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Department of State: Division of Professional Regulation: Board of Dental Examiners

Volunteer License for Dentists/Dental Hygienists


Who May Receive a Volunteer License

A Volunteer license may be issued to a person who

  • Holds (or held) a Delaware Dentist or Dental Hygienist license
  • Volunteers time in either a nonprofit dental clinic or a nonprofit dental service, and
  • Certifies that he or she will work without compensation for professional services.

The Delaware Health Care Commission will designate and the Delaware Board of Dental Examiners will approve nonprofit dental clinics or dental services.

Applying for Volunteer License

Submit:

  • Completed, signed and notarized Volunteer License Application
  • Copy of current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification card
  • Letter of reference attesting to your good moral character and reputation
  • If you have a criminal record, copy of your criminal history record from the State Bureau of Identification at (302) 739-2528

Note: Although no fee is charged for processing an application, all costs associated with obtaining licensure are the applicant’s responsibility.

Requirements of Licensees

All Volunteer licensees must meet the continuing education requirements set forth in Section 6.0 of the Board’s Rules and Regulations.

All Volunteer licensees must adhere to all standards of practice and supervision as outlined in the Board’s Rules and Regulations.

Persons who hold only a Volunteer license are not permitted to practice dentistry/dental hygiene outside of the nonprofit dental clinic or service.


Last Updated: Thursday, 14-Feb-2008 11:17:13 EST
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