Md. Code Regs. 10.44.04.30

Current through Register Vol. 52, No. 1, January 10, 2025

Section 10.44.04.30 - Qualifications for Board Recognition to Prescribe and Administer Medication

A. A dental hygienist who wishes to receive recognition by the Board as being qualified to prescribe and administer medication shall:

(1) Hold an active license to practice dental hygiene in this State; and

(2) Successfully complete a Board-approved course of at least 4 hours consisting of at least 4 hours of didactic training.

B. A dental hygienist shall pass a written examination administered by the Board-approved course with an overall passing grade of at least 75 percent.

C. The examination shall consist of at least 25 questions with a time limit of no more than 60 minutes to complete the examination.

D. The Board-approved course of instruction in prescribing and administering medication may be obtained by:

(1) A dental hygienist while an undergraduate student in a Board-approved school for dental hygiene that is accredited by the American Dental Association Committee on Dental Accreditation or its successor organization; or

(2) A dental hygienist who completes the course offered by an accredited dental hygiene program.

E. The course offered by the accredited dental hygiene program may be completed in-person or online.

Md. Code Regs. 10.44.04.30

Regulations .30 adopted effective 49:18 Md. R.819, eff. 9/5/2022