Student Chapter Requirements

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• Be affiliated with a dental hygiene education program

• Have a student advisor

• Have a student president who is a member of ADHA. (Contact ADHA if you do not currently have a student president, and we can help!)

• Maintain at least 10 active student members

• Student Chapters must register or renew annually

Registration is open from August 1 to October 1

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Student chapter benefits

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• ​ADHA Student Chapters are officially recognized organizations within dental hygiene programs, offering a great way to network, collaborate, and have fun with peers across the country. By registering your chapter, you’ll gain national recognition on the ADHA website, become eligible for the annual Student Chapter Video Competition and Outstanding Chapter Awards, and enjoy special perks during ADHA’s official Student Proud Week each April.

 

 

student membership

 

Get a head start on your RDH career by becoming a student member and getting involved with ADHA. 

Students enrolled in an accredited dental hygiene program or pursuing a complementary bachelor’s or graduate degree can receive the benefits enjoyed by the pros, for a super affordable rate. Choose from…

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• One-year student membership – just $85

• NEW! One-year membership + National Board Review (NBR) course bundle – $170

• Two-year student membership – only $150

• Two-year membership + NBR course bundle – $225

 

INDIVIDUAL STUDENT PAYMENTS

Students can join as a student member and provide payment at that time. Simply have your students follow these steps:

 1. Go to mymembership.adha.org.

 2. Click “Join Now” and then “Create an Account.”

 3. Complete this page with your contact information and create a username and password.

 4. Pick “Student Membership” on the next screen.

 5. Complete the following page which requests an alternate email address and educational information (required).

 6. Continue on to finalize your membership and submit a payment with a credit card.

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GROUP PAYMENT

ADHA will periodically send student membership rosters to student advisors to ensure that all students are accounted for. We ask that when received you check these over carefully to ensure that students’ information is correct and up to date. You can also request a roster any time by emailing student.relations@adha.net.

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Questions? Please contact ADHA at student.relations@adha.net or (312) 440-8900.

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New Professional Membership

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Graduated within the past two years? ADHA’s New Professional membership is made for you. Enjoy valuable support, resources, and a strong professional community—plus save 35% on professional dues as you transition from student to practicing dental hygienist.

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