Rooted in Health: Establish or Expand Accredited Dental Hygiene Programs

Summary

the rural dental hygienist workforce pipeline, reduce preventable oral disease, and improve oral health outcomes among underserved rural populations in Kentucky. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with priority given to those prepared to expend at least 50% of funds in the first funding period. Request for Applications for the state RHTP. Submission portal: https://ruralhealthplan.ky.gov Total funding available: $9,900,000.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are non-profit, Kentucky-based educational institutions that demonstrate the capacity and authority to educate, train, and supervise dental hygiene students in accordance with CODA standards. Institutions may include public or private colleges and universities, community and technical colleges, and other non-profit academic institutions or consortia authorized to host CODA-accredited dental hygiene programs.

Requirements Checklist

• Submit a one-page cover sheet with program and contact information
• Submit an application narrative (max 25 pages) addressing program intent, methodology, partnerships, barriers, evaluation and sustainability plans, and implementation timeline