Heartland Dental Awards $34,500 in Scholarships to Dental Hygiene Students at Concorde Career Colleges

NewsData.io · United States · Sep 9, 2026

Heartland Dental, the nation's largest dental support organization, is awarding $34,500 in scholarships to 23 dental hygiene students at Concorde Career Colleges campuses across the country, marking the fifth consecutive year of the program. The initiative is part of Heartland Dental's broader workforce pipeline strategy, which also includes sponsored campus labs and graduate ceremonies. The partnership reflects growing demand for dental hygienists, with national employment projected to grow 8% through 2035 — and significantly faster in key states like Florida, Texas, and Colorado. Employer-education pipeline deals like this are increasingly relevant to staffing agencies as healthcare clients seek alternative talent sourcing channels.