How HF 340 changes current law

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The bill allows individuals to practice as dental assistants without formal registration if they complete a practical training term under a dentist's supervision.

• Section 153.39, subsection 5

  A person shall not practice on or after July 1, 2001, as a registered dental assistant unless the person has registered with the board and received a certificate of registration pursuant to this chapter. → A person may practice as a dental assistant without receiving a certificate of registration as described in this section if the person successfully completes a term of practical training under the supervision of a dentist.

  This change permits unregistered individuals to work as dental assistants provided they have completed supervised training.