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However, you must be certified as a Dental Radiation Technologist (DRT) to perform X-rays or as a Qualified Dental Assistant (QDA) for expanded duties.","question":"Do I need a license to work as a dental assistant in Maryland?"},{"answer":"Certification is valid for two years and typically expires on the second anniversary of its effective date.","question":"How long is my DRT certification valid?"},{"answer":"DRTs must complete a 2-hour Board-approved course in infection control for each renewal cycle. If you have not practiced 600 hours in the last 6 years, additional CE is required.","question":"What are the CE requirements for renewal?"},{"answer":"No. You must have the physical certificate in your possession and displayed at your place of employment before performing any radiographic procedures.","question":"Can I perform X-rays while my application is pending?"}],"fee_payment_url":null,"fingerprint_delay_weeks":null,"fingerprint_fee":null,"fingerprint_method_in_state":null,"fingerprint_method_out_of_state":null,"fingerprint_required":true,"fingerprint_url":null,"fingerprint_vendor":null,"fingerprint_vendor_url":null,"initial_fee_amount":200.0,"initial_fee_breakdown":null,"last_updated":null,"last_verified":null,"license_duration":null,"licensing_pathway":null,"payload_url":null,"processing_time":"4 to 6 Weeks","profession":"Dental Assistant","provisional_info":null,"reciprocity_info":null,"renewal_cycle":"Every 2 years","renewal_fee_amount":null,"renewal_portal_url":null,"required_documents":[{"description":"The official application form, fully completed and notarized.","name":"DRT Initial Application Form","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"A 2x2 color photo with a white background, taken within the last 2 years.","name":"Passport-Style Photograph","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Official passing letter results from the DANB Radiation Health and Safety exam.","name":"DANB RHS Official Results","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Proof of completing the 24-hour Board-approved dental radiation course.","name":"Course Completion Certificate","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"A copy of the receipt provided by the fingerprinting vendor as proof of background check submission.","name":"CHRC Fingerprint Receipt","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Documentation showing you are at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or GED.","name":"Proof of Age and Education","url":null,"url_label":null}],"slug":"maryland-da","state_name":"Maryland","state_slug":"maryland","statutes_url":null,"steps":[{"description":"Complete a 24-hour Board-approved course in dental radiation technology (classroom only).","title":"Complete Board-Approved Education","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Register for and pass the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) examination.","title":"Pass the DANB RHS Exam","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Complete the fingerprinting process for a state and federal background check. You must use the Board's specific authorization number.","title":"Complete Criminal History Record Check (CHRC)","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Complete the Application for Initial Dental Radiation Technologist Certification. This must be notarized and mailed to the Board office in Catonsville.","title":"Submit DRT Application","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Include a check or money order for $20.00 payable to the 'Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners'. Cash is not accepted.","title":"Pay Certification Fee","url":null,"url_label":null}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":null,"temp_license_fee":null,"temp_license_processing_time":null,"updated_at":"2026-05-24T09:13:14.593632+00:00","verify_license_url":null}