National Dental Assisting Examination Board Scholarship for Indigenous Dental Assistants

About this award

Get free registration for your NDAEB (National Dental Assisting Examination Board) Written Exam and funding for Indigenous students in dental assisting programs across Canada — apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount for the scholarship itself, but you receive complimentary registration for the NDAEB (National Dental Assisting Examination Board — the body that certifies dental assistants) Written Exam. As a scholarship, this benefit is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a First Nations, Inuit, or Métis student pursuing a career in dental assisting. You have three application deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is through email, a portal, or by phone. Selection criteria aren't published in detail, though the board prioritizes demonstrated financial need along with your academic performance and your contributions to your community. Ask the National Dental Assisting Examination Board how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask the National Dental Assisting Examination Board during your application how the scholarship funds reach you — some awards pay students directly, while others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with the National Dental Assisting Examination Board whether it's a one-time award or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Post Secondary — study level
• ✓ Studying Dental Assisting — field of study

How to apply

1. 1

   Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour

   Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.

2. 2

   Request your official transcript1–2 weeks

   Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.

3. 3

   Submit by August 1, 2026~1 hour

   Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.

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