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The Value of Becoming an AADH Member

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Being a member of the American Academy of Dental Hygiene means more than joining an organization — it means gaining recognition, opportunity, and a platform to grow.

AADH members receive professional recognition, leadership and fellowship opportunities, access to speaking and mentoring roles, and visibility through member profiles and complimentary advertising. Membership also provides exclusive access to member-only resources, governance participation, and a national and international network of like-minded professionals.

Membership with AADH is a pathway to professional growth, leadership, and lasting impact within the dental hygiene profession.

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Membership That Works for You

  • AADH membership is ideal for dental hygienists who want to:

  • Be recognized as leaders in the profession

  • Grow beyond clinical practice

  • Influence the future of dental hygiene

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Leadership & Career Advancement

  • Opportunities to serve on committees and volunteer nationally

  • Eligibility to apply for elected leadership positions

  • Invitations to Governing Council meetings

Speaking, Mentorship & Growth

  • Speaker opportunities at AADH-sponsored programs

  • Mentoring opportunities as both mentor and mentee

  • A platform focused on long-term professional development

Exclusive Member Access

  • Members-only webpage and communications

  • Email notifications for opportunities, events, and announcements

Networking Without Borders

  • Connect with like-minded professionals nationally and internationally

  • Collaborate with educators, clinicians, researchers, and leaders

  • Formal Recognition

Member Benefits:

  • Fellowship Opportunity

  • Speaker Opportunities

  • Mentoring Opportunities

  • Volunteer Opportunities

  • Special voting privileges

  • Committee Opportunities

  • Leadership Opportunities

  • Membership discount for ADHA members

  • Access to our members only page

  • Get exposure on our members profile portal

  • Opportunities to apply for elected positions

  • Private invites to our Governing Council meetings

  • Platform to advance your professional growth

  • Showcase your accomplishments on our website and social profiles

  • Network with like-minded professionals nationally and internationally

  • Receive email notifications

Become a Member Today!

Want to get involved?  Awesome! We would love to have you join our team in support of our mission at the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc.. Learn more about how you can get involved and take advantage of the many opportunities for you!

New Membership Requirements:

  • Current licensure and/or current state dental hygiene registration.

  • Minimum of seventy-five hours of Academy approved, or agency recognized continuing education courses (given or taken) within five years prior to application. Only Twenty five (25)% of the total hours can be courses given by the applicant. Only fifteen hours are needed annually for membership renewal.

Renewal Membership Requirements:

  • Current licensure and/or current state dental hygiene registration.

  • Fifteen hours of Academy approved, or agency recognized continuing education courses (given or taken) annually.

Student Membership Application

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