Student Membership
Attention All Senior Dental Students!
Elevate Your Journey from Student to Dentist by Participating in the National Signing Day
đź“… Date: March 20th
⏰ Time: 12 PM
đź“Ť Location: UNLV
This is your moment to shine and step forward into your professional future with confidence. National Signing Day is not just an event; it's a celebration of your hard work, dedication, and the bright future that lies ahead in the field of dentistry.
For more details and to ensure your participation, please contact Marianna Kacyra at 📧 mkacyra@nvda.org.
Don't miss out on this important occasion to commemorate your transition from dental student to dental professional. Mark your calendars and join us in this significant milestone.
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National Signing Day gives senior dental students the opportunity to Level up your membership from student to dentist. Graduate students enjoy ADA national membership for $0 dues for the duration of program and all dental school graduates receive 18 months of ADA national membership for $0 dues (dues may apply at some states and locals). Level up and enjoy all the benefits of the ADA and whichever state and local dental society you end up practicing in.
Stay Connected During the Most Critical Stage of Your Career!
- Gain access to unique transition resources at the national, state and local level
- Receive $0 national membership dues for the remainder of 2024 and 2025, or duration of graduate program, if you are pursuing one.
- Be automatically enrolled in the graduated dues discount program. Entitling you to receive 100% dues discount the first full year following graduation (2025) and 50% dues discount your second year out (year 2026).
PLUS! If 95% or more of the 2024 graduating class at your school participates in NSD, your ASDA chapter will receive $1,000! Achieve the goal and funds will be directly deposited into your ASDA Chapter bank account within 30 days.
Level up today! You will need your ADA number or the email address (hint – it’s the email you receive ADA Morning Huddle and other updates) to login. Not currently an ASDA member? Use our digital non-member application to join. Reach out to us if you have any challenges logging in!
Graduates - Converting Your Membership Comes With Perks
Don’t wait to gain access your membership perks – you can join for free! You may need your ADA number. This can be provided by email request to info@nvda.org.
Graduate Student Membership
Dentists who have graduated and currently attending a specialty graduate program are eligible for free membership. Please submit a Graduate Student Application below to stay active as an ADA member. The application can be submitted via email to info@nvda.org or fax to 702-255-3302.
Student Membership
ASDA, American Student Dental Association
Students currently attending a CODA accredited university are qualified to be a member of the American Student Dental Association.
Connect with the ADA
The ADA can help make your dental school journey easier.
STUDENT BENEFITS
ADVOCACY
As America’s leading oral health advocate, the ADA works tirelessly to influence public policies affecting the practice of dentistry and the oral health of the American public. ada.org/en/advocacy
See the issues that affect students and take action: ada.org/key-issues
Disability Insurance - free for students!
$2,000/month of coverage in the ADA Student Members Disability Insurance Plan plus up to $150,000 in student loan repayment benefits. Disability insurance protects the investment you're making in your dental career by providing a source of monthly income if an illness, injury, or accident prevents you from completing dental school.
Life Insurance
$50,000 of coverage in the ADA Student Members Term Life Insurance Plan. Life insurance provides debt protection for your student loans and other financial obligations — and it can serve as loan collateral when you purchase a practice. If you have questions, contact Great West at 800-568-2001 or ada@greatwest.com for assistance.
STUDENT RESOURCES
National Student Resources
Whether you are wondering about dentistry as a career, or completing your licensure requirements and preparing to care for patients, the ADA has the resources to help you lay the foundation for a promising future. Resources for Dental Students
Local Student Resources
Networking
The Southern Nevada New Dentist Committee is a local component within the American Dental Association’s New Dentist Network. A “new dentist” is defined as an individual who has been out of dental school for less than ten years but is not limited to include dental students. New Dentist, Facebook
Mentorship
The mentor program enables dental students and new graduates to obtain counsel and guidance with some of the concerns involved in beginning a dental career. The Mentor Program is geared towards integrating the dentists of tomorrow with the dental community. More
Employment
The Match program provides a service to match dental professionals with career opportunities in Southern Nevada. For access click the link: match.sndsonline.org
Tripartite Membership After Graduation
Tripartite Membership After Graduation
As a ​recent graduate you meet the criteria to be a tripartite member in Nevada. If you are still attending dental school you may join ASDA (using the link above) until graduation.
When starting your career we understand that there are challenges that are better managed with a little flexibility. We offer a reduced dues program until your 3rd year out of dental school! In order to take advantage of this dues structure you must join the tripartite, Nevada Dental Association, American Dental Association and your local component the society. Your membership dues invoice will automatically show a rate reduction every year as follows;
- Year of Graduation: You pay $0 dues
- Year 1 out of dental school: You pay $0 in dues
- Year 2 out of dental school : You pay 50% of full dues
- Year 3 and thereafter: You pay the full dues amount.
Graduate Student Membership
If you are currently attending a graduate program, you can keep your tripartite membership active for free by submitting a Graduate Student Form by fax at 702-255-3302. Contact the NDA at 702-255-4211 for more information. nvda.org/membershipSee the most current NDA Tripartite Member Benefits - Benefits of Membership
Free CE Online for Dental Students
Did you know? CE Online is free for dental students. As you get closer to graduation, you may find that clinical CE will help you expand your skill set and be more prepared for certain procedures once you start to practice. Learn more: asdablog.comGET INVOLVED
Student Lobby Day
The Student Lobby Day events' goals are to address issues that heavily impact the profession of dentistry such as the State of Politics, Student Loan Programs, Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act, and Health Care Reform! Contact your ASDA Chapter for more information.
STAY INFORMED
Follow ASDA on Social Media for current student updates!
The Blog of the American Student Dental Association
Straight (money) talk to a new dentist
- Article provided by ASDA Mouthing Off Blog
"I’m frequently asked what advice I would give to a new dentist. I compiled this list based on my years of experience advising dentists on their personal and practice finances and hearing, “I wish someone had told me this sooner.” These pointers should help you make thoughtful financial decisions, largely without regret." Read More
