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Dental Hygienist, Educational Limited (R.D.H.) License in Michigan

Quick Answer

Michigan's COS data shows educational limited dental hygienist information, not dental assistant. Contact the Michigan dental board for dental assistant requirements.

Timeline
1-6 months depending on pathway
Background Check
Required

Requirements

Dental Hygienist, Educational Limited (R.D.H.) license in Michigan

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Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Licensing Agency

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs~Bureau of Professional Licensing

Dental Hygienist, Educational Limited (R.D.H.) Salary in Michigan

Entry Level

$36,290

Median

$47,030

Experienced

$56,750

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Dental Hygienist, Educational Limited (R.D.H.) in Michigan.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing typically takes 1-6 months depending on pathway.

Dental Hygienist, Educational Limited (R.D.H.) Licensing in Michigan: What to Know

MISMATCH: The COS API returned data for 'Dental Hygienist, Educational Limited (R.D.H.)' instead of dental assistant. The requirements (CODA/ADA-accredited dental hygiene program, postgraduate enrollment, $31.80 fee, fingerprint/background check) are for a limited dental hygienist license. Contact the Michigan dental board for dental assistant requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get a Dental Hygienist, Educational Limited (R.D.H.) license in Michigan?
The process typically takes 1-6 months depending on pathway, depending on education completion and exam scheduling.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 15, 2026.