New Graduate FAQs

I graduated and registered as a dental hygienist in another province but didn’t work there. What do I do now?

Visit the page for Dental Hygienists Working in Other Jurisdictions and call the College at 780-465-1756 if you need additional information. 

I have applied for registration with ACDH and another province at the same time. What do I do now?

If your application for registration in another jurisdiction is approved before your application for registration with ACDH is approved, your application as a new grad will have to be withdrawn and you will have to reapply as a dental hygienist working in another jurisdiction. Call the College as soon as possible. 

How do I register for your dental hygiene program?

The Alberta College of Dental Hygienists (ACDH) is a regulatory body, not an educational institute. Please refer to the What is A Registered Dental Hygienist page of our website for more information about education, practice, and employment opportunities.