ARSD 20:43:08:01. Definitions

As used in this chapter: (1) "Certificate of competency" means a certificate attesting that an individual is qualified to perform expanded functions by having successfully completed a program as described in § 20:43:08:05; (2) "Dental assistant" means a person who performs duties or procedures as authorized by this article that does not need to be registered or licensed with the board; (3) "Expanded functions" means reversible procedures which require professional proficiency and specific training, performed under the direct supervision of a dentist; (4) "Registered dental assistant," means a person registered as a registered dental assistant who is authorized to perform expanded functions under the direct supervision of a dentist as authorized by this article.