The responsibilities of DHBC include issuing, reviewing, and enforcing dental hygiene licenses as well as developing the Law and Ethics examinations. Additional functions include promulgating regulations, establishing and maintaining fees, oversight and approval of dental hygiene educational programs, and continuing education requirements for all dental hygiene licensure categories.
DHBC is currently asking members of the public to provide feedback for its strategic plan via anonymous online survey. The survey is a quick and simple opportunity for consumers to make their voices heard. Information about the survey is available here: https://dhbc.ca.gov/formspubs/2023stratplansurvey.pdf.
Mission Statement:
DHBC’s primary mission is to protect the public ad meet the oral hygiene needs of all Californians.
Vision Statement:
Provide access to quality dental hygiene care for all Californians.
Values:
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Customer Service
- Excellence
- Respect
- Transparency
Visit DHBC’s Website at: https://www.dhbc.ca.gov/.
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