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Submit your Expression of Interest to join our new ADC Assessment Innovation Reference (AIR) Group
26 May 2023
The group will provide insight into the latest assessment developments, review feedback, provide suggestions for improvement and recommendations to the ADC.

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Practitioner assessments
2023 Period 3 General Dentistry Practical Examination application period stages have been released
27 April 2023
The 2023 Period 3 General Dentistry Practical Examination application period (2–15 May) will be open in two stages.

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ADC Examiner, Assessor and Item Writer conference
1 March 2023
On 24 and 25 February 2023, the Australian Dental Council hosted its Assessor, Examiner and Item Writer Conference with more than 110 delegates.

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Practitioner assessments
2023 Period 2 General Dentistry Practical Examination application period stages have been released
26 January 2023
The 2023 Period 2 General Dentistry Practical Examination application period (7–20 February) will be open in two stages.

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Practitioner assessments
2023 Period 1 General Dentistry Practical Examination application period stages have been released
4 October 2022
The 2023 Period 1 General Dentistry Practical Examination application period (11–24 October) will be open in two stages.

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Dental Academic Workforce Statement
2 October 2022
On Sunday 25 September 2022, more than 30 representatives from across the Australian dental sector met for a roundtable discussion to consider the future of the Dental Academic Workforce, focusing its first efforts specifically at dentistry programs with the Oral Health Academic Workforce as the focus in 2023.

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Practitioner assessments
Application and Examination dates for 2023
19 September 2022
We have released new application periods and examination dates for all 2023 written and practical examinations.

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Consultation
Expressions of Interest: Health Professions Accreditation Collaborative Forum
16 September 2022
The Health Professions Accreditation Collaborative Forum is looking for health profession educators to contribute to focus group discussions about the way in which health professional students are prepared to become collaborative health care practitioners.

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Practitioner assessments
The ADC releases new examination application periods
6 June 2022
We have released new application periods and examination dates for written and practical examinations for general dentistry and the September written examination for dental hygiene and dental therapy.

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General
Call for applications: Board of Directors – identified role
2 June 2022
Do you want to make a meaningful difference to the health outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander peoples by contributing to one of Australia’s accreditation authorities. We’re seeking nominations for our Board of Directors.

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People and culture
The ADC is proud to release its first Reconciliation Action Plan
19 May 2022
Today the Australian Dental Council released its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan.

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Consultation
The ADC releases the revised Professional Competencies
22 April 2022
On 18 February 2022 the ADC Board of Directors approved the revisions to the Professional competencies of the newly qualified dental practitioner.

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People and culture
The ADC welcomes the release of the 2022 Close the Gap Campaign report
17 March 2022
The Australian Dental Council welcomes the release of the 2022 Closing the Gap Campaign Report, Transforming Power: Voices for Generational Change.

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Practitioner assessments
New 2022 examination periods released
10 March 2022
We have released new application periods and examination dates for written and practical examinations in 2022.

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Practitioner assessments
Initial assessments now available in ADC Connect
24 February 2022
On 24 February the Australian Dental Council launched the online initial assessment section of ADC Connect.

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Practitioner assessments
An update on the practical examination application period
11 January 2022
The application period for practical examinations between March and May 2022 is now open. The application period will remain open until 5pm AEDT Monday 17 January 20222.

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People and culture
The ADC congratulates Deborah Cockrell, recipient of the ADA Distinguished Service Award
22 December 2021
The ADC congratulates Board Director, Associate Professor Deborah Cockrell on receiving the Australian Dental Association’s (ADA) Distinguished Service Award.

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General
The ADC launches ADC Connect
8 December 2021
The ADC is excited to announce the launch of its new online self-service portal, ADC Connect.

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Practitioner assessments
Changes introduced to the initial assessment process
19 October 2021
In response to candidate feedback we are pleased to announce changes to our initial assessment process. Effective immediately, this new process allows for a more streamlined and efficient processing of initial assessment applications.

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Consultation
Have your say on the proposed revisions to the competencies
27 September 2021
The Australian Dental Council has opened the consultation period for the proposed changes to the Professional competencies of the newly qualified dental practitioner (the competencies).

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Practitioner assessments
Infection control guidelines and ADC examinations
27 August 2021
The Australian Dental Council is (ADC) is aware of the recent updates made to the Australian Dental Association Guidelines on Infection Control.

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People and culture
Work starts on the ADC’s Reconciliation Action Plan
27 July 2021
In 2021 the Australian Dental Council is starting its formal reconciliation journey with the development of the organisation’s first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

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Practitioner assessments
Refund policy introduced for practical examination candidates
16 July 2021
The impact of government restrictions, including lockdowns and border closures, has been extensive, especially for practical examination candidates.

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People and culture
Narelle Mills elected Chair of the Health Professions Accreditation Collaborative Forum
2 July 2021
The Australian Dental Council (ADC) Chief Executive Officer, Narelle Mills has been elected Chair of the Health Professions Accreditation Collaborative Forum (HPAC Forum) for a two-year term commencing 1 July 2021.

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Practitioner assessments
Changes made to the ADC written examination
26 May 2021
The Australian Dental Council (ADC) is pleased to announce the release of the revised written examination for general dentistry, which will replace the existing written examination for general dentistry from September 2021.

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Program accreditation
Work starts on the revision of the professional competencies
30 April 2021
The Professional competencies of the newly qualified dental practitioner (the Competencies) are important reference points for the dental professions. They outline the skills and knowledge expected of a new dental practitioner in Australia.

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Research
The ADC releases Preparation for practice of the newly qualified dental practitioner research report
31 March 2021
The accreditation of dental practitioner programs leading to registration as a dental practitioner in Australia is a core function of the Australian Dental Council (ADC).

