Balancing Work and School as a Dental Hygiene Student
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- Dental hygiene school is a rigorous program but the most difficult part I'd say is the balancing act you have to learn to do for managing working and studying. I hope this video helps you gather some ideas and insight for creating balance and becoming more prepared for the dental hygiene student life.
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Thanks for posting this. People annoy me when they have the ability to not work and comment something like “you can’t do it” I honestly have no choice but to work and do the best I can.
It annoys me to when I see that because like you said not everyone has that privilege, and just bc you don’t have that privilege doesn’t mean you should automatically give up on your dreams. You just got to work a lil harder and that’s okay. & I’m wishing so much luck to you on your journey !!!
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I don’t think people are trying to be terrible when they say that, they’re just being honest. A lot of people fail out of the program because they work. Even teachers will suggest not to work
Visibility is so important bro. Me finding this is no mistake.
But for the subject at hand… I literally had to quit my day job and get a job serving at a restaurant. Never worked in the food industry before but it was so necessary toward my survival in DH school.
You are the only black male hygienist that exists on this TH-cam platform. I find out if I got accepted into DH school this week. I will stay tuned as long as you keep giving. We are breaking boundaries and barriers. I love it. BTW I want this jacket!!
Thank you for having a channel and allowing us to exist! You are amazing, my friend
Thank you brother! So whats the news!!!!???? Did you find out???
@@Justchrislove I got accepted!!!!
LETS GOOOO!!!!!!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
@@TheHummingBirdJaiyecongratulations! I hope all is well 👏
I work overnight full time and I want to go to DH school but not sure how I will do it. I have two kids also so it's like I need to work. Just trying to figure out how I will do this
Man you just helped me boss! I’m going to dental assistant school next month but I also work full time and this helped a lot! Can’t wait to be in the field
Congratulations I hope you really enjoy being an assistant you get to be apart of some fun procedures.
I work full time as a patient transporter in a hospital. I currently work overnight and I’m starting hygiene school in about a month. I plan on continuing to work, but only about 2 days a week (20-24hrs/week) and during the day so I can be part time, keep my benefits, and not mess up my sleeping schedule. It’s a good job because the pay isn’t bad ($15-20) and they’re very flexible. You also get experience talking to patients and other healthcare professionals, even though it’s not a dental office. I’ve seen some people on TH-cam suggest dental office jobs but those are usually 8am-5pm type of jobs so it’s not ideal during school. Thanks for the video!
That sound like a really good plan good luck to you!!
Oh nice tips! I’m a Medical Assistant and dentistry was on my heart . This could be a sign to start back up 👍🏽
It could be!!! Let me know how I can support you!
Your videos are saving my ass. I am glad you're providing this platform for guys in hygiene school. I started hygiene school last fall, and it's not easy, but I'm highly motivated. Before going to hygiene school, I got a college degree and majored in Spanish with a minor in interpreting and translating. I'm working as an interpreter at a hospital, and that has been a really flexible job with good pay. You don't need a bachelor's to interpret (maybe a 1.5 yr associate degree), so for anyone who is bilingual and has the resources and time, I highly recommend looking into it. Love this channel!
Thank you brother! This is really great information you’re giving for a very niche job someone may not think of. Thank you for your contribution!
Hey Chris, starting almost 2 years ago your videos were a big influence for me in deciding that I wanted to become a hygienist. Now I am in my first semester of hygiene school at UNM!
That is so dope!!! Thank you so much for sharing that ✊🏾 it really means the world to me!
Reach out to me on IG @justchrislove
Dope channel bro. I was also security forces and I just got out after doing 4 , going the same exact route as you brother! This motivated me
I’m a couple classes and 1 teas test away from entering the program. Your inspiring bro keep going 💯💯
im planing to lower my bills as low as I can to do the Hyenist and some DoorDash at night because my wife and mi will be doing the hygienist and both of us won't have time for a regular job
Great video! Finishing my prerequisites & applying next year, jacket is 🔥 but we gone need some prophy Queen jackets as well lol 💪🏾
That’s awesome!!! Thank you!!! Check the site! They are already there! 😉
How long it took you to get in hygiene school brother or did u get in the first try ?
I’m a technician right now with another job on the weekends. Want to go to school for hygienist just worried about balancing all that! Thanks for the video
I appreciate your content Chris, it's been amazing! But your inconsistency is preventing you from reaching greatness, ppl literally need your insight bro, but you lowkey let us down because of the in inconsistency.
I appreciate this comment so much! My number 1 goal this year is to be more consistent with my videos and content. I promise I will be better! Thank you for the kick in the ass lol (SERIOUSLY)
i really appreciate you telling us your experience and giving us tips. this is my dream career fr
Don’t let it stay a dream for long get there brother!
I currently work at the hospital cleaning the OR rooms 4 to 12 but I can start at 6 I haven’t gotten accepted yet but I’m making it work with my gen Ed’s so far I believe I can do it because I’m able to sit down and study at work for a couple hrs once I get done
Thank you for your service and for your advice man!
You’re welcome and my pleasure! ✊🏾
You are definitely providing us with some valuable information Chris. Im forsure going to be reaching out to you in the near future once I get into the program. Appreciate you bro bro.
Awesome man I look forward to helping you on your journey!
