stream 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. and include: Graduation from a dental school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association or its successor agency 14 0 obj and include: Applicants are required to submit the following documents for licensure: Applicants who answer Yes to any of the Health History questions on the application are required to submit the following documentation to the board office: Self-Explanation Applicants must submit a letter in your own words explaining the medical condition(s) or occurrence(s). The curriculum integrated format (CIF) allows dental students of record to complete the exam in sections spread out through their last year of dental school. ccGeKIoEn_7})$Uf)wM)7e$s**^>^z958;l\ct*!qy)W]qyiZ:rlhlqy*j=v(nItm&g>c P*|TxSPE@JIvE This petition starter stood up and took action. Each application is reviewed on its own merits. "We have people that want to practice in Florida and they're willing to practice in a federally qualified health setting to provide dentistry and this gives them a means to do that without sitting for a full licensing exam," Liddell said. Board members are appointed by the Governor and subject to confirmation by the Senate. -Full-time practice as a student at a postgraduate dental education program approved by the board or accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation and located within the geographic boundaries of this state.Failure to meet this requirement will cause the license to expire. She would include a copy of her marriage license showing Smith as her new name. endobj Supporters of the bill say it would give rural areas with dentist shortages more treatment options. Please arrange for all supporting documents to be submitted directly from the source to: Connecticut Department of Public Health. When a dental hygienist moves from state-to-state, they are required to re-establish licensure in their new state of residence. The physicians statement should include all DSM IIIR/ DSM IV, Axis I, II, and III diagnoses. Dental therapists have been proposed as a way to meet the needs in underserved areas where most patients are on Medicaid. www.dentistryiq.com is using a security service for protection against online attacks. We're doing our best to get things working smoothly! 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. Code of Alabama (1975), 34-9-1 et seq. Upon completion of the Clinical and Florida Laws and Rules Examinations, download an application for licensure from the Resources page or apply online. It will happen automatically when you renew your license, but it is important that you understand how Read More - >. Fax: (860) 707-1929. Jurisdictions not accepting the ADEX Dental Hygiene Examination for initial licensure are depicted in grey and include Delaware and Nebraska. Jurisdictions not accepting the ADEX Dental Examination for initial licensure are depicted in grey and include Delaware and New York. We just need to make sure that we get those providers into the correct places where there where there's a need, Liddell said. To be a dental hygienist requires years of rigorous training, the passage of multiple board exams, and the development of on-the-job skills to best serve our patients. Click here to access data on recently licensed Health Care Practitioners and Facilities, National Transportation Safety Board issues recommendations to states on prescribing controlled substances for pain and the dangers of operating a vehicle in any mode of transportation. Reciprocity is available for applicants who have a current dental . If the records are not available, you must have a letter on court letterhead sent from the clerk of the court attesting to their unavailability. Violent crimes and repeat offenders are required to be presented to the Board of Dentistry for review. Dental Licensure Requirements by State 4 | P a g e Alaska Alaska Board of Dental Examiners Licensing Department 550 W 7th AVE, STE 1500 Anchorage, AK 99501-3567 Phone: (907) 465-2542 Contact: BoardofDentalExaminers@Alaska.Gov Alaska Requirements Sec. The money would also be used for the Donated Dental Services program (Florida Statute 381.40195) to expand its network of volunteer dentists and dental labs to serve patients who are elderly, disabled and/or medically compromised. Qualifications for license. 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. Board shall mean the Board of Dental Examiners of Alabama. POST LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS IF ADEX COMPLETED IN A JURISDICTION OTHER THAN FLORIDA. If applicable, a certification of licensure from each state in which applicant currently holds or has held a dental or dental hygiene license. Advocacy, ADHA American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA), This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. I am currently doing my AEGD. endobj This program must provide didactic and clinical education at the level of a D.D.S. Alabama. The standard for determining indigency shall be recognized by the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines produced by the United States Department of Health and Human Services. ! Upon completion of the required examinations, download an application for licensure from the Resources page or apply online. 