SDTA

Your First Step Towards Professional Practice

Becoming a registered dental therapist in Saskatchewan involves a series of important steps to ensure that all practitioners meet the high standards set forth by the Saskatchewan Dental Therapists Association (SDTA). This page outlines the process for registration, including eligibility, documentation, and procedural requirements.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Requirements: Applicants must have completed a dental therapy program recognized by the SDTA. Details on accepted qualifications and any equivalency options for internationally trained professionals are provided.

• Professional Competency: Proof of professional competence, typically through examinations or assessments as required by the SDTA.

Application Process

New applicants to the SDTA must follow these steps:

• Complete and submit the SDTA Registration Form along with the required fee (one time fee) and any supporting documentation as requested on the form.
• Registration Form Instructions
• Registration Form - Fillable (Save to your computer first before making changes.)
• Registration Form - Non-Fillable (Print, fill, sign, scan and email)
• Complete and submit the SDTA License From along with the required license fee (annual fee) and any supporting documentation as requested on the form. If you are a new graduate OR you are applying as a new registrant to SDTA after August 1^st, the license fee is prorated to 50% of the annual fee.  See license form for details.
• License Form Instructions
• License Form 2025 - Fillable (Save to your computer first, fill and email)
• License Form 2025 - Non-Fillable (Print, fill, sign, scan and email)

Once your registration and license forms have been submitted, payment made and reviewed and approved by the SDTA Council, you will receive a copy of your SDTA license in pdf format.

• Documentation Required: A comprehensive list of documents needed for registration, including proof of education, identification, and any professional references or background checks.
• Application Form: Access to the application form and instructions on how to complete and submit it properly.
• Application Fee: Information on the application fee, payment methods, and any associated costs for processing the registration

Assessment and Approval

• Review Process: Description of the process by which the SDTA reviews and assesses registration applications, including timelines for processing.

• Issuance of Registration: Upon successful verification and assessment, the SDTA issues a registration certificate, enabling the applicant to begin practicing as a dental therapist in Saskatchewan.

Maintaining Your Registration

• Renewal Requirements: Information on how to maintain and renew your registration, including continuing education credits and periodic re-assessment requirements.

• Good Standing Practices: Guidelines for remaining in good standing with the SDTA, which include adhering to professional conduct standards and participating in community or professional activities.

Support and Resources

• Guidance and Assistance: Availability of support from the SDTA during the registration process, including contact information for assistance with applications.

• Frequently Asked Questions: A section addressing common inquiries and concerns about the registration process to assist applicants in preparing their submissions effectively.