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How to Become a Dental Hygienist in California - CA
By an allied health world contributing writerPublished: January 5th, 2010
California is an excellent state to pursue a career as a dental hygienist. There are plentiful job opportunities and according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, California is ranked the 3rd top state for pay in the dental hygienist profession, only behind Alaska and Washington. There are currently close to 20,000 registered dental hygienists in California, which comprises 0.124% of the overall state’s employment. The steps to become a dental hygienist in California include graduating from an approved program, sitting for a board exam, and earning a license.
How to Become a Dental Hygienist in California - CA
- Successfully complete an approved dental hygienist program. Most are typically two years in duration.
- Sit for the national and clinical board exams. Taking these exams typically takes a full day since they include a four-hour multiple choice section, practical section, and applied knowledge section.
- Complete and submit the application to take the California hygienist exams.
- Take the California state hygienist exams.
California Dental Hygiene Association
California Dental Hygienists’ Association – The objective of this organization is to promote preventative dental care, which in turn has many cost benefits to patients and insurance companies alike. The organization also seeks to enhance the science of dental hygiene.CDHA
130 Brand Blvd, Suite 301
Glendale, CA 91203
Phone: 818/500-8217
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