Speakers: Matt Shafer and Jessica Thomas

Course Description: Have you heard conflicting information about dental hygiene licensure compacts? Are you concerned about ADHA's ongoing collaboration with the ADA on the DDH Compact? ADHA welcomes you to take this informational course on the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact (DDH Compact). The DDH Compact was developed in collaboration with the Department of Defense, The Council of State Governments, American Dental Hygienists' Association and American Dental Association. CSG will provide information about the DDH compact including a legislative update and overview of the differences between the DDH Compact and the AADB Compact.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the purpose of DDH Compact.
• List requirements to participate in DDH Compact.
• Compare and contrast the two compacts for dental hygiene.

CE Credit Hours: 1.0

Original Date of Session: March 4, 2025

The American Dental Hygienists' Association is designated as an approved provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHADH (Jan. 1, 2025–Dec. 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.

The American Dental Hygienists’ Association is an approved provider of dental continuing education as recognized by the Dental Board of California, Provider #5238.