Can Canadian dental assistant college take the NDEB exam?

Application requirements for dentists, dental assistants, and dental hygienists in Canada

2020-09-07

Author: Liu Lina

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Introduction: In Canada, dentistry occupies a position among the high-paying professions, but unfortunately, the dentistry (Doctor of Dental Medicine) major has very high requirements for student backgrounds and does not recruit international students. So what are your options if you want to pursue a career in dentistry? Today, Teacher Liu is going to introduce everyone to the dental hygiene major. The admission threshold is relatively low, and the employment salary is also very impressive!

In Canada, dental-related jobs require a strict registration process before you can hold a certificate. Regarding this industry, let me first list the following common questions for you.

Q: What are the differences between the jobs of a dentist, a dental assistant, and a dental hygienist?

A: Dentist is mainly engaged in professional dental treatment, such as tooth extraction, root canal treatment, tooth decay treatment, dental surgery, etc.;

Dental Assistant is a dentist An assistant whose main responsibilities are to collect and organize patient information, maintain and manage medical equipment, arrange dental treatment, prepare surgical medical equipment, etc.;

The work of a dental hygienist includes teeth cleaning and routine oral examinations , oral X-rays, evaluation of dental diseases, and dissemination of professional knowledge to patients on correct tooth protection, etc.

Q: What type of profession is dental health care? What is the general number of years?

A: Some colleges in Canada offer the Dental Hygiene major, usually a 4-year undergraduate degree or a 3-year advanced diploma.

Q: High school graduates can apply for the Dental Hygiene major ?

A: Yes, you can apply after graduating from high school. Generally, there are requirements for high school science courses

Q: Can international students apply for the dental assistant major?

A: Some colleges in Canada can recruit international students for dental assistant, but the dental assistant major is usually a Certificate.

Q: If I graduate from a dental undergraduate program in China, can I become a dentist in Canada?

A: Yes, but you still need to enroll in 2 years of related courses. After graduation, you need to take the assessment and exam of the National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB). Only after passing the certificate can you start work.

Q: What is the salary of a dental hygienist?

A: The average hourly wage is 37.23 Canadian dollars per hour, which will gradually increase according to the working years. There are bonuses and commissions every year, and the annual income is about 57,794 Canadian dollars to 100,507 Canadian dollars.

Q: Can I work in any province in Canada after graduating from the dental health major?

A: After graduating from the dental hygiene major, you need to pass the National Dental Hygiene Examination (NDHCE) and register as a dental hygienist. Different provinces in Canada have different registration requirements and registration websites. After students pass the exam, Register according to the requirements of the province you want to go to and obtain a certificate from that province.

Next, I will introduce to you the application process for registered dental hygienists in Canada.

1. Students must graduate from a Dental Hygiene major certified by the Dental Accreditation Council of Canada (CDAC) and be a full-time major for more than 2 years

2. After graduation, they can apply for the National Dental Clinic Hygiene Examination (NDHCE)

3. After passing the exam, you need to go to the official website of the dental hygienist college in the province where you want to work in the future to register as required. After successful registration, you can become a Canadian certified dental hygienist.

Take Ontario, Canada as an example. After students graduate from the Dental Hygiene major and pass the National Dental Hygiene Examination (NDHCE), according to the requirements of Ontario, students also need to pass the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO). The Canadian Professional Examination in Dental Hygiene (CPEDH) is required to register as a qualified dental hygienist.