21 NCAC 16W .0102. TRAINING FOR PUBLIC HEALTH HYGIENISTS

(a)  Prior to performing clinical procedures pursuant to G.S. 90-233(a) under the direction of a duly licensed dentist, a public health hygienist must have:

(1)           five years of experience in clinical dental hygiene;

(2)           CPR certification, updated annually;

(3)           six hours of continuing education in medical emergencies each year; and

(4)           such other training as may be required by the Dental Health Section of the Department of Health and Human Services.

(b)  For purposes of this Rule, a minimum of 4000 hours performing primarily prophylaxis or periodontal debridement under the supervision of a duly licensed dentist shall be equivalent to five years experience in clinical dental hygiene.

 

History Note:        Authority G.S. 90-223; 90-233(a);

Temporary Adoption Eff. October 1, 1999;

Eff. April 1, 2001.