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[Help Center](https://knowledgebase.reliefbuddy.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [FAQ](https://knowledgebase.reliefbuddy.com/faq?hsLang=en) # What is the NDAEB and Why Is It Important? ## This FAQ explains what the NDAEB is, who needs it, where it’s required, and how you can obtain it. #### 📘 What is the NDAEB and Why Is It Important? If you're a dental professional in Canada, especially aspiring or practicing **Intra-Oral Dental Assistants**, understanding the **NDAEB** is essential. --- ### 🦷 What is the NDAEB? The **National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB)** is the official certifying body for dental assistants in Canada. It ensures that dental assistants across the country meet a consistent national standard of knowledge and clinical skills. The NDAEB offers: - A **written exam** that tests theoretical knowledge - A **Clinical Practice Evaluation (CPE)** in certain cases to assess hands-on skills Passing the NDAEB exam is a key step to becoming a **licensed intra-oral dental assistant** in many Canadian provinces. --- ### 👩‍⚕️ Who Needs the NDAEB Certificate? You **need the NDAEB certificate** if you are looking to work as an **Intra-Oral Dental Assistant** in Canada and perform **Level II intra-oral duties**, such as: - Polishing teeth - Taking dental radiographs (x-rays) - Applying sealants, topical anesthetics, and fluoride - Impressions and whitening procedures Most employers and provincial regulators **require** proof of NDAEB certification as part of the licensing or registration process. --- ### 📍 Which Provinces Require the NDAEB? The **NDAEB is required** in all provinces **except Quebec**. Here's a provincial breakdown: | Province/Territory | NDAEB Certificate Required? | | --- | --- | | Alberta | ✅ Yes | | British Columbia | ✅ Yes | | Manitoba | ✅ Yes | | New Brunswick | ✅ Yes | | Newfoundland & Labrador | ✅ Yes | | Nova Scotia | ✅ Yes | | Ontario | ✅ Yes | | Prince Edward Island | ✅ Yes | | Quebec | ❌ No\* | | Saskatchewan | ✅ Yes | | Territories (NWT, Nunavut, Yukon) | ✅ Yes |   > \*Note: Quebec has its own regulatory body and certification process for dental assistants. --- ### 🧭 How to Get Your NDAEB Certificate Here's how to become certified: #### 1. **Meet the Eligibility Requirements** You must be: - A graduate of a **CDAC-accredited Level II dental assisting program**, or - Have your education **assessed for equivalency** if trained outside Canada or in non-accredited programs #### 2. **Register for the Written Exam** - Visit [https://ndaeb.ca](https://ndaeb.ca) - Submit an application form and payment - Exams are held four times a year in various locations across Canada #### 3. **Pass the Written Exam** - The exam covers infection control, chairside assisting, dental materials, radiography, anatomy, and ethics - It is 4 hours long with 200 multiple-choice questions #### 4. **(If Required) Complete the Clinical Practice Evaluation (CPE)** - This applies to candidates who did **not graduate from a CDAC-accredited program** with Level II training --- ### 📄 Why It Matters for Relief Buddy Applicants If you’re applying for dental assistant shifts through Relief Buddy, especially **in Ontario, Alberta, or BC**, having the **NDAEB certificate is often required** to be matched with the highest number of opportunities. ✔️ It demonstrates your qualifications ✔️ It helps us place you faster with reputable clinics ✔️ It’s often required for insurance and patient safety compliance --- ### 🧩 Still Have Questions? 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