Dental Assistant / Alaska
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Alaska Dental Assistant License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Assists dentists during procedures, takes X-rays, and manages patient records.

What the Alaska data shows for Dental Assistants

To practice as a dental assistant in Alaska, the state licensing board requires 1,000 documented education or training hours, a passing score on a state-approved exam. A criminal history background check is also part of the application. The regulation sits under Alaska's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Certificate/Degree".

Budget $100 to get started on a 2-year cycle. Continuing education is not a listed requirement for this profession in Alaska, so the annualized maintenance burden is lower than in states that mandate ongoing hours.

There's no published reciprocity list here - Alaska reviews out-of-state credentials individually.

Licensing Requirements in Alaska

Education / Training Hours
Certificate/Degree
1,000 hours
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$100
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Alaska licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Dental Assistant in Alaska? ▼
Alaska's requirements cover 1000 hours of education or training, a state exam, and an initial fee of $100. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Dental Assistant in Alaska? ▼
Certification as a dental assistant in Alaska means clearing the state's checklist: 1000 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Alaska licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Dental Assistant license to Alaska from another state? ▼
Out-of-state dental assistant credentials get a case-by-case review in Alaska rather than automatic recognition. Interstate compacts exist for a number of professions and might still help. Confirm the details with the Alaska licensing board.
Does Alaska require a background check for Dental Assistant licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the dental assistant licensing process in Alaska. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.

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Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

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