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The ADC welcomes the release of the Close the Gap campaign report 2021
19 March 2021
The Australian Dental Council (ADC) welcomes the release of the Close the Gap campaign report 2021, Leadership and Legacy Through Crises: Keeping our Mob Safe.

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The ADC signs MoU with the UAE’s Commission for Academic Accreditation
9 March 2021
On 23 February 2021 the Australian Dental Council (ADC) signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), the National Accreditation Agency affiliated with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Education.

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Practitioner assessments
Resources to help you prepare for your practical examination
7 December 2020
With the recommencement of practical examinations fast approaching, many of you will be preparing to demonstrate your best skills.

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Practical examination
Updates on ADC written and practical examination reference material for general dentistry
30 October 2020
The ADC is updating general dentistry written and practical examination material in line with changes to professional resources and important research outcomes.

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Program accreditation
DBA approves revised accreditation standards
10 August 2020
The revised Australian Dental Council (ADC)/Dental Council (New Zealand) (DC(NZ) Accreditation standards for dental practitioner programs (the Standards) were approved by the Dental Board of Australia on 31 July 2020.

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DBA launches Dental Practitioner Support
16 July 2020
Last week the Dental Board of Australia (DBA) launched Dental Practitioner Support, a national health and wellbeing support service for dental practitioners.

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Practitioner assessments
An update on written and practical examinations
24 June 2020
As the situation regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve, the Australian Dental Council (ADC) has made some further decisions regarding the delivery of written and practical examinations in 2020.

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The DBA releases a new COVID-19 update
11 May 2020
On 8 May 2020, the Dental Board of Australia (DBA) released new information for dental practitioners regarding COVID-19.

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Program accreditation
The ADC updates COVID-19 accreditation monitoring protocol
4 May 2020
On 1 May 2020, the Australian Dental Council (ADC) approved updates to the ADC’s protocol to monitor the impacts on accredited programs of the COVID-19 pandemic (the Protocol).

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Program accreditation
The ADC and dental education providers release COVID-19 accreditation principles
24 April 2020
The Australian Dental Council (ADC), in collaboration with all Australian dental practitioner program providers, and endorsed by the Dental Board of Australia (DBA), have released the COVID-19 dental practitioner program accreditation principles (the Principles).

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General
The DBA releases a new COVID-19 update
23 April 2020
On 22 April 2020, the Dental Board of Australia (DBA) released new information for dental practitioners regarding COVID-19.

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Program accreditation
National principles for clinical education during COVID-19 released
21 April 2020
On 22 April 2020, the Dental Board of Australia (DBA) released new information for dental practitioners regarding COVID-19.

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Accreditation Standards Review
Does accreditation play a role in providing culturally safe healthcare?
16 April 2020
As organisations responsible for protecting the health and safety of the public, it is important that accreditation authorities, including the Australian Dental Council (ADC), ensure cultural safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples is included as part of their regulatory processes.

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General
An update from the ADC regarding COVID-19
15 April 2020
As the situation regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve, the ADC has made the difficult decision to postpone program accreditation site visits and practical examinations scheduled to 30 September 2020.

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Accreditation Standards Review
Accreditation standards review consultation period closing on 20 April
2 April 2020
The consultation period for the ADC/DC(NZ) accreditation standards for dental practitioner programs (the Standards) will close at 5pm AEST on 20 April 2020.

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General
The DBA releases further updates regarding COVID-19
2 April 2020
On 2 April 2020, the Dental Board of Australia released an update for dental practitioners regarding COVID-19.

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General
The DBA releases new guidance for dental practitioners
30 March 2020
On 27 March, the Dental Board of Australia (DBA) released further guidance for dental practitioners about managing COVID-19.

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Practitioner assessments
Postponement of ADC examinations
16 March 2020
An announcement from the ADC regarding the postponement of all written and practical examinations to 30 June 2020.

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Practitioner assessments
UAE written examination venue closures – March 2020 written examination
10 March 2020
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Education has announced a four-week closure of all public and private schools and higher education institutions across the Emirates, effective from Sunday 8 March 2020.

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Practitioner assessments
Novel coronavirus (COVID-19): Information for candidates
6 March 2020
The ADC’s current response to the evolving situation regarding COVID-19 in Australia and around the world.

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Accreditation Standards Review
How does education fit into the provision of culturally safe healthcare?
5 March 2020
The provision of a healthcare system which is culturally safe for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples requires a commitment from a range of groups, including higher education and training providers.

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Practitioner assessments
Consumers provide input on the assessment of communication skills
3 March 2020
On 21 February, the ADC brought together consumers and current ADC examiners for a standard setting workshop to identify the passing standard for the communication cluster of the general dentistry practical examination.

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Accreditation Standards Review
The consultation period for the draft accreditation standards is now open
18 February 2020
The Australian Dental Council is pleased to announce the opening of the consultation period for the proposed changes to the ADC/Dental Council (New Zealand) (DC(NZ)) Accreditation standards for dental practitioner programs (the Standards).

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Accreditation Standards Review
Why defining cultural safety is important for healthcare
13 February 2020
Understanding cultural safety is important in healthcare. This understanding helps ensure health professionals have the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to be able to work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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Practitioner assessments
The ADC introduces validity period for initial assessments
10 February 2020
The Australian Dental Council (ADC) has introduced a validity period for initial assessment applications for all dental professions.

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Practitioner assessments
2020 practical examination dates
7 February 2020
The ADC is pleased to announce application periods for practical examination seats between July and December 2020.

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Practitioner assessments
The importance of good communication in dental settings the focus at consumer workshop
29 November 2019
On 29 November, the Australian Dental Council (ADC) brought together volunteer consumers, from around the country, for the organisation’s first consumer-led communication skills workshop.

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