Pathway To Canada For Pakistani Dental Assistant
It’s possible for a Pakistani Dental Assistant to be eligible for a license in Alberta, but there are specific requirements and steps involved, especially if your education is from a non-accredited program by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC).
Here’s a breakdown based on the information available:
Eligibility for Licensing in Alberta (for Non-Accredited Education)Since your education is likely from Pakistan (a non-CDAC accredited country), you’ll generally need to meet the following:
Credential Assessment: You will need to have your educational credentials assessed by a recognized service like:
International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)
World Education Services – Canada (WES)
International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES) This assessment determines the Canadian equivalency of your Pakistani dental assisting program.
National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) Certificate:
This is a crucial step for all dental assistants in Canada (except Quebec). To obtain this, you’ll generally need to:
Pass the NDAEB Written Exam: This is a national examination.
Pass the NDAEB Clinical Practice Evaluation (CPE): This evaluates your practical skills. Alternatively, you might be able to complete intra-oral upgrading at an accredited Canadian dental assisting school.
Registration with the College of Alberta Dental Assistants (CADA): Once you have your NDAEB Certificate, you can apply for registration and a practice permit with CADA.
Provisional Registration in Alberta (Step-by-Step Guide)
Provisional registration allows you to practice under supervision while you work towards completing all the full registration requirements. This is particularly relevant if you still need to complete the NDAEB Written Exam or Clinical Practice Evaluation.
Supervision: Provisional Practice Permits require you to practice under the direct supervision of a Registered Dental Assistant, dentist, dental hygienist, denturist, or other approved person. Supervision means they must be on-site and able to assist.
Time Limit: A Provisional Practice Permit is typically valid for up to 365 days. You must complete your remaining registration requirements within this timeframe to obtain full registration.
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