Assessment of Clinical Judgement (ACJ)

This examination evaluates diagnostic and clinical decision- making skills, oral radiology knowledge, and radiographic interpretation abilities. The ACJ is a 5.5-hour electronic examination at Prometric test centers.Format: 120-150 single-answer and multi-answer multiple-choice questions.Sections: Case-based diagnosis, treatment planning, clinical decision-making, and radiographic interpretation.Scoring: A pass requires a test equated, re-scaled score of 75 or greater.Retakes: Up to three attempts are allowed.

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NDECC- National Dental Examining Competency Committee

In 2022, the National Dental Examining Competency Committee (NDECC) replaced the ACS, focusing on assessing clinical competence in dentists from non-accredited programs. With a new Test Centre in Ottawa, ON, sessions are offered multiple times weekly for accessibility. Candidates benefit from the flexibility of unlimited attempts within a 60-month period. The NDECC comprises two components: Clinical Skills, evaluating skills aligned with Canadian standards, and Situational Judgement, assessing problem-solving abilities in work contexts. This streamlined approach ensures a robust evaluation of dentists' capabilities against Canadian dental standards.

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NDEB Certification

NDEB certification is granted upon successful completion of the Written Examination and the OSCE or as of January 2023 the Virtual OSCE, and after proof of graduation is provided to the NDEB. When you are certified your name will be entered in the national register and you will be mailed a hard copy certificate. NDEB certification does not expire.

Provincial Licensure

To be licensed to practice as a dentist in Canada, you must communicate with the Dental Regulatory Authority (DRA) of the province you wish to practise in for information on their licensure requirements.DRAs may require additional documentation, jurisprudence tests, and evidence of language proficiency prior to licensure.