FAQ

This course is for both the RDA and EF I, who wish to expand their licensure to perform all duties of a RDAEF II to include:

• Conduct preliminary evaluation of the patient’s oral health, including, but not limited to, charting, intraoral and extra-oral evaluation of soft tissue, classifying occlusion, and myofunctional evaluation.

• Perform oral health assessments in school-based, community health project settings under the direction of a dentist, registered dental hygienist, or registered dental hygienist in alternative practice.

• Cord retraction of gingiva for impression procedures.

• Size and fit endodontic master points and accessory points.

• Cement endodontic master points and accessory points.

• Take final impressions for permanent indirect restorations.

• Take final impressions for tooth-borne removable prosthesis.

• Polish and contour existing amalgam restorations.

• Place, contour, finish, and adjust all direct restorations.

• Adjust and cement permanent indirect restorations.

• Other procedures authorized by regulations adopted by the board.

• All procedures required to be performed under direct supervision shall be checked and approved by the supervising licensed dentist prior to the patient’s dismissal from the office.

You must have a current RDA license with your sealant certification or be an EF I, and provide proof of malpractice insurance, which can be provided by your employer or it can be obtained through the ADAA with your membership.

CCDA courses are on weekends (Saturday and Sunday), 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. We will provide both the didactic and hands - on portion of your course during these times. Dates to be determined by the Dental Board of California’s exam schedule for RDAEF’s.

Yes, you will need a participating dentist. You will need 5 posterior crowns prepped by a participating dentist during this course and they will need to be available to place local anesthesia for your patients. You will also need a supervising dentist to attend the state board examination to anesthetize your patient for cord retraction and final impression.

You will be required to perform expanded function duties under the direct supervision of a participating dentist and provide completed course work to your instructors for evaluation.

Unfortunately, the federal government does not provide grants for certificate programs. CCDA does not currently offer student loans, we do however offer several payment options.
Additional options:
- Dentist/employer
- Personal loan from your local credit union or bank
- Credit card(s) to assist in your payment plan

Though CCDA provides many of the required supplies needed for this course, students will be responsible to bring additional items. A list of additional instruments and supplies you will be required to bring for each module will be given to you at the time of acceptance into the program. If you need to purchase additional instrumentation, CCDA can assist you by helping you purchase them at cost through our vendors.

• Adult and pediatric typodonts

• Prep teeth

• Curing lights

• Typodont poles

• Ergonomically friendly patient simulators

• Study guide, book and additional learning materials

• Most of your disposables, such as: Suctions, Gauze, Cotton rolls, Patient bibs, and much more...

• All restorative materials

• Amalgam

• Composites

• Etching and Bonding agents

• Base and liner materials

• Glass Ionomer

• Endodontic supplies

• Impression materials

• Cementation materials for crown and bridge

• Exclusive student discount on exceptional loupes with an available nine-month payment plan through Orascoptic. Payment plans are interest free, no credit check needed.

Loupes are not mandatory, however highly recommended. We will have a representative from Orascoptic available to discuss your individual needs and purchasing options. However; you may research additional vendors. Having loupes can greatly affect the outcome and quality of your restorations.

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Amanda Saling, RDAEF II
Mashell Hannah, RDAEF II