How to Become a Dental Hygienist in North Dakota - ND

By an allied health world contributing writer
Published: January 10th, 2010

Pursuing a career in the dental field is a wise move these days, especially dental support roles such as dental hygienists. This field is expected to grow by almost 30% by 2016, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. North Dakota is home to around 550 dental hygienists.

How to Become a Dental Hygienist in North Dakota

Research dental hygiene school prerequisites and take preparatory classes. High school classes in anatomy and mathematics will prove helpful.
Apply to an accredited dental hygiene school or program in North Dakota. Currently there is only one North Dakota dental hygienist program. It can be completed in two years and includes an eight week summer session between the first and second year.
Complete a CPR certification course.
Graduate from approved dental hygiene program in North Dakota.
Pass the national board dental hygiene exam, a regional clinical exam, and a North Dakota state written exam.
Apply for a dental hygienist license with the North Dakota State Board of Dental Examiners. The application must be received in the board office 30 days prior to the next board meeting. Board meeting dates can be located on their website www.nddentalboard.org. This website will also give a complete list of everything that is required with your application, including background check and fingerprinting information. You will now be considered a registered dental hygienist in North Dakota.
Search for an entry-level job as a dental hygienist.
Keep current with all continuing education requirements and certifications set by the North Dakota State Board of Dental Examiners.

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