How to become a dental hygienist in BC
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) · British Columbia
Clean teeth and check mouths for problems. You need a two-year dental hygiene diploma, a national exam and registration.
THE ROUTE
The route at a glance
1-Year University Science Prerequisites
Complete 30 university prerequisite credits
CDAC-Accredited Dental Hygiene Diploma (VCC / Camosun)
Graduate from 2-year Dental Hygiene diploma
National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination (NDHCB)
Pass national NDHCB certification exam
BCCOHP Provincial Registration & Local Anaesthesia
Pass BCCOHP jurisprudence & apply for licence
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Employment
Receive BCCOHP registration & practice
1-Year University Science Prerequisites
Complete 30 university prerequisite credits
CDAC-Accredited Dental Hygiene Diploma (VCC / Camosun)
Graduate from 2-year Dental Hygiene diploma
National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination (NDHCB)
Pass national NDHCB certification exam
BCCOHP Provincial Registration & Local Anaesthesia
Pass BCCOHP jurisprudence & apply for licence
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Employment
Receive BCCOHP registration & practice
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Work takes place in private dental practices, community oral health clinics, and long-term care facilities.
Be mindful of oral fluids, aerosolized pathogens, and eye strain requiring ppe and magnification loupes and follow all required safety procedures.
Under BC regulations, open and operate an independent dental hygiene clinic providing mobile or clinic-based care.
Teach in university dental hygiene diploma and bachelor degree programs.
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