The National Dental Examining Board (NDEB) Equivalency Process is a pathway for Internationally Trained Dentists (ITDs) to obtain certification to practice dentistry in Canada. This process assesses whether an ITD's knowledge and skills are equivalent to those of a graduate from an accredited Canadian dental program. Successful completion of the Equivalency Process allows ITDs to proceed to the final steps required for licensure in Canada.
What is the NDEB Equivalency Process?
The NDEB Equivalency Process is designed to evaluate the education and clinical competencies of dentists who have graduated from non-accredited dental programs outside of Canada and the United States. It is an alternative to completing an accredited dental program in Canada.
What is it Needed For?
- Licensure: The Equivalency Process is needed for ITDs to become eligible to take the NDEB Certification Examinations, which are required for licensure by all provincial and territorial dental regulatory authorities in Canada.
- Professional Recognition: It provides a pathway for ITDs to have their qualifications recognized in Canada, enabling them to practice dentistry.
- Employment: Successful completion of the Equivalency Process and subsequent certification enhances employment opportunities for ITDs in Canada.
