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EDDA Program
The Expanded Dental Duty Assistant (EDDA) certification is the next step for dental assistants who want to expand their capabilities to perform expanded duty dental assisting functions as specified by Louisiana law.
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Thursday |
Multiple choice test 10 a.m.-11:30a.m. The test should take about an hour to complete. You must sign into ZOOM using a computer or tablet that has video capabilities to be monitored during the test. The test link will be sent inside the chat box in ZOOM and via email at 10am. You will see your test score once you submit your test. |
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Friday |
Multiple Choice test retake. If you do not pass the test on Thursday, this will be your last opportunity to retake. The same ZOOM rules apply. Those who pass the test on Thursday do not need to participate again on Friday. |
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Saturday |
Hands-on instruction and hands-on testing. See location based on date. You will be assigned to attend either the morning or afternoon session. We will send you your group time assignment 2 weeks before the event. You are responsible for showing up on time and completing this hands-on, clinical portion of the course. You will complete a check-list for instructors and demonstration your skills, if you get a passing score on all sections, you will have successfully completed your EDDA course and are eligible to get your EDDA certificate from the La State Board of Dentistry. See information below on how to receive your EDDA certificate. |
Commonly Asked Questions
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What is EDDA Dental Certification?
EDDA (Expanded Duty Dental Assistant) certification is the “next step” for dental assistants who want to expand their capabilities in dental practice. EDDA certification is designed to provide dental assistants with the knowledge and skills they need to perform expanded duty dental assisting functions as specified by Louisiana law.
EDDA Course Description
The expanded duty dental assistant (EDDA) course is the “next step” for assistants who want to expand their capabilities in the dental practice. This course is designed to provide dental assistants with the knowledge and skills they need to perform expanded duty dental assisting functions as specified by Louisiana law. Hands-on exercises will be performed in the laboratory to reinforce the material presented in the lectures (whether online or in person or a combination). Each participant will be given and must pass a post-course examination to determine their competency.
EDDA Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course and examination and submitting a post-course evaluation, participants will receive a verification of participation letter/certificate.
Course Learning Objectives:
- What is EDDA?
- Jurisprudence
- Infection Control & Disease Prevention
- OSHA rules
- How to handle dental emergencies
- Charting
- Oral Anatomy
- Dental Materials Overview
- Coronal Polishing
- Gingival Retraction Cords
- How to monitor nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation
- Placement of pit and fissure sealants
- How to take vital signs
- Isolation techniques
Hands-On Lab Objectives:
- Coronal Polishing
- Placement and removal of retraction cords
- Placement of cavity liners, temporary restoration, fabrications and placement of temporary crowns
- Perform acid-etch techniques
- Placement and removal of wedges and matrices
- Placement of pit and fissure sealants
How do I receive my EDDA Certification?
You will need to submit the following four documents to the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry (LSBD) to receive your EDDA Certification.
- Verification of Participation Letter for successfully completing a certified EDDA Training Course (LDA will provide that to you following the competition of your course with us)
- The EDDA Application for Certification which can be found on the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry website.
- Proof of successfully completing a Louisiana State Board of Dentistry-approved Radiology course (Take LDA's Radiology Course Here)
- A copy of a current CPR certification card
You will need to submit all four documents noted above along with your required application fee to the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry. DO NOT SUBMIT THESE DOCUMENTS TO THE LOUISIANA DENTAL ASSOCIATION. The Louisiana State Board of Dentistry is the certifying agency for EDDA in Louisiana.
After you have submitted a complete application form along with the required documents and fees to the LSBD, it could take several weeks for you to receive your EDDA certificate by mail.
To check the status of your application, call the LSBD at (225) 219-7330.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 30+ days in advance:
Refund requests for registration will be granted a full refund, less a $30 processing fee. The request must be received via email 30 days prior to the EDDA course start date.
Cancellation Requests between Early Registration Deadline and the day before your meeting begins
Transfer registration to a co-worker or to another date (under same dentist)- $25
Cancel 29-15 days in advance:
Refund requests for registration fees will be granted a 50% refund less a $30 processing fee. The request must be received via email 29-15 days prior to the EDDA course start date.
Transfer registration to a co-worker or to another date (under same dentist)- $75
Cancel 14-0 days in advance:
No cancellation requests or refund requests will be accepted or granted 14 days or less in advance of the start date of the EDDA course. This includes cancellations due to illness, late arrivals, weather, parking difficulties or any other reasons.
Transfer registration to a co-worker or to another date (under same dentist)- $100
Exceptions will not apply.
Cancellation request emails should be sent to jeanne@ladental.org. Cancellations will not be processed until we receive your written email confirmation. There will be no cancellations taken over the phone.
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Course Locations & Course Dates
Lafayette Location:
Dr. Jerome Smith's Office
200 Beaullieu Dr. STE 2
Lafayette, LA 70508
Gonzales Location:
Louisiana Dental Center
40470 Germany Rd.
Gonzales, LA 70737
New Orleans Location:
Exceptional Dental New Orleans
4141 Bienville St. Ste 105
New Orleans, LA 70119
May 30-June 1-Lafayette- Registration Open
August 15-17-New Orleans- Registration Open
September 12-14-Gonzales- Registration Open
October 10-12-Lafayette- Registration will open in August
December 5-7-New Orleans- Registration will open in September
Must arrive on-time for the hands-on portion or you may be asked to come back for a future course.Important things to note before registering
WE DO NOT ACCEPT PARTIAL PAYMENTS. If you want to register for the course, full payment must be given at the time of registration.
Your registration price is based on the dentist you work for- if they are LDA members or non-members. We will ask on the registration the dentists' name and we will verify membership.
If you do not currently work at a dental office, please let us know.
Registration price includes the following:
course videos, demo videos, lab supplies, and completion certificate
If you have additional questions, contact Jeanne@ladental.org or call 225-926-1986.
Registration Fees
ADA Member Dentist | Non- LDA Member Dentist |
$699 | $899 |
Registration Directions
MUST READ BEFORE STARTING TO REGISTER!
- Important note before beginning your registration: If your dentist is already logged into the LDA website, log out of their account before you begin this process, otherwise you will register your dentist for the EDDA course instead of the assistant.
- After clicking the registration link below, click the link that says “non-dentist: create a new account” located at the bottom of that page.
- Create the account using the assistant’s name and information. Please provide the assistants email and cell as we need to contact them directly throughout the course.
- Register here: Register Here
