Public Health Order Requires Registrants’ Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
An Order of the Provincial Health Officer (PHO) was issued on March 7, 2022, The Health Professionals COVID-19 Vaccination Status Information and Preventive Measures Order, which requires the College of Dental Hygienists of BC (CDHBC) to record the COVID-19 vaccination status of all its registrants by March 31, 2022.
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Annual Renewal Period Now Closed
All CDHBC registrants were required to complete their annual renewal by February 28, 2022 to continue practicing effective March 1, 2022.
The Registrar of the College may reinstate a former registrant once renewal and reinstatement fees are paid, an online reinstatement form is completed, and any other renewal requirement listed in your online profile are fulfilled.
If you did not renew by February 28, you may not legally practice dental hygiene in B.C. until the College contacts you by phone to confirm that your reinstatement request has been approved. More information about reinstatement is available on the College’s Annual Renewals webpage.
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Quality Assurance Program Update
The Quality Assurance Program (QAP) is a fundamental way the College fulfills its mandate to regulate the profession of dental hygiene to protect the public and ensure safe practice.
This is the second year that registrants completed the revised QAP Assessment Tool, which was developed by the College with questions and answers written by BC dental hygienists from a wide range of practice settings, including clinical practice.
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In Case You Missed It
Last month, an update on the Oral Health Amalgamation Project was sent to registrants.
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Moving?
It is a bylaw requirement that registrants of the College ensure that their contact information is always current on the CDHBC register. Incorrect or out-of-date contact information can lead to missed mailings that may include important notices and documents.
Contact information changes can be done by logging in to your registrant profile, clicking on the “Profile” tab and editing “Your Contact information”. Please contact the College if you require any further assistance at cdhbc@cdhbc.com
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