Dental Hygienist
- Exam
- State exam
- Education
- Degree
- Experience
- None
- Background check
- None
Description of Occupation: A Dental Hygienist, working under the general direction of a dentist, provides direct patient care by removing deposits and stains from patients' teeth, exposing and developing dental x-ray film, and performing various other preventative and therapeutic services. They also help people develop and maintain good oral health by instructing individuals and groups in proper oral hygiene.Requirements for Licensing: A person is eligible to take an examination for a license to practice as a dental hygienist in the CNMI who is: Of good moral character, is lawfully entitled to remain and work in the CNMI, is a graduate of a school or college program in dental nursing/hygiene, approved by the Board, and is physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of a dental hygienist.Examinations: Endorsement. Must submit a status report of license from National Practioner Data Bank. 1-800-767-6732.Application and Fees: $50.00Related Classification Codes: DOT 078.361-010 SOC 3630
Requirements reported by the state
- Licence type
- Stand-alone license
- Exam
- State exam required
- Education
- Degree required
- Certification
- No mention of certification
- Experience
- No experience
- Background check
- No criminal record requirements
Issuing body
- Department
- Medical Profession Licensing Board
- Division
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Address
- PO Box 409 CK Saipan, MP 96950
- Phone
- (670) 234-8950
- Last updated
- January 1, 2010
Occupations (O*NET)
- Dental Hygienist 29-1292.00
- Dental Hygienist 31-9091.00
Source and verification
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