Certification Levels and
Requirements
The national Board Of Orthodontics, U.S. is an independent,
nonprofit peer group. A five step ladder of Certification
will enable you to move upward at your own pace. Levels
are logically base on at accredited university training.
Post graduates specialization degrees, years of experience
in your chosen field, and an objective examination.
1. Board Certified Associate
Has completed a degree program in a recognized
school of dentistry.
Has accomplished a recognized preceptorship in orthodontics
(pre-1970)
Credentials have been verified.
Passed the Certification examination within eighteen
month of award of Board Certification.
2. Board Certified Diplomate
Has completed a degree program in a recognized school
of dentistry, and at least two years of post-graduate
course work in orthodontics resulting in a certificate
or a master's degree.
Credentials have been verified
Passed the Certification examination within eighteen
month of award of Board Certification.
3. Board Certified Fellow
Has been certified as a Diplomate by the National
Board Of orthodontics U.S.
Has completed six years in the exclusive practice
of orthodontics.
Has presented fully documented cases, approved by
the Advisory Board, at a Board-sponsored function,
in a lecture (instructive) format.
4. Board Certified Mentor
Has been certified as a Fellow by the National
Board of Orthodontics.
Has completed eight years in the exclusive practice
of orthodontics.
Presented and approved continuing education lecture
at a Board-sponsored function.
Professional Recognition For
The Orthodontic Dental Assistants
Certified Orthodontic Dental Assistant
National Board Of Orthodontics, U.S is known for providing
a modern practical path to Board Certification for the
University-trained orthodontist. We are now expanding
our program to include professional recognition for
Orthodontic Dental Assistants. Certification for dental
assistants is now required in most states. We have developed
a certification program specifically designed for Orthodontic
Assistants.
Why should you, as an Orthodontic
Assistant, seek Certification?
Orthodontic Assistants perform duties and tasks
unique to their specialty, certification sets you
apart and brings professional recognition from your
peers.
Certification demonstrates your commitment to the
profession. It recognizes individuals who demonstrate
an acquired body of knowledge and expertise in their
specialty through voluntary certificaton.
Certification fosters excellence and professionalism.
Certification programs seek to develop and promote
certified professionals, who stand out as examples
of excellence.
Certification reflects personal achievements and
builds self-esteem. Certification programs creats
a benchmark for a profession, identifying these who
display excellence and fulfill set standards and requirements.
Certification establishes professional credentials,
recognizing your accomplishments, endorsing your specialized
knowledge and experience. It identifies for employers
those individuals who have the necessary experience
and training to be valuable members of the orthodontic
team.
