2026 ADEX Dental Hygiene Examination Candidate Manuals & Forms

Candidates are responsible for understanding content included in the Candidate Guide, Candidate Manuals and forms regarding simulated-patient examination procedures, protocols and processes applicable to the January 1-July 31, 2026 exam season.

Candidate Guide

General Policies & Candidate Information
Download Policy Manual

ADEX Dental Hygiene Clinical Exam

Clinical examination manual
Download Clinical Manual

Dental Hygiene CSCE OSCE Exam

Computer-based examination manual
Download OSCE Manual

Clinical Examination Form (sample)

Dental Hygiene Assignment & Candidate Findings Form (ACF)

Mock Board Examination Forms

Mock Board Grading Forms & ACF

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions on topics such as applying for ADEX and other exams, sample OSCE questions, how to get score reports, attempt limits, and more.

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