RDA Training and Credentialing Process 2

Question 1

Which organization offers the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential at the national level?

Accepted Answer

Dental Assisting National Board (DANB)

Answer

DANB is the nationally recognized credentialing body that administers the RDA and CDA exams for dental assistants.

Question 2

How many hours of continuing education does DANB typically require for RDA renewal each cycle?

Accepted Answer

10 hours

Answer

DANB requires 10 hours of continuing education per year to renew the RDA credential.

Question 3

A dental assistant completed an accredited program but has not yet passed the DANB exam. Which title may they legally use?

Accepted Answer

Dental Assistant

Answer

Until the credentialing exam is passed and the credential is granted, the individual may only use the undesignated title 'Dental Assistant.'

Question 4

Which pathway allows an experienced dental assistant without formal training to sit for the DANB RDA exam?

Accepted Answer

Work experience pathway

Answer

The work experience pathway allows candidates with sufficient on-the-job hours to qualify for the DANB exam without completing a formal program.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of the DANB Component Exam system for RDA candidates?

Accepted Answer

To allow candidates to pass individual exam sections separately

Answer

DANB's component exams (GC, ICE, RHS) let candidates test each section independently and combine them to earn the CDA credential.

(RDA) Registered Dental Assistant Practice Test