The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry is now accepting applications for the 2023 Examination Committee.

The Examination Committee is comprised of the three subcommittees listed below:

  • Qualifying Examination Subcommittee (QES)
  • Oral Clinical Examination Subcommittee (OCES)
  • Renewal of Certification Process Subcommittee (ROCPS)

The application deadline is August 1, 2022, and once submitted applications will be collated for review by the subcommittee leadership and ABPD Board of Directors.

To be eligible to apply, you need to meet the following qualifications and maintain them throughout the entire appointment term:

  • A diplomate in good standing.
  • An active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD).
  • Must be at least five years since board certification.
  • Must be actively involved in direct patient care or clinical teaching of pediatric dentistry on a weekly basis.

Click here to learn more about the Committee Application Process

Subcommittee members will be required to participate in the Examination Committee Workshop scheduled January 27-28, 2023, and in the Renewal of Certification Process if not already enrolled.

If you are appointed as a subcommittee member, you will also be eligible to serve as an examiner for the Oral Clinical Examination, on an as-needed basis.

Ready to apply?

Log in to your ABPD profile and under the “Things You Can Do” section on your dashboard, click on the link for the Examination Committee Application.