The statement that is NOT correct regarding the continuing education requirement for dental assistants is:
- All hours can be taken online or through self-study
Explanation:
1. Dental assistants are required to have 12 hours of Continuing Education (CE) per year.
2. Up to 6 hours can be carried forward from the year preceding the registration period.
3. The continuing education must be in topics relating to dental assistant duties.
The incorrect statement suggests that all hours of continuing education can be completed online or through self-study. However, in most cases, there are limits to the number of CE hours that can be earned through online or self-study methods. Many licensing boards or organizations require a portion of the CE hours to be completed through in-person courses or hands-on training to ensure the quality and depth of the education received by dental assistants.
