| License Description | Applicants must:
1) Be at least 18 years old and of good moral character.
2) Be a U.S. citizen, or legally entitled to live and work in the U.S..
3) Have graduated from a dental hygiene school accredited by the ADA.
4) Pass the National Board of Dental Examiners dental hygiene examination with a score of at least 75%.
5) Pass a clinical examination (WREB or ADEX Dental Hygiene).
6) Pass the online Nevada jurisprudence examination.
Reciprocity: Nevada offers licensure by examination (WREB or ADEX Dental Hygiene).
*Notes: WREB = Western Regional Examining Board; ADEX = American Board of Dental Examiners; PBIS = Professional Background Information Service; CCBS = Complete Credentialing & Background Service.
Fees may be subject to change. Fees are: application packet - $25; initial license application by WREB or ADEX - $600; biennial license renewal--$300. |
| Licensing Agency | Board of Dental Examiners 6010 S. Rainbow Blvd. Ste A-1 Las Vegas , 89118 (702) 486 7044 |
| Active Status | Active |
| Active Military/Veterans | Expedited processing is available for military and spouses |
| Continuing Education | Continuing education required |
| Criminal Record | Any conviction prohibited |
| Education | Degree required |
| Exam | Both state and third-party exams required |
| Experience | Experience |
| License Type | Stand-alone license |
| License Updated | 01/14/2016 |