Job requirements Orthodontic Dental Technician in Canada
Find out what you typically need to work as an orthodontic dental technician in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Dental technologists, technicians and laboratory assistants (NOC 32112).
Employment requirements
This is what you typically need for the job.
- Dental technologists and technicians are required to complete a college program in dental technology or four or more years of on-the-job training under the supervision of a registered dental technologist or technician.
- Registration with a regulatory body is required for dental technologists and technicians in all provinces except in Manitoba and the territories.
Professional certification and licensing
You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.
Alberta
Job title
Dental Technologists
Regulated
Regulatory body:
College of Dental Technologists of Alberta (CDTA)
British Columbia
Job title
Dental Technician
Regulated
Regulatory body:
BC College of Oral Health Professionals
New Brunswick
Job title
Dental Technician
Regulated
Regulatory body:
New Brunswick Dental Technicians Association (NBDTA)
Newfoundland and Labrador
Job title
Dental Technician
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Newfoundland and Labrador Dental Board
Nova Scotia
Job title
Dental Technologist And Technician
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Nova Scotia Dental Technicians Association
Ontario
Job title
Dental Technologist And Technician
Regulated
Regulatory body:
College of Dental Technologists of Ontario
Québec
Job title
Dental Technician
Regulated
Saskatchewan
Job title
Dental Technicians And Technologists
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Dental Technicians Association of Saskatchewan
Do you want to work in another province or territory?
If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.
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