Upon completion of the Clinical and Florida Laws and Rules Examinations, download an application for licensure from the Resources page or apply online. F You have a current license in another state and have been engaged in clinical practice with in the previous year as a dental hygienist. Credentials to be submitted with the Application for Licensure are: Graduates of dental colleges or schools that areNOT ACCREDITEDby the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation must be approved by the Board office to schedule the ADEX Dental Hygiene Licensing Examination and the Florida Laws and Rules Examination. The Canadian National Dental Hygiene Certification Exam (NDHCE) is not accepted for licensure in Washington state. To contact the Board with general or application questions or assistance related to your license, application and/or for any technical support pertaining to the PA Licensing System known as PALS, please reference the link below. Dental Hygiene Dental Assistants Laws & Regulations Guidance Documents Disciplinary Proceedings Prescription Monitoring Program Health Practitioners' Monitoring Program Update your OMS profile Applicant Resources Apply for a license Dentist Dental Hygienist Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon Cosmetic Procedure Certification Volunteer Practice Moving to a new state can be challenging, particularly if you're a dental assistant looking to meet a new state's requirements. Learn about the examinations and varying state requirements. Foreign-trained professionals must obtain a license to practice in the U.S. To obtain your license you must be a graduate of an accredited U.S. dental hygiene program, take the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination and pass a state or regional clinical licensure exam. An official transcript from Board-approved dental hygiene program showing your degree and date of graduation, sent directly from the school to the Board office. 0000000016 00000 n The Colorado State Board of Dental Examiners conducts a thorough evaluation of a number of items, including basic dental/dental hygiene credentials, national, regional and/or state examination results, malpractice history, and criminal or disciplinary history. Candidates for dental licensure in most U.S. licensing jurisdictions are subject to a clinical examination requirement. A copy of the license alone is not acceptable. The national board scores must be mailed to our office directly from the American Dental Association. All information and forms are located on your professions webpages. Parole records for offenses can be obtained from the Department of Corrections or at the clerk of the court in the arresting jurisdiction. Learn how to obtain a dental license in a new jurisdiction by using your existing credentials. You only have six (6) months to submit your application once you begin. Is at least 18 years of age 2. The patient based clinical examinations from the following exam companies have been approved for licensure. : 3. Pennsylvania Department of State. 0000008528 00000 n 0000010462 00000 n dental hygienist or as another health care professional. Regulations are found at N.J.A.C. 0 This cannot be returned if mailed. Interviews will be offered throughout August-October. Licensure by Credentials & Licensure by Act 41: Dentists, dental hygienists and expanded function dental assistants who are currently licensed or certified in another state or territory or in Canada may be granted licensure if the credentials submitted meet Pennsylvania requirements. Most state boards of dentistry rely on regional testing agencies to administer a clinical examination. (May be mailed to the Board or emailed to the Board directly from the issuing state official representative.) More Info. Licensure by Credentials is the pathway to licensure for an applicant who holds a license in another state, who has passed all parts of the National Board Dental Hygiene examination given by the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations, and has successfully completed/passed a clinical competency exam acceptable by the Board as stated in guidance document 60-26. Review Clinical Competency Examination Requirements Guidance Document:60-26 Policy On Dental Hygiene Clinical Competency Examination Requirements For Licensure, adopted June 11, 2021. Each applicant is required to take a California board-certified course on local anesthetics, nitrous oxide, and soft tissue curettage. 0000009670 00000 n Violent crimes and repeat offenders are required to be presented to the Board of Dentistry for review. Download the files below for additional details. Tax Center 801-970 (relating to controlled substances) or 42 U.S.C. But unfortunately, if you're a dental professional moving to a new state, you will need to apply for an out-of-state dental license. Please be sure to include your current email address on your application to receive important information about your application status and process. Virginia Board of Dentistrydenbd@dhp.virginia.gov| Contact the BoardJamie C. Sacksteder, Executive DirectorNathanial C. Bryant, DDS, Board President, Department of Health ProfessionsPerimeter Center9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300Henrico, Virginia 23233-1463, Office Hours:Monday - Friday 8:15AM - 5:00PM(except Holidays). The Central Regional Dental Testing Service, Inc. (CRDTS). Dentists, dental hygienists and expanded function dental assistants who are currently licensed or certified in another state or territory or in Canada may be granted licensure if the credentials submitted meet Pennsylvania requirements. Failure to disclose criminal history may result in denial of your application. Refer to RCW 18.29.045 and WAC 246-815-100. 