Dental Hygienist in Illinois
Dental hygienists clean teeth, take X-rays, and educate patients on oral health. It's one of the best-paying 2-year degree jobs in America — many earn $70K–$100K+ working 3–4 days a week with no weekends.
💰 Dental Hygienist Salary in Illinois
Estimated salary range for Dental Hygienists in Illinois, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.
🎓 Dental Hygienist Licensing in Illinois
Credential required: RDH License (NBDHE exam)
Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Illinois state licensing board before enrolling.
🏫 Dental Hygienist Programs in Illinois
City Colleges of Chicago
Seven-college system serving Chicago with over 80,000 students. 16 career clusters. Kennedy-King, Olive-Harvey, Wilbur W...
College of DuPage
Largest single-campus community college in Illinois. 250+ career and technical degrees and certificates. 79 career pathw...
Oakton College
Serving northern Cook County suburbs. WIOA-approved programs including paralegal, pharmacy tech, and nursing assistant. ...