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Registered Dental Assistant Examination

Agency: Community Health


Michigan RDA Examination

The Michigan RDA examination consists of both a clinical and a written portion.

To take this examination and become registered in Michigan, an applicant must submit an application to the Department of Community Health, Bureau of Health Professions. You can download an application packet at this website or to request an application packet which will include examination information, email us at bhpinfo@michigan.gov or call (517) 335-0930 and leave a voice mail message.

To be eligible for the examination, the application, fee and required documentation must be received in the Application Section, Bureau of Health Professions, by the deadline date listed below. Please mail to:

MDCH, Bureau of Health Professions
PO Box 30670
Lansing, MI 48909

Also, an applicant must have graduated from a program for Registered Dental Assistants that has been approved by the board.

The Bureau of Health Professions will mail out an admission letter with complete information concerning the exam approximately 10 to 14 days before the exam. The applicant will receive information on the location and time of the exam along with a map and any additional information needed.

Results are reported approximately 6-8 weeks following the examination date.

Effective in March 2008, the RDA clinical exam will include testing on the following procedures: temporary crown and amalgam restoration. Please see the RDA Exam Brochure on this website for more information.  

RDA Exam Date Application Deadline
Friday, January 8, 2010 at
Baker College -- Auburn Hills Campus
Friday, December 11, 2009

Friday, May 14, 2010 at
Grand Rapids Community College

Friday, April 16, 2010
Friday, August 13, 2010 at
Delta College
Friday, July 16, 2010

 

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