I have made the decision to switch career field out of corporate HR and fulfilling my dream of being a RDH. I have the opportunity to begin dental assistant school within a few weeks if I choose so to get started quicker. I do know assisting is not my desire but what do you think of getting started with the program and completing some coursework first to help leverage me for a DH program? Or just complete the entire assisting program then move into DH?
@@ferlo28 I did that exact thing, started as an assistant student but I didn’t complete the program…I attended assisting for about 6 months and applied to DH during the next selection. It helped me become introduced to the school and gave me an opportunity to meet the faculty including the hygiene director.
@@Justchrislove you are my hero yo! Ha thank you for your response. You gave me the push i needed to go ahead with this. I admire you and your willingness to know when to shift as you did from your practice to your new career. Yes, i binged you last night and learned some things ha. I’ll look you up on IG.
Hey Chris , You’re Mad dope btw I’m in the Army too .
So I should get My AS (associates in science) . And people been telling me to reclass to 68E but they end up still going to school afterwards.
And I fw the side hustle as well I’m a tattoo artist 🔥.
But ya homie I would love to have your feedback man it means a lot.
Thanks brotha! Not sure if you seen any of my videos with my tattoo shop but that skill can really be beneficial as a side hustle.
Reach out to me on Instagram I do offer mentorship calls…we can really get you on the right path to making an awesome shift for your post military life. Check the description for my IG
Wow this is crazy. I was in the Air Force as well for 7 1/2 years. I was Services. I’m currently in my final semester of Dental Hygiene School now.
I just wanted to try something outside of my comfort zone.
I graduate in May 2022.
As you mentioned the military pays for my school and my housing as well, so I currently do not work. I am married and I have a two year old son and any parent knows that is a job in its self.
What I try to do is wake up hours ( 2 or 3 hours) before my family is up so I can first get my mind together and next just some studying out of the way.
Also, when I am studying at home I try to give my husband a break so my son is with me as I’m studying. I give him some snacks play his videos, and I study for a few hours or complete some homework.
This doesn’t always work, but I’m learning I have to have a flexible mindset.
Great insight!!! Congratulations on making it to your final semester!!! That’s major!!
Thank you for sharing your routine.
One more thing! A flexible mindset is very critical in dentistry! You’re already sounding like you’re going to be an amazing hygienist.
What school did you attend ?
@@Justchrislove thank you so much.
I’m currently an assistant but really been thinking about entering the hygiene program. Gonna have some thinking to do!!!
Good video 👍
Do you think Dental Assistants have an advantage to becoming a Dental Hygiene?
Because of your experience in dentistry I think you have a tremendous advantage than anyone without dental experience.
Waw Thanks very much Bro, I have HND in Dental Hygiene and am planning to study further to get My Bsc and have been thinking how to raise the funds to pay my bills and Tuition and I have 4kids, Thanks for your video I need to perfect and learn more in Driving God bless you Bro.
Thank you for this post. A lot of people post this topic but it’s never a clear answer but this was it. So thank you for that
Would you say college is better than a specialized dental hygienist school? I have the options for a 4 years college vs 2 years at a school that only specialized in dental hygienist, radiology and assisting.
Based upon my own research prior to getting into my current program, I would say it doesn't matter due to the pay not changing whether its a BS or AS in Dental Hygiene. Hope that helps!
Both! Personally I’m doing the associates degree to start with so I can be making good money, then plan on going back for the other two years to earn a bachelors in dental hygiene. The reason being is because if you have a bachelors in dental hygiene you can teach hygienists, and I plan on doing that down the line before the career ruins my back lol
@@adriennel8498 cool bean! That’s my plan as well! 🙌🏽
The jacket is tough! Great video, thanks
Is there any option like 2semisters per year
Hey man Im 44 with 4 kids and considering LPN vrs dental assistant with possibly becoming DH or LPN to RN... I have to take the slower path as I have 4 little kids and bills to pay....Any advice on these 2 careers???? Is it possible to work 3 days while in DH school??? How is it like being a male and in dental field as DH or assistant??? If I study for a year or so before DH school will it help alot so I can work...What are the prerequisites and how likely is it that you can get carpal tunnel syndrome???
A dental assistant works with the Dentist. Whilst the Hygienist works independently. The scope is not the same. If you desire to become a Dentist, I’d encourage the DA route. If you would rather focus on the health of the patient and educate them on cleaning practices, DH would be more of your speed. Also DH are paid more than an assistant.
I’m almost there
Yes!
I’m debating on hygiene school or nursing, I’ like both fields
Hygiene, the nursing field is back breaking
Hygiene! No weekends, no on call!
What was the hardest part of the program?
One of the hardest parts of the “program” was trying to stay on top of completing my patient quota each term.
@@Justchrislovewhat’s a patient quota? Do you actually see and work on patients in the program?? I’m interested in becoming a Dental hygienist
@@Veiled.muslimah a patient quota is referring to meeting the number of patient you are required to see and complete in a term. Yes you see patients in the program. These are patients that you are working on in your clinical segment of school. Great choice my man! It's a dope profession! If you are looking for support in preparing for your journey into Dental Hygiene consider booking a mentorship call with me.
Hi Mr. Chris! You are a huge inspiration to me! By me also
being a African American male I really look up to your videos and your success! May I please ask
what age were you when you graduated and became a hygienist?
Bro dope video im getting ready to start school and I’ve been looking for jobs that fits good with school. Appreciate it king 🫡
Preciate you bro!