Continuing Competence Program Requirements
Every Year
- complete a self-assessment
- create a learning plan with a minimum of two learning objectives
- record completed learning activities with verification
- record practice hours with verification
When Notified
- participate in CCP Audit
Learn more about the CCP requirements in our three-part CCP video series. Below the videos, you will also find a CCP Checklist to guide you through completing the requirements. (Closed Captioning is provided, click on cc and choose English.)
CCP Requirements Checklist
Use this handy checklist to help you keep track of meeting the CCP Requirements. Enter your records in the Portal.
CCP Checklist
Every year you must meet these Continuing Competence Program Requirements:
 | Assess your knowledge and abilities as a Dental Assistant. |
Identify areas for improvement or growth. Use the Self-Assessment tool or do a self-directed assessment.
Plan your Learning Objectives. Refer to your self-assessment to propose at least 2 Learning Objectives in the Portal.
Write Learning Objective Statements that answer these questions:
- What do I plan to learn?
- Why is this learning important?
Choose a Competency Number. Review the Competency Profile and choose a competency number (1 letter and 2 numbers) that aligns with your Learning Objective.
 | Achieve your learning to complete your proposed Learning Objectives. |
Complete learning activities to achieve your Learning Objectives. Choose activities that fit the way you learn best. For example: self-study using online or textbook sources, webinars, conferences, formal education, or mentoring. Complete your learning by November 30th of the current Plan Year*.
Provide Proof of Completion. Your proof should enable the College to verify your Learning Activities clearly and easily. You can upload a signed Verification of Learning Form.
 | Analyze the outcome of your learning by writing a reflective Results Statement. |
Write Result Statements that:
- tell us how the learning impacted or enhanced your dental assisting practice. What can you do because of completing this Learning Objective?
- explain and or provide an example of how completing this Learning Objective improved your patient’s oral healthcare experience or your dental assisting practice.
 | Maintain Current Practice |
Have at least 300 hours of practice in the last three years or meet equivalence requirements. Proof, such as a Practice Hours Verification form should be uploaded in the Portal annually.
*Learning must be completed by November 30th of the current Plan Year. Plan Years are the same as the registration year – they run from December 1st to November 30th of the following year. For example, Plan Year 2024 runs from Dec 1, 2023-Nov 30, 2024.
Learn More
Sign up for one of our workshops to learn more about CCP Requirements and the Continuing Competence Program.
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