You and Your Expiring RDA License: A Texas Two-Step (Without the Boots)
Howdy, partner! Ever stared at that shiny RDA license on your wall and realized it's about as dusty as a tumbleweed in a ghost town? Yep, that there's your license whisperin', "Hey, buckaroo, time to renew!" Don't fret, renewing your RDA license in Texas is easier than wrangling a herd of jackrabbits. So, saddle up and get ready for a rootin' tootin' guide to keeping your dental assisting skills sharp and legal.
Step 1: The CE Corral - Round Up Your Credits
First things first, gotta make sure you've got enough continuing education (CE) credits under your belt. Texas demands a cool six hours every two years, with at least three of those hours being live and in-person. Think of it as keeping your dental knowledge movin' and groovin' like a two-step at the local honky-tonk.
But hold yer horses! There's a Human Trafficking prevention course you gotta lasso as well. This one-time rodeo is mandatory before you can even think about renewin'. Consider it your chance to be a hero for those in need – plus, it looks mighty fine on your resume.
Pro Tip: Don't let those CE hours fly out the window like a tumbleweed in a tornado! Keep track of your certificates and completion records. They're your golden ticket to renewal.
Step 2: The Online Arena - Wrangle Up That Application
Now that you're armed with knowledge (and maybe a ten-gallon hat full of CE certificates), it's time to mosey on over to the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners' website. That's where you'll find the online application for your renewal.
Heads up, partner! Renewing online is the quickest draw in the West. If you're feelin' a little less tech-savvy, you can request a paper application to be mailed to you, but why wait when you can do it with a few clicks?
Don't forget to pay your renewal fee! Consider it your investment in keeping your dental assistant skills top-notch.
Renewed and Ready to Roll!
There you have it, folks! Your RDA license is lookin' shiny and new, just like a freshly minted horseshoe. Now you can get back to doin' what you do best: assistin' dentists, helpin' patients, and maybe even explainin' the finer points of flossing to the occasional stubborn critter (we all know a few).
Remember: Renewing your license is a piece of pecan pie. Just follow these simple steps, and you'll be back in the dental saddle in no time. So, keep on smilin', keep on learnin', and keep on bein' the best dang RDA Texas has ever seen!
