Eligibility & Registration Flashcards
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A foreign-trained dentist wishing to take the ADAT generally must demonstrate what?
Answer: A dental degree deemed equivalent to a CODA-accredited degree or enrollment in an accredited program
Foreign-trained applicants must meet the dental education equivalency or enrollment requirement.
When are ADAT scores released to the candidate?
Answer: After a scoring/processing period following the test date
Official ADAT scores are made available after a processing period rather than instantly.
How are ADAT scores typically sent to advanced dental education programs?
Answer: Electronically through the ADA to programs the candidate designates
The ADA transmits official scores electronically to designated programs.
What accommodation process exists for candidates with documented disabilities?
Answer: Requesting testing accommodations from the ADA with supporting documentation before scheduling
Candidates request approved accommodations in advance through the ADA with documentation.
If a candidate does not appear for a scheduled ADAT appointment without rescheduling, what typically happens?
Answer: They forfeit the fee and are marked as a no-show, requiring reapplication
A no-show generally results in forfeiture of fees and the need to reapply.
Which best describes the role of the DENTPIN in ADAT registration?
Answer: It links the candidate's testing records across ADA dental exams and applications
The DENTPIN is a persistent identifier tying together a candidate's dental testing records.
Before registering, candidates are advised to confirm which of the following?
Answer: That target programs actually accept or require ADAT scores
Since not all programs require the ADAT, candidates should verify program requirements first.