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- Apply online
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Getting started
Online Application Instructions
Online application instructions are on our website.
Once you have completed the process, you will find your pending credential number on Provider Credential Search. Refer to this credential number any time you contact the Department of Health or submit paperwork.
- Apply on paper
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The following forms are required for completing the application process. Please download and print forms.
Dental anesthesia assistant
Fee Schedule
- See fee information below
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- Application - $100
- Renewal - $85
- Late renewal - $50
- Expired reactivation - $75
- Duplicate - $15
- Verification - $25
Fees submitted with applications for initial credentialing, examinations, renewal, and other fees associated with the licensing and regulation of the profession are non-refundable, per WAC 246-12-340.
Certification Requirements
- See certification requirements below
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Education and training
Applicants for dental anesthesia assistants must successfully complete a commission-approved training course provided by one of the following dental anesthesia assistant training programs:
- The Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Examination (DAANCE) through the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS);
- The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Assistants course provided by the California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (CALAOMS); or
- Completion of substantially equivalent education and training approved by the commission
- Resuscitation Group – Vancouver, WA – Approved June 1, 2018.
A certificate of completion or transcript is required.
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Applicants for dental anesthesia assistants must successfully complete training in intravenous access or phlebotomy, which includes:
- Eight hours of didactic training that includes:
- Intravenous access;
- Anatomy;
- Technique; and
- Risks and complications;
- A certificate of completion, letter, or transcript that provides a course description is required.
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- Hands-on experience starting and maintaining intravenous lines with at least 10 successful intravenous starts on a human or simulator/manikin.
- A certificate of completion, letter, or transcript which provides a course description is required.
Supervisor's attestation
The supervisor must be an oral and maxillofacial surgeon or dental anesthesiologist who holds a valid dentist license and general anesthesia permit and must be in good standing. The supervisor attestation form must be signed by the supervisor. Dental anesthesia assistants must keep a current supervisor on file with the department. You can have one supervisor or multiple supervisors and can change a supervisor at any time.
State license verification
Applicants must list all states where they do or did hold credentials. This list must also include when the applicant has applied for a credential, even if a credential was not granted. The jurisdiction where the applicant is or was credentialed must complete and submit the verification form (PDF). The jurisdiction must send the completed form directly to the department.
Personal data questions
Each applicant must answer the personal data questions. An appropriate explanation and required documentation must be sent with positive answers. If there is a positive answer to the professional liability claims history question, the applicant must send an explanation of the nature of the case, data and summary of care given, copies of the original complaint, and the settlement or final disposition. If pending, applicant must indicate status.
Additional information/documents required
- Dental anesthesia assistants must have current certification in healthcare provider basic life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), or pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification. A copy of the certification is required.
Process for approving/denying applications
We finish final review for approval after a credentialing specialist verifies that the application is fully complete, and complies with requirements in chapter 18.350 RCW and chapter 246-817 WAC. We complete background checks and make sure applicants have submitted required fees. Credentialing supervisors and lead workers have the authority to approve routine applications. The disciplining authority may conduct further review if the credentialing supervisor can't verify the applicant meets all requirements. We'll formally notify applicants of a denial. Those applicants may request a hearing to appeal the decision.
Renewal requirements
Dental anesthesia assistants must renew their certification every year. Credentials expire on the credential holder's birthday and may be renewed within 90 days of the expiration date.
A courtesy renewal notice will be mailed to your address on record. You must keep your address current with us. Any renewal postmarked or presented to the department after midnight on the expiration date is late.
Continuing education requirements
Dental anesthesia assistants must complete 14 hours of continuing education every three years. Continuing education must involve direct application of dental anesthesia assistant knowledge and skills. Acceptable continuing education is listed in WAC 246-817-445.
Renewals
- See renewal information below
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Is your contact information current?
In order to serve you better, we must have your correct mailing address in our system. This is especially important because we mail your courtesy renewal notice and updated credential to the address on file. The U.S. Postal Service doesn't forward Department of Health mail. If your contact information isn't current in our system, please complete and submit the contact information change form. If you have questions, contact our staff members.
You must notify the department of any changes in your supervisor(s). Notification of the change must be submitted on the approved form (PDF) prior to you accepting delegation from another supervisor.
You may not practice unless the department has a listing of your current supervisor(s).
How to renew
Online
By mail
In person
Questions?
If you have questions about the renewal process, see our Frequently Asked Questions.
Additional Licensing Information
Helpful Tips and Information
The commission encourages practitioners to review and consider the following these helpful tips and suggestions.