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Arkansas Dental Hygiene Programs, Licensing and Salaries

Dental Hygienist School in Arkansas ARIf you are thinking of becoming a dental hygienist in Arkansas then you will want to know about the top dental hygiene schools in the area.

You will also no doubt be pleased to learn that the average salary for Dental Hygienists in the USA is among some of the highest in the healthcare industry.

There also continues to be strong job growth in the sector with an additional 30,000 positions projected to be created between 2016 and 2024 representing an almost 15% increase in employment.

Get started today and take the first steps towards your new career by reaching out to dental hygiene schools and related dental programs near you in Arkansas.


How to become a Dental Hygienist in Arkansas

To become a dental hygienist in Arkansas you will need to graduate from an accredited dental hygiene program.

Requirements for entry into accredited programs include a high school diploma or equivalent and, depending on the school, you may need to pass entrance exams and complete an entry interview. Medical and legal clearances may also be required.

Below we provide details of the top accredited dental hygienist programs in Arkansas, as well as licensing requirements and salary and employment data for the state.

Top Accredited Dental Hygiene Programs Arkansas

AreaSchoolWebsite
Fort SmithUniversity of Arkansasvisit website
Little RockUniversity of Arkansas
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There are only 2 accredited programs in Arkansas at present.

Schools offering dental hygiene programs which have been accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) are recognized to maintain a high standard of education by the American Dental Association (ADA).

Once you have graduated from an accredited program you will be required to sit some additional state and/or national certification exams before you are eligible to apply for your dental hygienist license.

You might be interested in viewing schools in neighboring States: Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas


 

Arkansas Dental Hygienist License Requirements

Once you have successfully graduated from an accredited program and have passed all additional certification exams it is a requirement of Arkansas law that you obtain a license to work as a dental hygienist there.

The Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners governs the licensing of Dental Hygienists in Arkansas. You can contact the Board directly using the contact details below:

Phone: (501) 682-2085
Email: donna.cobb@arkansas.gov
Website: http://www.asbde.org

Dental Hygienist Salary in Arkansas

Salary$68,580
Hourly Wage$32.97
Bottom 10% of Earners$45,800
Top 10% of Earners$88,530
# Employed1,420

The average dental hygienist salary in Arkansas is $68,580  –  8% below the national average of $74,680.

This represents an hourly wage of $32.97.

There are currently 1,420 persons employed as dental hygienists in the state.

Learn more about income levels for Dental Hygienists
Key Figures For Dental Hygienists Salary Arkansas

Top Paying Metro Areas in Arkansas for Dental Hygienists

It is a great time to train to become a dental hygienist in Arkansas given the strong salary levels and jobs growth for the career.

Dental hygiene salaries are among some of the highest in the healthcare industry and it is projected that an additional 30,000 positions will be created in the sector between 2016 and 2024 representing an almost 15% increase in employment.

The table below provides a breakdown of salaries and employment of dental hygienists across the main towns, cities and non metro areas in Arkansas;

AreaNumber EmployedSalary
Jonesboro, AR100$70,760
Hot Springs, ARnot known$67,990
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR-MO220$67,760
South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area100$67,350
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR430$66,240
West Arkansas nonmetropolitan area110$64,870

Related Healthcare Careers

The table below compares key data for Dental Hygienists with other entry level healthcare and healthcare assisting roles in Arkansas;

CareerNumber EmployedHourly WageSalary
Dental Hygienists1,400$30.97$64,410
Physician Assistants400$35.04$72,880
Respiratory Therapists1,080$24.05$50,020
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers360$28.15$58,550
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics2,220$14.06$29,230
Pharmacy Technicians3,620$13.79$28,680
Surgical Technologists890$19.23$40,010
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians300$12.68$26,380
Home Health Aides7,040$9.05$18,830
Nursing Assistants17,950$10.61$22,070
Occupational Therapy Assistants200$31.41$65,340
Physical Therapist Assistants990$25.02$52,030
Massage Therapists260$18.65$38,790
Dental Assistants2,530$15.64$32,520
Medical Assistants2,900$13.82$28,750
Medical Transcriptionists650$14.39$29,920
Phlebotomists880$13.11$27,280