Registered Dental Assisting (RDA) Licensures
College of Marin Registered Dental Assisting (RDA) program prepares students for the State recognized RDA Certification awarded by the Dental Board of California and for the National Certified Dental Assisting Certification (CDA) exam. These certifications help validate the knowledge and skills obtained through the Registered Dental Assisting program for employment in Dental Assisting.
After graduation, students must apply to take an exam. Once approved, students can choose their proctored testing site. The exams are administered outside of College of Marin.
The application fee for the RDA exam is $120. Please refer to the link below for all necessary requirements to apply.
Passing the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) exam is a milestone achievement. Learn about the exam requirements, how to apply, how to prepare, and what to expect on exam day. The cost to apply for this exam is $450. Please refer to the resources below to find the candidate exam packet and handbook.
Types of Permits
- State and Industry Recognized Certification
- National Certification
Requirements
Resources
- RDA Examination and Licensure Requirements
- Dental Board of California
- Dental Assisting National Board — Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Exam
- 2023 CDA Application Packet
- 2023 DANB Candidate Handbook
Contact
Angela Olmanson
Health Sciences Program Administrator
[email protected]
(415) 457-8811 x8200
COM Program
For comprehensive information such as applications, prerequisites, and program pathways for the Registered Dental Assisting program or other health sciences programs at College of Marin, visit COM Academic programs website.