We have till now covered many vital points and procedures that are required for the process of migrating from INDIA to other countries and working there as dentist. Most of the dentists are interested in migrating to 3 major countries USA , Australia & UK. The reason being dentistry is one of the most highest paying jobs abroad. Dentists are the major earners in those societies . But mind you migrating completely from one place to another and particularly shifting base as dentist to a western or an european country is not easy. There are many hurdles like cultural differences , language and slang variations , extremely strict rules and exams for medical and dental professionals ( specially for those who studied overseas) and of-course the fiance and the luck of knowing a person in the country who can help you in all those initial days of struggle.
But if all the above said things are in order then you are all set to move abroad . In this post we will have a overview as to how can an INDIAN BDS person apply for dentistry in New Zealand.
An INDIAN BDS degree is not valid directly over in New Zealand. So in order to register with the dental council of new zealand one needs to clear their qualifying exam . The exam is called New Zealand Dentist Registration Examination (NZDREX).
Applicants with non-prescribed qualifications may apply to enter the New Zealand Dentist Registration Examinations (NZDREX) pathway.
The NZDREX comprises two components:
- Written Examination
- Clinical Examination
Given Below is the basic overview of the steps in registering with the New Zealand Dental Council.
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Eligibility Criteria for applying for the written Exam
Provide satisfactory evidence of successful completion of an appropriate dental qualification at a recognised tertiary academic institution.
Be registered as a dentist and provide a certified copy of the registration certificate, including Certificates of Good Standingion and / Verification and Genuineness certificate from relevant Boards/Council’s where registration is, or has been held in the last seven years. Certificates of Good Standing must be no more than three months old.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate and comprehend English to a level sufficient to protect the health and safety of the public as per the current Council’s Policy on English Competence and English Tests (please note that a pass of the relevant English Test will only be valid for two years).
Applicants have three years from the date of first sitting the written examination to pass both examination components.
For complete details follow the official site of Dental Council of New Zealand
http://www.dentalcouncil.org.nz/dcIndex
