Advising and Application Checklist

Pre-Program BASDH Advising Checklist

Review the following web pages:

1. Is Dental Hygiene for Me?
2. Essential Functions of a Dental Hygienist
3. Program Information
4. BASDH Cost-Curriculum Estimate
5. General College Course Transferability
6. Get Started in Dental Hygiene
7. BASDH Advising Planner

BASDH Program Application Checklist

1. Request a Criminal History Background Check
   
   1. Request a criminal background check through Castle Branch.
   2. Once you have completed creating an account, in the “Place Order” field enter code: PH45
      The code is specific to the Pierce College BASDH program.
   3. If you have issues with the site, request assistance at the CastleBranch Help web page.
2. Follow the process for application to the program through DHCAS. The current fee is $50.
   
   1. If you have issues with the site, request assistance at the DHCAS Applicant Help Center.

Now That You Have Applied

• In mid-April, the top applicants will be invited for an interview. All other applicants will be notified of non-acceptance.
• Interviews will be hosted the first week of May.
• Notification of acceptance or non-acceptance post interviews will be sent by the third week in May.