0000090413 00000 n Please read theinstructions for the online application and follow the Apply Now buttonto begin the online application process. How to Become a Licensed Registered Hygienist in California. Your National Dental Hygiene Board Examination score report, sent. 0000011029 00000 n Active practice means 560 hours of practice in the preceding 24 months. 0000003216 00000 n Delaware State Code 0000006263 00000 n Copies of permits are not accepted. 0000004708 00000 n Licenses are used in all medical and healthcare professions involving a practitioner offering professional services to a patient or client. Listed below are the expanded function education courses the Department of Health has approved if restorative, anesthesia and nitrous oxide weren't a part of your ADA CODA accredited dental hygiene curriculum. Withholding Tax One significant advancement occurred earlier this year when the governor of Arizona signed a bill to allow the state to become the first to universally recognize out-of-state licenses.6 Additionally, a dental licensure compact has recently been proposed, the first of its kind for dentists and dental hygienists.5. 0000005347 00000 n Help shape the future of dentistry. Certifications cannot be older than 6 months from date prepared. endstream endobj 1124 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/Index[92 996]/Length 50/Size 1088/Type/XRef/W[1 1 1]>>stream Evidence of rehabilitation is important to the board members when making licensure decisions. Apply Online. Although requirements vary from state to state, all dental licensure applicants must meet three basic requirements: educational, written examination, and clinical examination. The State of Florida does not have reciprocity with any state and does not issue licenses by endorsement or credentials. Physician(s) Letter Applicants must submit a statement from your treating physician(s)/counselor(s) for each condition you are/were being treated for and whether or not you are currently able to safely practice Dentistry. Please note that renewals open approximately six weeks prior to the expiration date. She launched I Heart Mobile Dentistry, a Facebook support group for clinicians practicing mobile dentistry, and is co-founder of the first annual National Mobile Dentistry Conference on February 28-29, 2020 in Orlando, Florida. 0000002311 00000 n For applicants who have held a license in another state/jurisdiction: A verification of licensure with imprint of state seal issued from a state board of dentistry in which the applicant has ever held a license to practice dentistry or dental hygiene. Must be mailed to TSBDE: A fully completed Dental Hygiene Licensure Application and fee. We don't have reciprocity with any other state. Any transcript, which does not conform to these standards, shall be deemed unofficial and unacceptable. Unfortunately, occupational license portability regulations for dental hygienists have not yet kept up with these changing times. Dental licensure maps. hold a current Dental Hygienist license in another jurisdiction (state, U.S. territory or District of Columbia), AND have practiced as a Dental Hygienist at least three of the past five years. We recommend that applicants handle their own applications without delegating this task to someone else. Effective July 1, 2012, Section 456.0635, Florida Statutes (F.S. Applications for reactivationshouldbe mailed to: Virginia Board ofDentistryPerimeter Center9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300Henrico, Virginia 23233-1463. State/Jurisdiction Licensure Verification sent, State of Delaware and Federal Bureau of Investigation criminal background checks (CBC). F Verification of your Washington State Dental Hygiene Drug and Law Jurisprudence Examination. Things worked out, though, and Im happily entering my 15th year in dentistry. Dental governing bodies have also attempted to alleviate some of the burdens by granting licensure by credentials. License Renewal Information: All Colorado Dentist and Dental Hygienist licenses expire on the last day of February of even-numbered years. All initial licenses expire February 28 of the following even numbered year. 0000006854 00000 n Elected Officials Final official transcripts sent to the Board office by the registrars office with appropriate stamps, seals, degree and signatures. Written examination This hygienist must also have passed an approved clinical dental hygiene exam. Our office does not maintain original documents and is not responsible for your original diploma. For something as important as a dental or dental hygiene license, two months lead time is not unreasonable. xref Registered Dental Hygienists are required to complete 20 CE hours and Registered Dental Assistants are required to complete 10 CE hours with each biennial registration cycle. A letter of reference attesting to your good moral character and reputation. A minimum score of 90 percent is required. If you qualify for an in-person interview, you will be notified by phone or email. Get involved with the New Dentist Committee. 0000004344 00000 n Accredited dental hygiene schools in the state of Washington are on the American Dental Association (ADA) Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) website. Based on the concept that any entity providing a license must be a state-level or federal government agency, key points regarding healthcare licensing include: 1. 