TR802 · Level 7 · 2 years · Interview

Dental Hygiene

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

625

Up 36 points since 2023 (589).

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About this course

A two year Level 7 diploma that trains you to be a dental hygienist, focusing on preventing gum disease and tooth decay. It is based in the Dublin Dental University Hospital.

How long
2 years
What you study
You learn in small groups through clinical practice, health promotion projects and evidence-based learning, and share some classes with dental science and dental nursing students. Skills include cleaning and polishing teeth, taking dental X-rays, placing fissure sealants and giving local anaesthetic. Assessment includes exams, clinical tests, logbooks and a community health education project.
Placement and abroad
Clinical work takes place in the Dublin Dental University Hospital, HSE and general hospital settings.
Where it can lead
Graduates can register with the Irish Dental Council and usually work in general dental practices or the public health service, and can take further study such as the Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy.
Who it suits
Suits students who are caring, good communicators and interested in preventing oral health problems.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

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Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026625Published after the final round
2025 590578601
2024 534534567
2023 589566589

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Lab Science Subject: Higher H6 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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