Alabama Dental Assistant License
Alabama Board of Dental Examiners
Total Fee
Contact board
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Not available
What You'll Need
- Proof of Training — Certificate from CODA-accredited program or documentation of on-the-job training hours.
- DANB Certification — Official CDA certification from the Dental Assisting National Board, if applicable.
- Radiography Certification — Proof of radiography competency/certification required for taking x-rays.
- Application fee — $75
How to Apply
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Total Fee
Contact board
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Contact the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners for current transfer requirements.
Steps
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Submit Your Application ▾Apply through the Board of Dental Examiners of Alabama. The application fee is $75.
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Provide License Verification ▾Alabama requires official verification of your active out-of-state license. This must be sent directly to the board from your current state board or its official online verification system before your file can be considered complete.
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Provide Proof of Training ▾Certificate from CODA-accredited program or documentation of on-the-job training hours.
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Provide DANB Certification ▾Official CDA certification from the Dental Assisting National Board, if applicable.
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Provide Radiography Certification ▾Proof of radiography competency/certification required for taking x-rays.
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Await Board Processing ▾Plan for a processing timeline of about 2 to 4 Weeks once your file is complete. If you need to start working immediately, most states do not offer temporary practice authorization during the endorsement process. Contact the state board directly for current policies on practice authorization while your application is pending.
Total Fee
$0
Renewal Cycle
Every 1 year
Compact
No
Board
Alabama Board of Dental Examiners
Keeping Your License Active
Alabama Dental Assistant licenses renew Every 1 year. Contact the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
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Slow Downs
Missing or incomplete documents
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Have all your documents ready before starting the application to avoid processing delays.
Application errors
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Double-check that your name matches across all documents exactly. Mismatches are a common reason for delays.
Alabama-specific note
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Alabama may require verification of specific expanded functions training, and documentation from out-of-state programs is often delayed.
Questions
Board Info
Alabama Board of Dental Examiners (no individual DA license)
Phone(205) 985-7267
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