Accreditation

Accreditation by the Commission on Dental Accreditation

The Coastal Bend College Dental Hygiene Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678. The Commission's web address is: https://coda.ada.org

In addition, the college catalog and program websites are readily available and accurately depict:

a. purpose and goals of the program;

b. admission requirements and procedures;

c. degree and program completion requirements;

d. faculty, with degrees held and the conferring institution;

e. tuition, fee, and other program costs including policies and procedures for refund and withdrawal; and

f. financial aid programs;

g. national and/or state requirements for eligibility for licensure or entry into the occupation or profession for which education and training are offered; and

h. skill and competencies that students will need at the time of admission to the program.