It's hard to believe it has already been two months since I started class towards getting my EFDA license. (Not to mention it's been nine years since I was in a classroom setting or have taken a test! - A little intimidating, but I'm always up for a challenge.) Continuing education courses and seminars have frequently been a part of my position as a dental assistant. However, being a student again has required some adjustment and self-discipline. I've been brushing up on my note-taking and study skills and I'm thankful to say that it has definitely paid off. 
It's exciting to learn and develop new skills in restorative dentistry, and I can't wait to put them to use in our practice. Obtaining your EFDA license not only improves your knowledge and abilities as an assistant, but also adds to value to your practice as a whole. Being in an educational environment with other dental assistants from different practices is also a great way to network and gain useful information.
If you are interested in the possibility of becoming an EFDA, take the first step by discussing it with your doctor. Then, look into programs at local schools. You will find many of them offer evening and weekend classes that allow you to continue your current work schedule.
My midterm is only two weeks away...........back to studying!
