Week 1 Flashcards
Test 1
What does CDHO stand for?
College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario
What is the role of the CDHO?
Regulatory body for over 15,000 Registered Dental Hygienists in Ontario
When was the CDHO established?
December 31, 1993
What legislation led to the creation of the CDHO?
RHPA, 1991 and DHA, 1991
What are the components of the CDHO?
Governing Council, 7 statutory committees, 2 non-statutory committees
How does the CDHO protect the public?
By regulating and setting policies for Registered Dental Hygienists
What is the function of the Council in the CDHO?
Sets policies and provides leadership and direction
How often does the College’s Council meet?
At least 3 times per year
What types of members are part of the Council?
Registered Dental Hygienists, public members, faculty members
Why does the CDHO exist?
To ensure safe, ethical, quality dental hygiene services
What are the 4 strategic direction statements of the CDHO?
- RDHs provide safe, effective care consistent with current standards of practice
- RDHs engage other professionals to achieve optimal health outcomes for Ontarians.
- Decision makers have
evidence-informed and actionable information - The public has access to information about
the benefits of the regulated dental hygiene practice,
the role of CDHO and regulatory processes
What is the purpose of the College Performance Measurement Framework (CPMF)?
To improve accountability, transparency, and oversight of colleges
What is meant by ‘statutory’?
Decided or controlled by law; related to laws or statutes
How many statutory committees does the CDHO have?
7
How many non-statutory committees does the CDHO have?
2
What is the role of the Inquiries, Complaints, and Reports Committee?
Investigates complaints regarding the conduct of registered dental hygienists
What does the Discipline Committee do?
Holds hearings on professional misconduct or incompetence
What is the goal of the Quality Assurance Committee?
Guide development and implementation of the QA program
What is the purpose of the Registration Committee?
Assesses applicants’ qualifications to practice dental hygiene
What is the focus of the Ownership Linkage Committee?
Establish a 3-year plan for constructive dialogue with owners
What does the Governance Committee advise on?
Elements of effective governance of the organization
True or False: The CDHO is an organization that advocates on behalf of Registered Dental Hygienists.
False
Fill in the blank: The CDHO partners with _______ to create a bursary for Indigenous students.
Indspire
What is one of the key commitments of the CDHO regarding diversity?
To remove systemic barriers and foster a sense of belonging
Prior to the CDHO, who regulated Dental Hygienists?
RCDSO
