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Frequently asked questions about the Orthodontic Assistant Program<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|32px|64px|32px|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding_tablet=”|16px||16px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|16px||16px|false|true”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” width=”100%” max_width=”896px” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ use_custom_gutter=”on” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_blurb title=”How do I become an OAP-certified assistant?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” header_font_size=”16px” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|500|||||||” header_text_color=”#1d293d” body_text_color=”#4a5565″ custom_css_free_form=”selector h4{|| margin-bottom:8px;||}” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ content_max_width=”100%” border_radii=”on|14px|14px|14px|14px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.1)” custom_padding=”24px|24px|24px|24px|true|true”]<\/p>\n To become OAP-certified, you must complete an approved training program, pass both written and practical examinations, and work under the direct supervision of a licensed orthodontist in a registered practice.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”What training programs are approved?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” header_font_size=”16px” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|500|||||||” header_text_color=”#1d293d” body_text_color=”#4a5565″ custom_css_free_form=”selector h4{|| margin-bottom:8px;||}” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ content_max_width=”100%” border_radii=”on|14px|14px|14px|14px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.1)” custom_padding=”24px|24px|24px|24px|true|true” custom_margin=”24px||||false|false”]<\/p>\n The CAO maintains a list of approved training programs including the CAO Certified Training Program, University of the Pacific, and other accredited institutions. Check our training materials section for the complete list.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”How long does certification last?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” header_font_size=”16px” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|500|||||||” header_text_color=”#1d293d” body_text_color=”#4a5565″ custom_css_free_form=”selector h4{|| margin-bottom:8px;||}” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ content_max_width=”100%” border_radii=”on|14px|14px|14px|14px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.1)” custom_padding=”24px|24px|24px|24px|true|true” custom_margin=”24px||||false|false”]<\/p>\n OAP certification is valid for two years and requires completion of continuing education credits for renewal. Assistants must complete 10 hours of approved CE every two years.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Can assistants work in multiple practices?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” header_font_size=”16px” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|500|||||||” header_text_color=”#1d293d” body_text_color=”#4a5565″ custom_css_free_form=”selector h4{|| margin-bottom:8px;||}” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ content_max_width=”100%” border_radii=”on|14px|14px|14px|14px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.1)” custom_padding=”24px|24px|24px|24px|true|true” custom_margin=”24px||||false|false”]<\/p>\n Yes, OAP-certified assistants can work in multiple registered practices, but each practice must be individually registered in the OAP program and provide appropriate supervision.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”What are the costs associated with the program?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” header_font_size=”16px” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|500|||||||” header_text_color=”#1d293d” body_text_color=”#4a5565″ custom_css_free_form=”selector h4{|| margin-bottom:8px;||}” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ content_max_width=”100%” border_radii=”on|14px|14px|14px|14px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.1)” custom_padding=”24px|24px|24px|24px|true|true” custom_margin=”24px||||false|false”]<\/p>\n Training program costs vary by institution. Practice registration fees are $200 annually, and individual assistant registration is $100 per assistant per year. Continuing education costs depend on the provider.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”What happens if supervision requirements aren’t met?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” header_font_size=”16px” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|500|||||||” header_text_color=”#1d293d” body_text_color=”#4a5565″ custom_css_free_form=”selector h4{|| margin-bottom:8px;||}” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ content_max_width=”100%” border_radii=”on|14px|14px|14px|14px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.1)” custom_padding=”24px|24px|24px|24px|true|true” custom_margin=”24px||||false|false”]<\/p>\n Failure to meet supervision requirements can result in suspension of OAP privileges, fines, or other disciplinary actions. The supervising orthodontist is ultimately responsible for ensuring compliance with all program requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Frequently asked questions about the Orthodontic Assistant ProgramTo become OAP-certified, you must complete an approved training program, pass both written and practical examinations, and work under the direct supervision of a licensed orthodontist in a registered practice.The CAO maintains a list of approved training programs including the CAO Certified Training Program, University of the Pacific, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5185,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-250526","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dev.pmwebdesigns.com\/cao\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/250526","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dev.pmwebdesigns.com\/cao\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dev.pmwebdesigns.com\/cao\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dev.pmwebdesigns.com\/cao\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5185"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dev.pmwebdesigns.com\/cao\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=250526"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/dev.pmwebdesigns.com\/cao\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/250526\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":250558,"href":"https:\/\/dev.pmwebdesigns.com\/cao\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/250526\/revisions\/250558"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dev.pmwebdesigns.com\/cao\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=250526"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}