0000090308 00000 n Act 53: Information for Individuals with Criminal Convictions, General Board Information (includes Applications and Forms), Public Health Dental Hygiene Practitioner, PA Prescription Drug Monitoring Program(PDF), PA Guidelines: Opioids in Dental Practice(PDF), FAQs - Act 125 of 2016 - Prescribing Opioids to Minors (PDF), Consent to Prescribe Opioid Medication to a Minor Form (PDF). This process is automatic. Click HERE for Important Information for Licensees struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues A new criminal background check is required even if the person recently had a criminal background check done for some other reason. In the U.S., licensure requirements are set by the state board of dentistry, also known as the board of dental examiners or licensing board. Subject Analysis Evaluation Report completed by the Educational Credentials Evaluators Inc. (ECE). Both pathways to licensure (reciprocity and exam) require you to also pass the Delaware Jurisprudence exam. 1125 0 obj <>stream 1395-1396 (relating to public health, welfare, Medicare and Medicaid issues), unless the sentence and any subsequent period of probation for such conviction or pleas ended more than 15 years prior to the date of the application; Has been terminated for cause from the Florida Medicaid program pursuant to section 409.913, F.S., unless the candidate or applicant has been in good standing with the Florida Medicaid program for the most recent five years; Has been terminated for cause, pursuant to the appeals procedures established by the state or Federal Government, from any other state Medicaid program, unless the candidate or applicant has been in good standing with a state Medicaid program for the most recent five years and the termination occurred at least 20 years before the date of the application; Is currently listed on the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector Generals List of Excluded Individuals and Entities. 0000158027 00000 n View your expiration date on your online account. You may be trying to access this site from a secured browser on the server. Make sure all application materials are sent to the Board office, in accordance with the directions set forth in the application packet. Do not assume that an exception will be made or that a requirement will be waived for you. Licensure biennium dates are March 1 February 28 of the even years, Click on Chapter or Section Number to View, Chapter 456: Health Professions and Occupations: General Provisions Chapter 466: Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, and Dental Laboratories Section 466.007: Examination of dental hygienists Section 466.023: Dental Hygienists; scope and area of practice Section 466.0235: Dental charting Section 466.024: Delegation of duties; expanded functions, Chapter 64B5: Board of Dentistry Rule 64B5-2: Examination and Licensure of Dentists and Dental Hygienists Rule 64B5-16: Remediable Tasks Delegable to Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants, a dental hygiene college or school approved by the board. National Board Dental Hygiene Examination, ADEX Dental Hygiene Licensing Examination, National Board Dental Hygiene Examination scores sent to the Board office directly from the American Dental Association. Privacy Policy Any such conviction or plea shall exclude the applicant or candidate from licensure, examination, certification, or registration, unless the sentence and any subsequent period of probation for such conviction or plea ended: For the felonies of the first or second degree, more than 15 years from the date of the plea, sentence and completion of any subsequent probation; For the felonies of the third degree, more than 10 years from the date of the plea, sentence and completion of any subsequent probation; For the felonies of the third degree under section 893.13(6)(a), F.S., more than five years from the date of the plea, sentence and completion of any subsequent probation; Has been convicted of, or entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to, regardless of adjudication, a felony under 21 U.S.C. All final transcripts must indicate the matriculation date, graduation date, degree earned, and be embossed with the school seal. If the issuing state/jurisdiction (agency) does not provide an The ADA is aware that changes may be in process across the states, but only official documented changes are reflected on the maps. Help Center Applicants with prior criminal convictions are required to submit the following documentation to the board: Self-Explanation Applicants who have listed offenses on the application must submit a letter in your own words describing the circumstances of the offense. The course is required for any applicant who did not graduate from a California dental hygiene program. After you graduate, the school must send the official transcript to the Board office. The initial limited dental hygiene license application packet (PDF) is online. *Licensure fee is $37.50 for applicants applying in the second year of the biennium. 0000125692 00000 n startxref Council of Interstate Testing Agencies, Inc. if passed after July 23, 2021. Completion of Probation/Parole/Sanctions Probation and financial sanction records for offenses can be obtained at the clerk of the court in the arresting jurisdiction. Over the years, interstate compacts between states and model laws have been enacted. License, Certification, Registration Current Oregon OR Washington Dental Hygiene license in state where assigned required upon hire/transfer. If you hold a Current Inactive Dentist license and wish toreturn to practice. The Evolution of Biofilm Management: My Experience with Erythritol and Glycine Study Shows How Dental Professionals Can Help Prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders, Dental Hygiene School: Skip the Stress, Hit the Strategies, VIDCAST: The Relationship Between Doctors and Hygienists at Heartland Dental, Contact the states dental governing board, Complete a lengthy application with multiple notarized documents, Pay an application fee in addition to a biennial licensure fee, Take a jurisprudence exam via mail or at an official testing center (retake, if necessary), Acquire sealed transcripts from accredited hygiene school and other post-high school education, Provide