Clinical Practice Evaluation Application Instructions

Clinical Practice Evaluation Application Procedures Persons educated in countries other than Canada, including the United States of America, are required to complete a mandatory two part NDAEB certificate process to include successful completion of the written examination, followed by successful completion of a Clinical Practice Evaluation (CPE). Education at a NDAEB recognized Canadian institution is an acceptable alternative to the CPE. Additional information is provided below. Several provinces require graduates of Canadian non-accredited programs to successfully complete the Clinical Practice Evaluation prior to licensure/registration/certification. You are advised to contact the Canadian Dental Assisting Regulatory Authority (CDARA) to confirm the requirement for the NDAEB certificate or education upgrading before applying to the NDAEB. The CPE consists of the evaluation of nine intra-oral skills performed on manikins, including: Skill 1: Exposes digital radiographic images Skill 6: Applies and removes matrix band and wedge Skill 2: Obtains impressions for study casts Skill 7: Applies anti-cariogenic topical fluoride gel Skill 3: Applies and removes dental dam Skill 8: Applies pit and fissure sealant Skill 4: Selective coronal polishing Skill 9: Applies topical anesthetic Skill 5: Applies treatment liner The CPE will be scheduled at various sites in Canada. Exact details regarding locations and session dates/times will be provided upon registration. Registered candidates will receive an email from the NDAEB directing them to the candidate portal where they can access their CPEdocuments (https://candidates.ndaeb.ca). Please be aware, the CPECandidateHandbook is only available on the NDAEB website under Clinical Evaluation (CPE) and in the Document Library. Note: candidates must apply for all skills required to complete the CPE. Candidates may not apply for partial CPE unless applying for reevaluation of individual skills or if proof of partial education in lieu is submitted with the application. • The fee for the full CPE (9 skills) or 5-8 skills is $1,785.00 (CAD only) [$1,685.00 + $100.00 non-refundable application fee] • The fee for individual skills (retake or initial evaluation) is $365.00 (CAD only) per skill + $100.00 (CAD only) non-refundable application fee Applicants may NOT apply for the CPE before receiving their written exam results. Continuing Education Programs Candidates may choose to voluntarily attend a continuing education program in lieu of the CPE. Such programs must include all nine (9) intra-oral skills evaluated on the CPE. Candidates choosing voluntary education are advised to attend a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation for labour mobility purposes as most CDARA will require graduates of Canadian non-accredited programs to successfully complete the CPE before being licensed/registered. Pleasevisit ourwebsite: www.ndaeb.ca for a list of recognized schools and contact information for the Canadian Dental Assisting Regulatory Authorities. Return this application to the NDAEB with the information below if applicable:  In lieu of CPE, I ____________________________________________________, will voluntarily attend education at (print your name) _______________________________________ starting on: __________________________. (name of Canadian educational institution) (yyyy-mm-dd) 1 Once you have completed your program, please submit proof of completion (i.e., copy of diploma and transcripts) to the NDAEB office.

Clinical Practice Evaluation Application Form • 202 How to Apply for the CPE Submit a CPE application form online, with a passport like photo and full payment (made payable by credit card, in Canada funds) to be received by the NDAEB no later than 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on the application deadline date. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be processed and will be returned to the applicant. Candidates are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible to ensure timely registration. Spots are limited so register early! Registration for the CPE is on a first come first served basis. Registrations received by the NDAEB will be time stamped. Site maximums are in effect. Once the maximum number of registrants is received, all others may be placed on a waiting list or returned. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be processed and will be returned to the applicant. Non-refundable fees will apply. NDAEB does not accept applications by fax machine or email. Note: • Applicants must have successfully completed the NDAEB written examination or hold the NDAEB Certificate prior to being eligible to apply for the CPE. • Candidates must apply for all skills required to complete the CPE. Candidates may not apply for partial CPE unless applying for reevaluation of individual skills or if proof of partial education in lieu of CPE is submitted with the application. Candidates enrolled in education upgrading at the time of registration, must show proof that their course/program will be completed prior to the date of their clinical evaluation. If education is not completed prior to a candidate's registered CPE, they will not be eligible and will automatically be withdrawn. Note: Due to the high demand for the CPE, candidates are not permitted to register for CPE in order to hold a place while awaiting confirmation to attend formal education upgrading (in lieu of the skills registered for CPE). Withdrawing from the CPE as a result of completing education upgrading in lieu of registered CPE skills, will result in withdrawal fees of at least 50 % of CPE fees paid. Testing Accommodations Requests for testing accommodations (form available on our website in the Document Library) must be received with applications by the NDAEB no later than 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on the application deadline date. Written verification of the circumstances requiring accommodation, eg. special needs, medical conditions or alternate date for religious reasons, must be supported by reports, or other documentary evidence, signed by a medical practitioner, clinical psychologist or religious leader. The NDAEB reserves the right to determine what conditions/situations constitute a valid request for testing accommodations. Candidates should note that dependent on the availability of clinics in various locations in Canada, requests for special sitting dates due to religious reasons may not be possible at every sitting date. Note: • Prayer Times will be observed. Candidates must submit the form “Request for Testing Accommodations” stating the time(s) required for prayer and the duration to facilitate scheduling by NDAEB staff. • Candidates previously approved for testing accommodations with the written examination and/or CPE session, must submit a new ‘Request for Testing Accommodations Form’ with each application should they wish to have accommodations arranged. Evaluation Date and Confirmation The NDAEB schedules CPE sessions quarterly. Exact dates may vary at sites across Canada. Visit the NDAEB website www.ndaeb.ca. for details regarding dates, times and locations. Candidates will receive an email 2-3 weeks before their scheduled CPE session directing them to the candidate portal where they can access their Admission Letter. The Admission Letter will confirm their scheduled evaluation date, time and place to report. To be allowed entry to the clinic, candidates must present their Admission Letter in printed format or on their smart phone screen, along with Government issued photo ID. 2 Clinical Practice Evaluation Application Procedures • 2024

Clinical Practice Evaluation Application Form • 202 Note: • Due to scheduling purposes, candidates will not be permitted to change their selected evaluation site after the application deadline date. • Candidates are not permitted to choose their evaluation day (Saturday or Sunday). Requests for alternate days must be made by submitting a Requests for Accommodations Form with your CPE application. All requests must be received prior to the application deadline and must be approved by the NDAEB office. Candidates must be aware that due to high demand and clinic availability, evaluations are usually scheduled on weekends, including Saturday and Sunday. Session dates may also include the preceding Friday or Monday following the scheduled weekend. Please note: candidates are scheduled for one day only, and do not get to select which day their CPE session is scheduled. Candidates must also be aware that due to reasons beyond the NDAEB’s control, evaluation dates at specific sites and/or dates may change after the application deadline. In such cases, the NDAEB will advise candidates as soon as possible. While scheduling changes rarely occur, candidates should plan accordingly. Contact the NDAEB or visit the website www.ndaeb.ca for details. Important: CPE schedules are subject to change. Candidates are responsible to fully read all email correspondence and documentation posted to the Candidate Portal. Failure to do so may result in a missed session and all fees will be assessed. Clinical Practice Evaluation Application Procedures • 2024 3

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