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What significant milestone occurred in January 1994 regarding the College of Dental Hygienist of Ontario (CDHO)?
What was one of the requests made by the Minister of Health in September 1994?
What legislative act was proclaimed in December 1993 affecting dental hygiene practice?
Which year saw the first administration of the National Dental Hygiene Examination (NDHCB) in Canada?
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What was the outcome of the joint submission to HPRAC from CDHO, ODHA, and educators in 1995?
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What significant change occurred in Ontario in 1947 regarding dental hygienists?
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What key regulatory change was made in 2007 with the passing of Bill 171?
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Which institutions began offering the first two-year Dental Hygiene programs in Ontario during 1997-1999?
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Which institution established the first dental hygiene program in Canada?
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What was introduced by the CDHO in January 1999 to enhance the professional standards of registrants?
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In what year did Ontario amend the Dentistry Act to include dental hygiene practice?
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What organization presented recommendations for dental hygiene to improve health services in 1980?
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When did Ontario dental hygienists gain self-governing status according to the Minister of Health?
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Which program was terminated due to retiring faculty members in 2000?
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What was the major outcome of the workshop involving 12 dental hygienists in 1985?
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What significant legislation was passed in Ontario in 1991?
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What year did Ontario first grant self-governing status to dental hygienists?
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Which province established the first dental hygiene educational program in Canada?
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What was the first year a full-time dental hygienist was employed by the Canadian Department of National Health and Welfare?
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Which organization was established in 1963 by alumni from the University of Toronto's dental hygiene program?
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Which legislation passed in 1991 pertains to the regulation of health professions in Ontario?
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What significant event occurred in 1954 regarding dental hygiene practice in Ontario?
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In which year did the University of Toronto's dental hygiene program graduate its last diploma class?
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What key recommendation did the Canadian Dental Hygienist Association present in 1980?
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What was the notable publication released by the Canadian Working Group in 1988 for dental hygienists?
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Which dental hygiene program was discontinued at the University of Toronto in 2000?
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What was the primary focus of the joint submission made by CDHO, ODHA, and Dental Hygiene Educators of Canada in 1995?
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In which year did the Minister of Health suggest the CDHO and RCDSO work together on a proposal regarding the 'order' for dental hygiene procedures?
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Which event marked the establishment of self-regulation of the College of Dental Hygienist of Ontario?
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What significant amendment was made to the RHPA and Dental Hygiene Act with the passing of Bill 171 in 2007?
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What was one of the main outcomes of the Health Profession Regulatory Advisory Council’s five-year review of the RHPA in 1999?
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Which College began offering the first two-year Dental Hygiene programs in Ontario during the years 1997-1999?
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In 1992, which institution established a baccalaureate degree completion program relevant to dental hygiene?
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What change to dental hygiene practice was proposed through discussions in September 1994?
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What was the primary purpose of the first National Dental Hygiene Examination (NDHCB) administered in 1996?
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Which milestone occurred in December 1993 regarding the RHP Act?
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Study Notes
Early Recognition and Education of Dental Hygiene in Canada
- 1947: Ontario legally recognized dental hygienists, amending the Dentistry Act.
- 1948: Legislation passed to enable dental hygiene education in Canada.
- 1950: Full-time dental hygienist hired by the Canadian Department of National Health and Welfare.
- 1950: Accreditation Commission on Dental Hygiene Education established by CDAC and CDA.
- 1951: University of Toronto launched the first dental hygiene educational program in Canada, graduating its first class in 1953; Dorothy Martin became the first registered dental hygienist in Ontario.
Development and Self-Regulation
- 1954: Ontario recognized dental hygiene practice through amendments to the Dentistry Act.
- 1963: University of Manitoba opened a School of Dental Hygiene.
- 1963: CDHA and ODHA were founded from University of Toronto alumni.
- 1975: Quebec achieved self-regulation for dental hygienists with government support.
- 1977: Final cohort of Dental Hygiene Diploma program graduates from University of Toronto; first Ontario Community College program graduates.
Professional Recognition and Standards
- 1980: CDHA recommended improvements for dental hygiene regulation, education, and standards.
- 1985: Workshop for Health/Welfare Canada aimed to develop dental hygiene standards of practice.
- 1987: Ontario announced plans for dental hygienists to gain self-governing status.
- 1988: Clinical Practice Standards for Dental Hygienists published by the Canadian Working Group.
Establishment of Regulatory Framework
- 1990: Ontario introduced the Health Profession Regulation Bill.
- 1991: Regulated Health Professions Act and Dental Hygiene Act passed, leading to the establishment of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO).
- 1991-1993: Transition Council laid foundational elements for CDHO, including the first meeting in Nov 1992.
Expansion and Professional Growth
- 1992: University of British Columbia established a baccalaureate degree completion program.
- 1993: RHPA 1991 received royal proclamation in December.
- 1994: CDHO held its first official council meeting, marking the start of self-regulation in dental hygiene.
- 1995: Joint submission from CDHO, ODHA, and dental hygiene educators urged removal of the required "order" from RHPA and DH Act.
Examination and Quality Assurance
- 1996: First National Dental Hygiene Examination administered nationwide; minister released recommendations on amending the Dental Hygiene Act.
- 1997-1999: Introduction of two-year Dental Hygiene programs at community colleges in Ontario during this period.
- 1999: Focus on quality assurance led to the establishment of a Quality Assurance Program by CDHO.
Recent Developments
- 2007: Bill 171 passed, allowing the self-initiation of dental hygiene care; first 250 dental hygienists approved for self-initiation.
- 2007: International Federation of Dental Hygienists held its 17th International Symposium in Toronto, Ontario.
