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DANB exams and certifications give you the opportunity to advance in your career; maintaining certification helps you stay current on new technologies and issues in the dental assisting profession.

National Entry Level Dental Assistant

Get a jump-start on your career and earn DANB’s NELDA certification. Learn more about eligibility requirements and the three component exams: Anatomy, Morphology and Physiology (AMP); Infection Control (ICE); and Radiation Health and Safety (RHS).

DANB’s NELDA Certification
NELDA Component Exams (AMP, ICE, RHS)
NELDA Application Packet (PDF)

Certified Dental Assistant

Successful completion of the CDA exam will lead to a national certification that is highly valued by both employers and patients.

DANB’s CDA Certification
CDA Component Exams (RHS, ICE, GC)
CDA Application Packet (PDF)

Certified Orthodontic Assistant

Earning COA certification helps orthodontic assistants stand out in the dental assisting profession.

DANB’s COA Certification
COA Component Exams (OA, ICE)
COA Application Packet (PDF)

Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant

DANB’s CPFDA exam consists of four component exams: Coronal Polishing (CP), Sealants (SE), Topical Anesthetic (TA) and Topical Fluoride (TF).

DANB’s CPFDA Certification
CPFDA Component Exams (CP, SE, TA, TF)
CPFDA Application Packet (PDF)

Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant

Take the next step toward earning DANB’s CRFDA certification. Learn more about eligibility requirements and the six component exams: Anatomy, Morphology and Physiology (AMP); Impressions (IM); Temporaries (TMP); Isolation (IS); Sealants (SE); and Restorative Functions (RF).

DANB’s CRFDA Certification
CRFDA Component Exams (AMP, IM, TMP, IS, SE, RF)
CRFDA Application Packet (PDF)

State Search

Find state-specific eligibility requirements, state-specific job titles and related job descriptions.

DANB Exam Applications Request

Submit an online request for DANB exam applications.

Candidate Handbook

The Candidate Handbook contains important policy information for DANB's national certification programs and exams.

View the Candidate Handbook

Study with the DALE Foundation!

DANB's official affiliate, the DALE Foundation, offers optional online courses and study aids to help you review for DANB exams and earn CDE.

View the DALE Foundation's Course Catalog