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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.
The one day written examination is held in Melbourne, Australia and select overseas venues (Toronto, Singapore, London, Johannesburg, Sao Paulo and the UAE).
We do not recommend or endorse any proprietary or informal courses advertising as preparation for the written examination. These courses are developed and run without ADC input. We cannot be held responsible for the quality of training or advice provided through these courses.
A two-day examination testing your application of knowledge to clinical practice.
ELIGIBILITY:
Successful, valid initial assessment
TIMEFRAME:
5 months from application period to results release (approximately)
COST:
$1,432 AUD
VALIDITY:
5 years
Initial Assessment Deadline: ⓘMore informationYou must submit your complete initial assessment application by this date for your application to be assessed in time for this written examination period. This is not a guarantee of examination eligibility. Incomplete applications will require additional submission of documents and may not be assessed in time for the examination.
12 April 2026
Application Period: ⓘMore informationYou must apply for a seat at a written examination location/date during this time period. All eligible candidates will receive an email at the start of this period with a link to apply.
9 – 16 June 2026
Examination Date:ⓘMore informationThe written examination will be held on these dates.
Friday 2 October 2026
11 October 2026
8 – 15 December 2026
Friday 2 April 2027
11 April 2026
8 – 15 June 2027
Friday 17 September 2027
To sit the written examination, you must:
If you meet the eligibility requirements a written examination application link will appear on your ADC Connect profile when the application period opens.
Follow the instructions to complete the application and pay the associated application fee. Once payment is processed you will receive an email to confirm your application has been received. Your ADC Connect profile will also be updated confirming your written examination.
The written examination for dental prosthetists is a paper-based examination. It is delivered in one day at a venue in Melbourne, Victoria or at select overseas venues (Toronto, Singapore, London, Johannesburg, Sao Paulo and the UAE).
Your written examination results will be released via ADC Connect approximately six weeks after your examination date.
A pass in the written examination is valid for five years and there are no limits on the number of times you can attempt the examination.