3 0 obj endobj March 1, 2010- February 28, 2012) See chapter 64B5-12.013, Florida Administrative Code, for continuing education requirements. In 2008, a bill was signed into law that allowed out-of-state dentists to practice in Florida, but a sunset provision allowed this license to be repealed Jan. 1, 2020. You can try refreshing the page, and if you're still having problems, just try again later. <> I will tell you now, do not proceed with hygiene. "And they would be able to do irreversible procedures like extractions, partial root canals, fillings on teeth, Liddell said. ), 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 dental schoolsAccreditedby the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation: Applicant must successfully complete the required examinations: 1. By, Proposal To Fill Dental Hole Draws Debate, Dental Student Loan Repayment Program Signed Into Law, Red tide getting worse along Gulf beaches, Port Tampa Bay is seeing an increase in both cargo trade and cruise passengers, SpaceX, NASA try once again to launch a multinational crew from the Kennedy Space Center, Eli Lilly cuts the price of insulin, capping drug at $35 per month out-of-pocket, Look up! (MPN -:!4hT%JLHFrB0CBhLXvFI= ! "*55`T&}P 5v".R{ntZ The Board of Dentistry has created guidelines for specific offenses to be cleared in the board office; however, staff cannot make determinations in advance as laws and rules do change over time. Jurisdictions not accepting the ADEX Dental Examination for initial licensure are depicted in grey and include Delaware and New York. If the records are not available, you must have a letter on court letterhead sent from the clerk of the court attesting to their unavailability. If the records are not available, you must have a letter on court letterhead sent from the clerk of the court attesting to their unavailability. Proof of successful completion of the National Board Dental Examination (Part I and II) . Therefore, prior to registering for any exam,candidates should check with the appropriate state board to verify current licensing requirements. Florida law provides that an initial application must be reviewed within 30 days. tBlolrF//b^V60:iP&4T5e}SMAA2a8e`G!8(i}+fkv(,8l}Cw6X ;8.s`+$/!dI]q;VH2sz`}P,gQg{^"+=aQm*=)e=P^? Oll8l Pursuant to s. 456.024, F.S., a dentist must practice under the indirect supervision, as defined in s. 466.003, F.S., of a dentist licensed pursuant to chapter 466. 801-970 (relating to controlled substances) or 42 U.S.C. Examination registration began April 1, 2015 with the CDCA and associated fees are the same. Applicants who have ever been denied licensure, had disciplinary action taken against their license, or have action pending against their license to practice any health care related profession by a licensing authority are required to submit the following documentation to the board: Self-Explanation Applicants who have listed disciplinary action on the application must submit a letter in your own words describing the circumstances of the action. V-`8]M/{gSBjWlR>AUQpapZ )R0t4) n%{m#7eawR>56" ] :r"P &$1Vtjz5:7|O.xh~5SR8eI D %h2il?xK.\Hu&cbx*Qk {Cg-\ Please be sure to click each state for specific guidance regarding limitations and additional details. Five members are licensed opticians and two members are laypersons. Click on Chapter or Section Number to View, Chapter 456:Health Professions and Occupations: General Provisions Chapter 466:Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, and Dental Laboratories. While requirements vary from state to state, all applicants for dental licensure must meet three basic requirements: Prospective dentists must graduate from a dental education program . After my rigorous journey, here are my five tips for obtaining an out-of-state dental license. Florida law provides that an initial application must be reviewed within 30 days. www.dentistryiq.com is using a security service for protection against online attacks. PublishedFebruary 6, 2020 at 12:00 AM EST. 11 0 obj Despite the expiration of their term, Board members continue to serve until they have been replaced. Click here to access the pamphlet for Information on Nonopioid Alternatives for the Treatment of Pain, Click here for the new requirements requiring prescribers to generate and transmit all prescriptions electronically. For many dental hygienists, this is one of 3-5 board exams they must pass to obtain their licensure. : Scores from ADEX Dental Licensing examinations administered in Florida are valid for 365 days after the date the official examination results are published. The requirements for licensure by examination are as follows and can be found in Section 466.006, F.S. How distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine exposes inequities in Floridas health care system. Email: info@floridasdentistry.gov . You will receive a letter in the mail with instructions for paying your prorated initial renewal (activation) fee online. The state board of dentistry (also known as board of dental examiners) is an agency of state government created by the state legislature. Certification of licensure from each state in which applicant currently holds or has held a dental or dental hygiene license. Licensees are required to renew their licenses biennially in order to maintain the right to practice. 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. 2.a. View the examinations, credentials, and CE requirements for each state/territory. endobj <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 20 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 14 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 1>> Voluntary Recall Alert for Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse Due to Microbial Contamination. from said school; or Submits proof of having successfully completed at least 2 consecutive academic years at a full-time supplemental general dentistry program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation. Dental Hygienist Licensure. Change.org Uh oh. If the records are not available, you must have a letter on court letterhead sent from the clerk of the court attesting to their unavailability. Dental Hygienists in the Best-Paying States Alaska ($115,050), California ($109,970), Washington ($95,450), the District of Columbia ($94,650), and Nevada ($89,360) are the states and districts that pay Dental Hygienists the highest mean wage. The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan Released for Fiscal Year 2020-21 floridasdentistry.gov/latest-, The Fourth Quarter Performance Report for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year has been published. The physicians statement should include all DSM IIIR/ DSM IV, Axis I, II, and III diagnoses. Is at least 18 years of age 2. To learn more about the licensure process, select the type of license you wish to apply for from the list of professions below. Please click here for more information. RequirementsApply Online Application (PDF), Requirements Apply Online Application (PDF), RequirementsApply Online Returning Login. Below is the average number of days we are currently processing at. We don't need 35% of our workforce in the Miami-Dade area when you know, there's a dentist on every street corner. These maps are for illustrative purposes of theADEX Dental and Dental Hygiene Examinationonly and are updated with the intention of providing the most accurate information available. Practices only in the employ of public agencies or non-profit agencies or institutions which meet the requirements of Section 501(c)(3), F.S., of the Internal Revenue Code, are permitted under Rule 64B5-7.006, F.A.C., and which provide professional liability coverage for acts or omissions of the limited licensee. <> Florida Statutes. Any transcript, which does not conform to these standards, shall be deemed unofficial and unacceptable, Certification of licensure from each state in which applicant currently holds or has held a dental or dental hygiene license. endobj The national board scores must be mailed to our office directly from the American Dental Association. www.dentistryiq.com is using a security service for protection against online attacks. We will not accept any transcript that has issued to student stamped on the transcript. 5 0 obj 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. The fee can be used for one year from date of receipt. *The Florida Department of Health has contracted with The Commission on Dental Competency Assessments (CDCA) to provide the Laws and Rules examination. Definitions and explanations of licensure pathways and abbreviations (e.g., ADEX, CIF exams, PGY1, OSCE) used on the map can be found on the Licensure for Dental Students page. The purpose of this newsletter is to keep the dentistry community in Florida abreast of important updates. As an alternative to the requirements of subparagraph 1., an applicant may submit scores from an American Dental Licensing Examination previously administered in a jurisdiction other than this state after October 1, 2011, and such examination results shall be . The Third Quarter Performance Report for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year has been published. We have the workforce to address the needs of Floridians. Include a description of all treatments and diagnoses you have received for any condition(s)/impairment(s) you are/have been treated for. Senate Bill (SB) 5606, passed during the 2015 legislative session, amended the law relating to dental hygienists and is effective July 24, 2015. #4. The mailing address for supporting documentation relating to the licensure application is: Online payment, certified check or money order should be made payable to theFlorida Department of Health. The state dental board is the appropriate agency to contact for the most current and up-to-date information. Likewise, we are often the ones to first identify decay or other dental disease and bring these conditions to the attention of our dentists. 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. Each application is reviewed on its own merits. Ten states and two licensing jurisdictions, however, do not utilize these regional boards (California, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Virgin Islands, Nevada, North Carolina, Indiana, Delaware, and Louisiana), choosing instead to administer their own clinical testing. The practice of these professions is a privilege granted by the State. 2021-2022 Annual Report and Long-Range Plan Released, Newly Licensed Florida Practitioners Search Tool, NTSB Study on Drug Use Trends in Aviation, Florida Board of Dentistry's Summer Newsletter, Governor DeSantis declares State of Emergency for Subtropical Storm Nicole, Governor DeSantis declares State of Emergency for Hurricane Ian. They would have more training than a dental hygienist, but less training than a dentist. Has been convicted of, or entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to, regardless of adjudication, a felony under Chapter 409, F.S., (relating to social and economic assistance), Chapter 817, F.S., (relating to fraudulent practices), Chapter 893, F.S., (relating to drug abuse prevention and control) or a similar felony offense(s) in another state or jurisdiction unless the candidate or applicant has successfully completed a drug court program for that felony and provides proof that the plea has been withdrawn or the charges have been dismissed. As a foreign trained DDS, i decided back in 2006 to pursue hygiene in FL. TheBoardofDentistryis responsible for licensure, monitoring and ensuring the safe practice of dentists and dental hygienists in their service to the people of Florida. ), 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: An applicant for the health access dental license must successfully complete the following examinations: *The Florida Department of Health has contracted with The Commission on Dental Competency Assessments (CDCA) to provide the Laws and Rules examination.Examination registration began April 1, 2015 with the CDCA and associated fees are the same.Please visit http://www.cdcaexams.org to register for examination and view candidate manuals. All initial licenses expire February 28 of the following even number year. uuTDbAA1POX!-%9p7|u%JOfN`bV}H.`}S;!`Giuiu Final Dispositions/Arrest Records Final disposition records for offenses can be obtained at the clerk of the court in the arresting jurisdiction. -Full-time practice as a faculty member employed by a dental or dental hygiene school approved by the board or accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.-Full-time practice as a student at a postgraduate dental education program approved by the board or accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation. 2 0 obj The Board plays a leading role in the ever-changing health care environment through dialogue with the public, the legislature, academia, and the community. The applicant must submit a completed APPLICATION FOR CREDENTIALS REVIEW FOR GRADUATES FROM NON-ACCREDITED DENTAL COLLEGES OR SCHOOLS. 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