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Contact the state board directly for current policies on practice authorization while your application is pending.","title":"Await Board Processing","url":null}],"exam_registration_url":null,"faqs":[{"answer":"Yes, Delaware requires Dental Radiologic Technologist through the state board.","question":"Does Delaware require a dental assistant license?"},{"answer":"Yes, DANB CDA certification is recognized and often preferred by employers in Delaware.","question":"Is DANB certification recognized in Delaware?"},{"answer":"Yes, but a radiography permit or certification is required.","question":"Can I take dental x-rays in Delaware?"},{"answer":"State application fees are $250. Additional costs may include DANB CDA exam ($450), radiography certification, and background check fees.","question":"How much does it cost to become a dental assistant in Delaware?"}],"fee_payment_url":null,"fingerprint_delay_weeks":null,"fingerprint_fee":null,"fingerprint_method_in_state":null,"fingerprint_method_out_of_state":null,"fingerprint_required":true,"fingerprint_url":null,"fingerprint_vendor":null,"fingerprint_vendor_url":null,"initial_fee_amount":250.0,"initial_fee_breakdown":null,"last_updated":null,"last_verified":null,"license_duration":null,"licensing_pathway":null,"payload_url":null,"processing_time":"4 to 6 Weeks","profession":"Dental Assistant","provisional_info":null,"reciprocity_info":null,"renewal_cycle":"Every 2 years","renewal_fee_amount":null,"renewal_portal_url":null,"required_documents":[{"description":"Certificate from CODA-accredited program or documentation of on-the-job training hours.","name":"Proof of Training","url":null},{"description":"Official CDA certification from the Dental Assisting National Board, if applicable.","name":"DANB Certification","url":null},{"description":"Proof of radiography competency/certification required for taking x-rays.","name":"Radiography Certification","url":null},{"description":"through IdentoGO (IDEMIA)","name":"Fingerprint background check","url":null},{"description":"$250","name":"Application fee","url":null}],"slug":"delaware-da","state_name":"Delaware","state_slug":"delaware","statutes_url":null,"steps":[{"description":"Access the DELPROS portal at delpros.delaware.gov and register for a new user account. Follow the prompts to create your login credentials, verify your email address, and set up security questions.","title":"Register on DELPROS","url":null},{"description":"Log into your DELPROS account, select 'Apply for a License,' then choose the 'Board of Dental Examiners' and initiate the 'Dental Assistant' application.","title":"Start Your Application","url":null},{"description":"Fill out all required sections of the Dental Assistant application within DELPROS, including personal information, educational background (high school diploma/GED), and any relevant work history.","title":"Complete the Online Application","url":null},{"description":"Electronically upload all necessary documents, which must include proof of your high school diploma or GED and current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.","title":"Upload Supporting Documentation","url":null},{"description":"Submit the non-refundable application fee of $69 directly through the DELPROS portal using a credit or debit card.","title":"Pay the Application Fee","url":null},{"description":"Regularly log back into your DELPROS account to check the status of your application. Respond promptly to any requests for additional information or clarification from the Delaware Board of Dental Examiners.","title":"Monitor Application Status","url":null}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":null,"temp_license_fee":null,"temp_license_processing_time":null,"updated_at":"2026-04-11T20:10:44.038127+00:00","verify_license_url":null}