Early Recognition and Education of Dental Hygiene in Canada
- 1947: Ontario legally recognized dental hygienists, amending the Dentistry Act.
- 1948: Legislation passed to enable dental hygiene education in Canada.
- 1950: Full-time dental hygienist hired by the Canadian Department of National Health and Welfare.
- 1950: Accreditation Commission on Dental Hygiene Education established by CDAC and CDA.
- 1951: University of Toronto launched the first dental hygiene educational program in Canada, graduating its first class in 1953; Dorothy Martin became the first registered dental hygienist in Ontario.
Development and Self-Regulation
- 1954: Ontario recognized dental hygiene practice through amendments to the Dentistry Act.
- 1963: University of Manitoba opened a School of Dental Hygiene.
- 1963: CDHA and ODHA were founded from University of Toronto alumni.
- 1975: Quebec achieved self-regulation for dental hygienists with government support.
- 1977: Final cohort of Dental Hygiene Diploma program graduates from University of Toronto; first Ontario Community College program graduates.
Professional Recognition and Standards
- 1980: CDHA recommended improvements for dental hygiene regulation, education, and standards.
- 1985: Workshop for Health/Welfare Canada aimed to develop dental hygiene standards of practice.
- 1987: Ontario announced plans for dental hygienists to gain self-governing status.
- 1988: Clinical Practice Standards for Dental Hygienists published by the Canadian Working Group.
Establishment of Regulatory Framework
- 1990: Ontario introduced the Health Profession Regulation Bill.
- 1991: Regulated Health Professions Act and Dental Hygiene Act passed, leading to the establishment of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO).
- 1991-1993: Transition Council laid foundational elements for CDHO, including the first meeting in Nov 1992.
Expansion and Professional Growth
- 1992: University of British Columbia established a baccalaureate degree completion program.
- 1993: RHPA 1991 received royal proclamation in December.
- 1994: CDHO held its first official council meeting, marking the start of self-regulation in dental hygiene.
- 1995: Joint submission from CDHO, ODHA, and dental hygiene educators urged removal of the required "order" from RHPA and DH Act.
Examination and Quality Assurance
- 1996: First National Dental Hygiene Examination administered nationwide; minister released recommendations on amending the Dental Hygiene Act.
- 1997-1999: Introduction of two-year Dental Hygiene programs at community colleges in Ontario during this period.
- 1999: Focus on quality assurance led to the establishment of a Quality Assurance Program by CDHO.
Recent Developments
- 2007: Bill 171 passed, allowing the self-initiation of dental hygiene care; first 250 dental hygienists approved for self-initiation.
- 2007: International Federation of Dental Hygienists held its 17th International Symposium in Toronto, Ontario.
Early Recognition and Education of Dental Hygiene in Canada
- 1947: Ontario legally recognized dental hygienists, amending the Dentistry Act.
- 1948: Legislation passed to enable dental hygiene education in Canada.
- 1950: Full-time dental hygienist hired by the Canadian Department of National Health and Welfare.
- 1950: Accreditation Commission on Dental Hygiene Education established by CDAC and CDA.
- 1951: University of Toronto launched the first dental hygiene educational program in Canada, graduating its first class in 1953; Dorothy Martin became the first registered dental hygienist in Ontario.
Development and Self-Regulation
- 1954: Ontario recognized dental hygiene practice through amendments to the Dentistry Act.
- 1963: University of Manitoba opened a School of Dental Hygiene.
- 1963: CDHA and ODHA were founded from University of Toronto alumni.
- 1975: Quebec achieved self-regulation for dental hygienists with government support.
- 1977: Final cohort of Dental Hygiene Diploma program graduates from University of Toronto; first Ontario Community College program graduates.
Professional Recognition and Standards
- 1980: CDHA recommended improvements for dental hygiene regulation, education, and standards.
- 1985: Workshop for Health/Welfare Canada aimed to develop dental hygiene standards of practice.
- 1987: Ontario announced plans for dental hygienists to gain self-governing status.
- 1988: Clinical Practice Standards for Dental Hygienists published by the Canadian Working Group.
Establishment of Regulatory Framework
- 1990: Ontario introduced the Health Profession Regulation Bill.
- 1991: Regulated Health Professions Act and Dental Hygiene Act passed, leading to the establishment of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO).
- 1991-1993: Transition Council laid foundational elements for CDHO, including the first meeting in Nov 1992.
Expansion and Professional Growth
- 1992: University of British Columbia established a baccalaureate degree completion program.
- 1993: RHPA 1991 received royal proclamation in December.
- 1994: CDHO held its first official council meeting, marking the start of self-regulation in dental hygiene.
- 1995: Joint submission from CDHO, ODHA, and dental hygiene educators urged removal of the required "order" from RHPA and DH Act.
Examination and Quality Assurance
- 1996: First National Dental Hygiene Examination administered nationwide; minister released recommendations on amending the Dental Hygiene Act.
- 1997-1999: Introduction of two-year Dental Hygiene programs at community colleges in Ontario during this period.
- 1999: Focus on quality assurance led to the establishment of a Quality Assurance Program by CDHO.
Recent Developments
- 2007: Bill 171 passed, allowing the self-initiation of dental hygiene care; first 250 dental hygienists approved for self-initiation.
- 2007: International Federation of Dental Hygienists held its 17th International Symposium in Toronto, Ontario.
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Explore the pivotal events that led to the recognition and establishment of dental hygiene as a profession in Canada. This quiz covers key legislation and milestones from 1947 to the 1950s that shaped the field. Test your knowledge on the important developments in dental hygiene education and practice.
