Dental Assisting Requirements

Louisiana

There are no registration requirements to work as a dental assistant in Louisiana.

State Registration

Not required

X-Rays

Show your Radiology Certificate

Keep Current

CPR certification

What You Need to Know

Keep your CPR certification renewed, and show your employer the Radiology Certificate you earn when you successfully complete the program.

Optional

Grow Your Career

You can work toward your EDDA (Expanded Duty Dental Assistant) certification. After at least 6 months working as a dental assistant, take a weekend EDDA class through the Louisiana Dental Association.

Helpful Links & Downloads

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LDA EDDA Course Schedule

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