Information for Graduates of Non-accredited Programs
graduates of Non-accredited dental programs
As of January 1, 2011, in order to obtain certification as a general dentist in Canada, graduates of non-accredited dental programs will be required to:
- Successfully complete a Qualifying or Degree Completion Program at an accredited Canadian university,
OR
successfully complete the Equivalency Process offered by the National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB).
- Successfully complete the NDEB Written and OSCE examinations.
For further information regarding the Equivalency Process please visit the NDEB website at www.ndeb.ca, or email director@ndeb.ca.
Graduates of Non-accredited speicalty programs
The Association of Canadian Faculties of Dentistry (ACFD/AFDC) facilitates graduates of non-accredited dental specialty programs in becoming licensed practitioners in Canada by providing the Dental Specialty Core Knowledge Examination (DSCKE). The DSCKE is used to facilitate the admission process for entry into Dental Specialty Assessment and Training Programs (DSATP) offered by some Canadian Faculties of Dentistry.
If you have questions regarding the DSCKE please contact the ACFD office at 613-237-6505 or via e-mail at director@acfd.ca.
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