certification of having passed clinical and national dental hygiene licensure examinations, Request letters of good standing from each state in which active licenses are held, including non-dental licenses, Provide proof of current CPR certification through approved providers, Provide proof of mandatory CE courses required for the state, Submit a comprehensive work history, including address and contact information for all previous employers, Submit a signed and dated passport-sized photograph, Provide personal information and supporting documents regarding past or existing medical conditions, citizenship status, student loans, child support, and more, Undergo a criminal background check, which may include fingerprinting, Complete an in-person interview with the dental board, Submit additional fees and documents for any additional expanded functions (i.e., restorative duties, local anesthesia, nitrous oxide inhalation, ITR, laser, direct access permits, etc. Don't make commitments on loans, practice start dates, home purchases, etc., until a license is granted and you have it. A copy of the license alone is not acceptable. Your National Dental Hygiene Board Examination score report, sent directly from the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations to the Board office. If there are items on the application about which the Board desires additional information, or if there is a malpractice history, the application will take longer to get through the review process. A copy of your current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification card. RDH Licensure Applications. Learn more about the ADA comprehensive licensure policy and how it has evolved. The Board of Dentistry has created guidelines for specific offenses to be cleared in the board office; however, staff cannot make determinations in advance as laws and rules do change over time. By working together, we have the ability to improve occupational license portability, advancing our profession not only for ourselves but for dental hygienists everywhere. Corporations Western Regional Examining Board (WREB) Dental Hygiene Manikin-Based Clinical Examination if passed after October 8, 2021. The North East Regional Board of Dental Examiners, Inc. (NERB). While the American Dental Association recognizes and supports the state's right to regulate dental licensure, it has adopted policies on licensure issues, including freedom of movement for dentists, increased standardization of clinical licensing examinations, specialty licensure and the use of patients in clinical examinations. Central Regional Dental Testing Services (CRDTS) Dental Hygiene Simulated Patient Examination if passed after October 8, 2021. Western Regional Examining Board (WREB) Dental Hygiene Examination if passed after May 8, 1992. Has graduated from: a dental hygiene college or school approved by the board or accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Dental Association or its successor agency, if any, Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers required upon hire/transfer. ss. This is not a copy of your license. If applicable, a certification of licensure from each state in which applicant currently holds or has held a dental or dental hygiene license. When things break down, it is the applicant who suffers. State Employees www.dentistryiq.com is using a security service for protection against online attacks. Apply as a Transfer. Thank you for your patience as we continue to update our new website. You may qualify for licensure byCredentials. Transparency Can I transfer my dental assisting license from another state to Florida? The total fee is required and should be submitted with your application for licensure. Mobile Apps Any applicant who has ever been found guilty of or pled guilty or no contest/nolo contendere to any charge other than a minor traffic offense must list each offense on the application. Successful completion of the following examinations: (Graduates of non-accredited dental schools have the option of completing the National Board Dental Examination or the Dental Hygiene National Board Examination). Proof of completion of dental degree in accordance with s. 466.007(3), Florida Statutes and Rule 64B5-2.0144, Florida Administrative Code (transcripts and copies of dental diploma; all documents must be translated). License Expiration Bump Period for New Applicants: All new applicants who are issued a license within 120 days of the upcoming renewal expiration date will be issued a license with the next expiration date. All final transcripts must indicate the matriculation date, graduation date, degree earned, and be embossed with the school seal. The service requires full cookie support in order to view this website. GufFm:@0Xs.a`dc&G@77)~(] uxio| dzUE3~Q ` Xs! Proof of successful completion of the National Board Dental Examination (Part I and II) or the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination. Some of you may be nodding your head enthusiastically right now, empathizing with my journey and understanding the unspoken struggles that come with a highly mobile lifestyle. 0000009083 00000 n Delaware Courts The ADA attempts to keep all maps current based on available information from state dental boards, clinical testing agencies and state dental associations. 