Become certified
A commitment to a national standard of excellence, and a credential the whole industry can read.
What certification is
What the designation actually confirms
Becoming certified with DOMAC represents a commitment to a national standard of excellence. Each designation confirms that an individual has demonstrated mastery of the competencies relevant to their role in dental office administration, management or consulting. Certification is voluntary and is not required to work in this profession.
To begin, register for the designation that fits your role. You will receive an email outlining the required documentation, along with an invitation to join DOMAC as a free member if you are not already one. Once your documentation has been reviewed and approved by the Certification Committee, you will be invoiced for the applicable fee and provided with access to your examination.
Why bother
Top reasons to get certified
Career advancement
Surveys consistently suggest that certified individuals earn higher salaries and gain more opportunities for career advancement.
Professional opportunities
Certification proves to prospective employers that your expertise is confirmed by DOMAC, a national governing body for dental office administration professions.
Proven achievement
Documented evidence of your professional achievement leads to recognition and respect for your abilities as a certified professional.
Choose your designation
We offer three certifications
Certified Professional Dental Office Administrator
For dental office administrators at the front desk of a practice.
Requirements & registrationCertified Professional Dental Office Manager
For office managers who run the business side of a dental practice.
Requirements & registrationCertified Professional Dental Consultant
For consultants advising dental practices from the outside.
Requirements & registrationOfficial documents
Protocols and policies
Read the Certification Protocols carefully before you apply. They set out eligibility and the cost of each certification.
The process
Every step, in order
Step 1 — Find out if you are eligible
To find out whether you are eligible, and to see the cost of each certification, review the Certification Protocols. Read them carefully so you know for certain that you are eligible to write the exam. If you need any assistance, call us at 1-888-624-9888.
Step 2 — Join us for free
As part of becoming a free member, you will review our Code of Conduct. With your free membership application you will receive a copy of the Code to sign, and a chance to ask any questions you have about the association or the Code itself.
Step 3 — Register and submit your documentation
Register for the designation that matches your role using the form on its page. Prepare and submit the required documentation for review. Once the Certification Committee approves it, we will invoice you for the application and exam fee.
Step 4 — Write the exam
Once fees are paid, you will receive access links to the practice exam and the final exam. Your certification is issued when you pass.
Step 5 — Renew every year
Certification is maintained through annual renewal, which includes 20 hours of continuing education and a signed copy of the Code. See the renewal requirements.