The ADC works to protect the health and safety of the public by ensuring dental practitioners meet the high standards required of dental professionals in Australia.
Information for internationally qualified dental practitioners on assessment pathways and requirements for practice in Australia.
Guidance and resources for education providers delivering ADC-accredited dental practitioner programs in Australia.
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ADC International (ADCI) is a leading independent authority in accreditation and assessment of health programs worldwide, with a particular focus on oral health.
ADC International (ADCI) is dedicated to elevating the standards of health education programs across the globe, with a particular emphasis on oral health. As an independent authority, we offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to support education providers and empower future health professionals.
We offer international program accreditation to education providers delivering oral health education and training programs outside of Australia and New Zealand. We can assist across a range of activities, including the development and review of quality assurance standards, policies and process to ensure their alignment with best practice, and the accreditation of international dental practitioner programs, benchmarking them against Australian standards. Please note: graduates from programs accredited by ADC International will not be eligible for registration in Australia without meeting Dental Board of Australia’s registration requirements. This includes successful completion of the ADC’s assessment and examination process overseas qualified dental practitioners.
With experience in the design and delivery of purpose-built facilities for examination and training purposes, we can provide advice across all aspects of the assessment and examination of professional competence. This includes establishing and reviewing processes and standards for examinations.