SECTION 195:10-3-3. Contents of examination

  The examination for a certificate of ability to practice dental hygiene in Oklahoma will consist of:

(1)   Theoretical examination.

(A)   A written theoretical examination which will usually consist of questions on the subjects of:

(i)   General Anatomy,

(ii)   Dental Anatomy,

(iii)   Physiology,

(iv)   Histology,

(v)   Pathology,

(vi)   Radiology,

(vii)   Chemistry,

(viii)   Nutrition,

(ix)   Microbiology,

(x)   Pharmacology,

(xi)   Dental Materials,

(xii)   Preventive Dentistry

(xii)   Local Anesthesia, and

(xiv)   Community Dental Health, as applied to the functions a dental hygienist may carry out in practice.

(B)   A passing score will be required to be obtained on the theoretical examination or applicant will not be granted a Certificate of Ability to practice Dental Hygiene in Oklahoma.

(C)   The Board may accept results of the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations in lieu of its theoretical examination.

(2)   Written examination on State Dental Act and Board's rules. A passing score as determined by the Board is required on a written examination on the State Dental Act of Oklahoma and Rules and Regulations promulgated by the Board.

(3)   Clinical examination.

(A)   Clinical examinations may be conducted by a national or regional testing agency recognized by the Board or at times and places determined appropriate by the Board and depending upon numbers of applications received.

(B)   A passing score must be obtained in the recognized clinical examination(s) to be eligible for a certificate of ability to practice dental hygiene.

[Source: Amended at 19 Ok Reg 2025, eff 7-1-02; Amended at 20 Ok Reg 2339, eff 7-11-03]