OVERVIEW

Registered Dental Assistants in Extended Functions (RDAEF) Expanded Duties Program - Module 1 is organized by Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLUSD) and will be held from Jun 23 - Sep 13, 2026 at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry - Prince Hall, Loma Linda, California, United States of America.

Course Description

This comprehensive Board-approved RDAEF program provides 410 hours of instruction for RDAs and 318 hours of instruction for existing RDAEFs. It combines didactic, hands-on laboratory and live patient clinical experiences that satisfy the California Dental Board's requirements for new and existing RDAEFs who wish to expand their licensure in preparation for earning certification in the new extended functions.
This RDAEF Expanded Course will be taught as a series of three individual courses (modules) that must be successfully completed in a designated sequence within an established time frame before taking the new State Board Examination. Modules can be paid individually and sessions will be offered on Sundays and evenings to better accommodate working adults.
To successfully complete the program and be eligible to sit for the new State Board Examination, participants are required to pass all three modules with a minimum 75% pass rate.

Learner Outcomes

PARTICIPANTS WILL:

Conduct preliminary evaluation of the patient's oral health, including (but not limited to) charting, intraoral and extra-oral evaluation of soft tissue, classifying occlusion, and myofunctional evaluation.
Perform oral health assessments in school-based, community health project settings under the direction of a dentist, registered dental hygienist, or registered dental hygienist in alternative practice.
Size and fit endodontic master points and accessory points.
Cement endodontic master points and accessory points.
Take final impressions for tooth-borne removable prosthesis.
Place, contour, finish, and adjust all direct restorations.
Polish and contour existing amalgam restorations.
Adjust and cement permanent indirect restorations.
Perform cord retraction of gingiva for impression procedures.
Take final impressions for permanent indirect restorations.