The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) filed a rule-making order which will go into effect on Monday, April 29, 2024, amending WAC 246-817-150 Licenses—Persons licensed or qualified out-of state who are faculty at school of dentistry.
In 2023, Senate Bill (SB) 5113 passed, broadening licensure eligibility to faculty members from any Washington state institution accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
To align with SB 5113, the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) filed a rule-making order which will go into effect on Monday, April 29, 2024, amending WAC 246-817-150 Licenses—Persons licensed or qualified out-of state who are faculty at school of dentistry.
The amendments made replace specific reference to University of Washington with language that aligns with SB 5113. These changes enable a pathway for licensure that allows qualified faculty to obtain temporary permits without a dental practice exam while employed by a Washington state CODA-accredited dental school, rather than limiting the pathway option to University of Washington faculty.
A summary of public comments which includes support from WSDA is available
online and additional questions or comments can be directed to Debbie Gardner at
dental@doh.wa.gov or 360-236-4893.