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Southern Regional Testing Agency (SRTA) Dental Hygiene Examination
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About this exam
The Southern Regional Testing Agency (SRTA) Dental Hygiene Examination is a regional clinical assessment used by participating U.S. licensing jurisdictions as part of the dental hygiene licensure process. It is for dental hygiene candidates—not a dentist licensing examination—and assesses whether candidates can apply clinical knowledge and skills safely. Eligibility, application steps, accepted examination options, and additional state requirements are set by the relevant dental board and can vary, so candidates should confirm current requirements with both the board and the official SRTA candidate materials.
Preparation should connect foundational knowledge with clinical judgment. Relevant review areas include dental and medical history assessment, oral anatomy and tooth morphology, periodontal assessment and disease recognition, and dental radiography and image interpretation. The precise examination format, tasks, and scoring procedures are described in the current candidate handbook; do not assume that older guidance applies to the 2027–2028 cycle. Build a study plan around the official materials, practice explaining clinical decisions, and review safety procedures and common sources of assessment error.
How to prepare for the SRTA Dental Hygiene Examination
- Use the current SRTA candidate handbook and your state dental board’s licensure instructions to verify eligibility, examination components, required materials, and any jurisdiction-specific steps.
- Review assessment and decision-making across medical-dental history, oral anatomy and tooth morphology, periodontal findings, and radiographic interpretation; connect each topic to safe, appropriate clinical care.
- Rehearse clinical procedures and case-based reasoning under timed conditions. Use MCQ review to identify knowledge gaps, but do not treat question drills as a substitute for preparing for the examination’s stated clinical tasks.
FAQ
Who is eligible to take the SRTA Dental Hygiene Examination?
Eligibility depends on the licensing jurisdiction and its application rules. Candidates generally need to meet that board’s dental hygiene education and documentation requirements. Check the relevant state dental board and current SRTA candidate materials for the rules that apply to you.
What is the format of the SRTA Dental Hygiene Examination?
It is a clinical assessment, but its specific tasks, procedures, and scoring details should be confirmed in the current SRTA candidate handbook. Requirements and accepted examination pathways can differ by jurisdiction and may change between cycles.
What subjects should I study for the SRTA Dental Hygiene Examination?
Review the examination’s official content and procedures, along with core clinical areas such as medical-dental history, oral anatomy, periodontal assessment, and radiography. Follow the current handbook for the exact scope, and check your licensing board’s requirements for any additional steps.