This section is for Non-Practicing members on the Non-Regulated Members Register applying to transfer to the General Registration category of the Regulated Members Register.
The applicant for transfer must provide:
- Evidence of meeting the CRDHA Continuing Competence Program requirements:
- 600 hours of practice as a dental hygienist within the 3 years immediately preceding the date the Registrar receives a complete application for transfer, by employer verification, including currency in practice of any advanced practice credentials; and
- 45 continuing education (CE) program credits as a dental hygienist within the 3 years immediately preceding the date the Registrar receives a complete application for transfer. Prior continuing competence records will be reviewed to determine the 45-credit requirement has been met. Additional relevant information regarding completed professional development activities may be submitted by the applicant using the attachment provided.
If an applicant for transfer cannot provide the evidence required for the above, evidence of successful completion of a Council-approved dental hygiene refresher education course, completed no longer than twelve months prior to application for transfer, will be accepted.
Read the full policy to ensure you have met and understand all requirements before applying to transfer.
Download your application package here: Transfers from Non-Regulated Members Register to Regulated Members Application Package
Ensure that you:
- Read the Transfer Information and Policy
- Complete the Application Package in full
- Double check the Application Checklist to ensure you have included all required documentation
Mail your complete application package to:
College of Registered Dental Hygienists of Alberta
Suite 302-8657 51 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB, T6E 6A8
Any documents that need to be sent directly to the CRDHA by other organizations should also be sent to the above address.
If you have questions about the application process, contact our office:
Phone: 780-465-1756 Toll-free:1-833-740-1099 Email: registration@crdha.ca
