Fourth-year dental hygiene students' educational preparedness: Self-confidence ratings of the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association baccalaureate competencies (2017-2019).

These data suggest that curriculum revisions are needed in 5 domains but such changes may not be sufficient. Transition support may be warranted to assist graduates as they enter practice, while some competencies may be more appropriate for graduate studies. The study contributes to an international discussion about the educational preparedness of baccalaureate graduates, and the boundaries between diploma, baccalaureate and master's education.