Washington State Credentialing Requirements Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (Chapter 18.260 RCW) Type of Credential: License
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Credentialing Requirements
Verification Documents Obtained
Successful completion of licensure requirements as stated in WAC 246-817195 (3) • Completion of a dental assisting education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA); or • Obtain the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certified assistant credential; or • A Washington limited license to practice dental hygiene
Documentation will depend on the pathway used for licensure.
Successful completion of an expanded function dental auxiliary education program approved by the commission
Certification of completion from an approved program. Approved programs are listed at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/ hsqa/Professions/Dental/schoollist.htm
Successfully passing the written and clinical examination in restorations approved by the commission
Applicants must apply directly to DANB and WREB to take the examination. Applicants will receive an eligibility letter to take the examination from the department after an application is received and approved.
State licensure verification
Applicant lists all states where credentials are or were held, including where applicant has applied but a credential was not granted. The jurisdiction must send a verification directly to the department.
Statement about: • physical and mental health status • lack of impairment due to chemical dependency/substance abuse • history of loss of license, certification or registration • felony convictions • loss or limitations of privileges • disciplinary actions • professional liability claims history
Applicant must answer personal data questions. An appropriate explanation and required documentation must be sent with positive answers. If there is a positive answer to the professional liability claims history question, the applicant must send an explanation of the nature of the case, data and summary of care given, copies of the original complaint, and the settlement or final disposition. If pending, applicant must indicate status.
Rev 7/2009
• Official school transcripts from a CODA accredited school. • Verification of DANB certification. • An active limited dental hygiene license.
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