Dental technician initial registration

The British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals, established under the Health Professions Act, licenses and regulates dental technicians and the practice of dental technology in British Columbia. In order to practice dental technology in British Columbia, applicants must complete the registration process, and obtain a license and certificate to practice.  

To obtain a list of required application documents, please choose the appropriate applicant category.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact BCCOHP. 

Application information

To apply for dental technician registration with the British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals, please complete and submit the Application for Registration

Or 

Apply online for registration as a Registered Dental Technician  

Applicants are also required to complete the BCCOHP’s Jurisprudence Module (JEM). BCCOHP staff will contact you for access to complete the module upon receipt of your application.

Individuals who have not completed their dental technology education at one of the approved programs in Canada must have their academic credentials verified and assessed through the Credentialing process of the Canadian Alliance of Dental Technology Regulators (CADTR).  

Applicants can find additional information on the CADTR website about the credential evaluation process and how to apply for credential evaluation 

To apply for student registration with the British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals, please complete and submit the Application for Student Registration.

Applicants are also required to complete the BCCOHP’s Jurisprudence Module (JEM). BCCOHP staff will contact you for access to complete the module upon receipt of your application.