Minnesota HF1752 amends the licensure requirements for dental hygienists, including education and examination criteria.

Minnesota HF1752 modifies the criteria for dental hygienist licensure. Applicants must either graduate from an accredited dental hygiene program providing at least two academic years of education or complete four years of postsecondary dental education. They must also pass the National Board of Dental Hygiene examination and a board-approved clinical competency exam. Failure to pass the required exams twice necessitates further education and training. The bill also allows for a nonrefundable fee for each application and emphasizes adherence to professional ethical conduct.

Minnesota HF1752 amends the licensure requirements for dental hygienists, including education and examination criteria.

Minnesota HF1752 modifies the criteria for dental hygienist licensure. Applicants must either graduate from an accredited dental hygiene program providing at least two academic years of education or complete four years of postsecondary dental education. They must also pass the National Board of Dental Hygiene examination and a board-approved clinical competency exam. Failure to pass the required exams twice necessitates further education and training. The bill also allows for a nonrefundable fee for each application and emphasizes adherence to professional ethical conduct.