0000007284 00000 n Thanks to advances in technology and changes in generational ideals, more and more dental hygienists are choosing to uproot their careers and follow opportunities wherever they may lead. The Board office must receive one of these documents by the exam deadline. ), provides that health care boards or the department shall refuse to issue a license, certificate or registration and shall refuse to admit a candidate for examination if the applicant: The following steps apply to graduates of a dental hygiene programACCREDITEDby the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation: Applicant must successfully complete the required examinations: *The Florida Department of Health has contracted with The Commission on Dental Competency Assessments (CDCA) to provide the Laws and Rules examination. In addition to the application and fee in DELPROS, you must submit: When the deadline for the exam date passes, the Board office will mail examination packets to all candidates who applied on time and whose documentation it has received. Privacy Policy| Alternate Format Requests | Notice of Nondiscrimination, File Complaint About Provider or Facility, Healthcare Enforcement and Licensing Modernization Solution, Healthcare Professional Credentialing Requirements, Veterans, Service Members and their Families, Emergency Information for Specific Groups, For Public Health & Health Care Providers, Public Health System Resources and Services, American Dental Association (ADA) Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) website, Dental Hygiene Sealant/Fluoride Varnish Endorsement Application Packet (PDF), full dental hygiene license application packet (PDF), initial limited dental hygiene license application packet (PDF), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Local Health Jurisdictions and Tribal Directories, Northwest Center for Public Health Practice, Contact the Dental Hygiene Department: Beth Davis at 425-739-8386 or Monta Frost, director, at 425-739-8404, Contact Debbie Reaume, Continuing Education Program at 503-494-8857, Contact Nan Reif, director, Center for Health Professions at 602-285-7331. An official transcript from Board-approved dental hygiene program showing your degree and date of graduation, sent. Get information aboutinitial licensure, licensure by credentials, CE and renewal requirements, specialty licensure and COVID-19 updates for each state and territory. 0000003169 00000 n Educational State Regulations E-mail / Text Alerts Please note that renewals open approximately six weeks prior to the expiration date. There is licensure by endorsement. Act 41 does this by granting all boards and commissions within the Commonwealth the authority to endorse licensees from other states, territories or jurisdictions (with substantially equivalent licensing requirements) who are active, in good standing and without discipline against their license or criminal conviction. She is executive moderator of the Dental Peeps Network and has vast experience providing direct services as a mobile clinician. Proudly founded in 1681 as a place of tolerance and freedom. How can a dentist from another country become a dental hygienist? The State of New Jersey. Examination registration began April 1, 2015 with the CDCA and associated fees are the same. Provide certification of having passed clinical and national dental hygiene licensure examinations. Each application is reviewed on its own merits. You will be redirected once the validation is complete. Currently we have reviewed and accepted British Columbia and Ontario. . Out-of-state hygienists who apply for and are issued an Initial limited license may practice for 18 months. www.dentistryiq.com is using a security service for protection against online attacks. If you do not meet both conditions, you must apply for licensure by examination and sit for the Delaware Practical Examination in Dental Hygiene. A copy of your current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification card. Voting & Elections Personal Income Tax Electronic Prescriptions . You may now apply online for licensure for the following license types: dental hygiene license by examination. hA 04q\GczC. 2. Beginning January 1, 2022, Utah Code Annotated 58-37-22 requires that most* prescriptions issued for a controlled substance be transmitted electronically as an electronic prescription; however, you may apply for a limited extension by submitting the form linked below. I hold a license in another state. DELPROS, our online portal, will assist you in determining whether you apply by reciprocity or by examination. Please remember that the Board will not accelerate one application at the expense of another, nor will it forego any elements of its screening process. If this is the case for you, then you should start applying for your out-of-state dental license months before your move. However, most dental hygienists have not considered what it takes to restart ones career by practicing in a different area of the country. Students matriculate each January and graduate after 18 months. Currently, 46 states provide this pathway that allows dental professionals who hold active licenses in other states to obtain a license without having to complete their professional examinations over again.9, For dental hygienists who are considering obtaining another states license, the good news is that there has been a recent uptick in dialogue among stakeholders and legislators. <<68E97D00E7D9D040AEE6C0AD49AFBE30>]/Prev 322922/XRefStm 1897>> Review Clinical Competency Examination Requirements Guidance Document: 60-26 Policy On Dental Hygiene Clinical Competency Examination Requirements For Licensure, adopted June 11, 2021. Examples of third-party forms are transcripts from schools, employment verifications from a supervisor, and license verifications from another state. 1- 22 passport photo Your head must face the camera directly with a full face in view. 0000001080 00000 n The state dental board is the appropriate agency to contact for the most current and up-to-date information. Locations Directory Senate Bill (SB) 5606, passed during the 2015 legislative session, amended the law relating to dental hygienists and is effective July 24, 2015. We no longer accept paper applications. 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