Future Direction for Dental Hygiene and BCDHA

The following questions are meant to inform BCDHA’s Board of Directors on BC dental hygienists’ priorities to promote the professional growth of its members, advocate for the profession of dental hygiene and support its members in improving the health of the public through oral health promotion. Your input is vital to assisting the Association in meeting this mandate and for long-term planning. Your assistance is very much appreciated!

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Section One

When answering the following questions, please consider what scope of practice and practice models will be required to meet evolving public and professional needs in 5–10 years.

1. Looking 5-10 years ahead, should the dental hygiene scope of practice expand?
2. If expansion of the dental hygiene scope of practice were considered, which general areas should be prioritized?
Select between 1 and 3 choices.
3. Over the next 5-10 years, in which practice models should the profession increase its presence?
Select between 1 and 3 choices.
5. Do you believe the profession is ready to pursue expanded scope and/or new practice models?

Section Two

When answering the following questions, please consider your current engagement with BCDHA and how it might improve.

9. Do you find the weekly Newsletters to members valuable?
10. Are Newsletters once per week:
11. Have you joined the virtual study club?
12. Considering the new QAP requirements, how often do you feel BCDHA should offer free continuing education webinars: