Denturists take impressions to make upper and lower, complete or partial dentures. Denturists also adjust, repair or rebase removable dentures. Most denturists work in private practice.
This profession is regulated in Manitoba by the Denturist Association of Manitoba.
Note: The association conducts the licensing process in English only. Thus, all requested documents must be translated into English.
To work as a denturist in Manitoba you must:
You must complete the following steps:
STEP 1: Contact the Denturist Association of Manitoba and tell them you are an internationally educated denturist and want to receive information on how to become licensed to practise in Manitoba.
Denturist Association of Manitoba
PO Box 70006, 1 - 1660 Kenaston Boulevard
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3P 0X6
Phone: 204-897-1087
Fax: 204-488-2872
E-mail: administrator@denturistmb.org
Website: denturistmb.org
STEP 2: Complete the Denturist Association of Manitoba application form.
You must submit the following:
* If documents are not in English, notarized translations are required.
STEP 3: Complete a two-year internship in Manitoba under a licensed denturist.
STEP 4: Complete theoretical and practical examinations.
STEP 5: When all requirements have been met and fees paid, you will be licensed to practise as a denturist in Manitoba.
Additional information
Annual membership fee is C$1,500. This includes a C$200 licence fee plus professional liability insurance.
Internship fee is C$200.
The theoretical and practical examinations are offered once a year, usually in the fall. The total fee is C$1,000.
Language: As part of your work, you are required to have intermediate or advanced English language skills in the four basic language areas - listening, speaking and reading and writing comprehension. Therefore, you should be able to:
Revised October 2011
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