadowing
Complete at least 15 hours of job shadowing with a practicing dental hygienist. Submit Job Shadowing Form through DHCAS. - Virtual Personal Interview
After a thorough review of applications, selected candidates will be invited for a virtual personal interview with the Admissions Committee - Three Professional References
Applicants must submit three professional references who can speak to your qualifications and potential for success in the program - Applicant Essay
A personal essay outlining non-cognitive skills that will support your pursuit of a career in dental hygiene - University Supplemental Application Fee
A non-refundable fee of $35.00
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