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Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice (RDHAP) Spring 2026

Friday, February 06, 2026
09:00 a.m.

Add to Calendar 2026-02-06 09:00:00 2025-09-14 14:53:30 Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice (RDHAP) Spring 2026 February 6 – May 8, 2026Led by Mustafa Radif, BDS, RDHAP, MA, EdD(c), this online program is designed for dental hygienists interested in expanding their knowledge and ability to treat people with complex physical, medical or psychological needs and patients in underserved communities. It fulfills the Dental Hygiene Board of California’s 150-hour education requirement needed to apply for an RDHAP license. The virtual program consists of live, interactive webinars, online modules and a field study.The Dugoni School of Dentistry DifferenceA personalized program for RDHs led by practicing RDHAPsAn RDHAP program offered by an accredited dental schoolA fully online program approved by the Dental Hygiene Board of CaliforniaInterest-free payment plans available to qualified candidatesFunding available through the Sallie Mae Smart Option Student Loan®Convenient virtual program accessible from anywhere in CaliforniaCurriculum TopicsDental hygiene practice and theoryTreating medically complex patients, geriatric patients and children with and without special needsOral pathologyPharmacologyInformation managementDevelopmental disabilities and oral health careMedical and dental emergenciesBusiness administration for dental hygienistsWho Should AttendThis course is designed for RDHs seeking to apply for RDHAP licensure.Tuition: $3,400Deposit: $400 (nonrefundable)Format: Live, interactive webinars, online modules and a field of studyPresenterMustafa Radif, BDS, RDHAP, MA, EdD(c), is an internationally trained dentist who obtained a BS degree in dental hygiene from the Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2012. He earned a certificate as a dental educator through the American Dental Education Association in 2014 which was part of his master’s degree from University of the Pacific. He is currently an associate professor in the Department of Periodontics at the Dugoni School and serves as the senior clinic coordinator for the Dental Hygiene program. He pursued further training to become an RDHAP and has partnered with many public health organizations including the Community Medical Center where he serves as CEO of the nonprofit organization. Mustafa also served as the first president of the Delta Pacific Dental Hygienists’ Association and as a ADEX examiner and a local anesthesia board committee member. Mustafa is currently enrolled in the doctoral program in educational and organizational leadership at University of the Pacific. 155 5th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry America/Los_Angeles public

February 6 – May 8, 2026

Led by Mustafa Radif, BDS, RDHAP, MA, EdD(c), this online program is designed for dental hygienists interested in expanding their knowledge and ability to treat people with complex physical, medical or psychological needs and patients in underserved communities. It fulfills the Dental Hygiene Board of California’s 150-hour education requirement needed to apply for an RDHAP license. The virtual program consists of live, interactive webinars, online modules and a field study.

The Dugoni School of Dentistry Difference

A personalized program for RDHs led by practicing RDHAPs
An RDHAP program offered by an accredited dental school
A fully online program approved by the Dental Hygiene Board of California
Interest-free payment plans available to qualified candidates
Funding available through the Sallie Mae Smart Option Student Loan®
Convenient virtual program accessible from anywhere in California

Curriculum Topics

Dental hygiene practice and theory
Treating medically complex patients, geriatric patients and children with and without special needs
Oral pathology
Pharmacology
Information management
Developmental disabilities and oral health care
Medical and dental emergencies
Business administration for dental hygienists

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for RDHs seeking to apply for RDHAP licensure.

Tuition: $3,400
Deposit: $400 (nonrefundable)
Format: Live, interactive webinars, online modules and a field of study

Presenter

Mustafa Radif, BDS, RDHAP, MA, EdD(c), is an internationally trained dentist who obtained a BS degree in dental hygiene from the Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2012. He earned a certificate as a dental educator through the American Dental Education Association in 2014 which was part of his master’s degree from University of the Pacific. He is currently an associate professor in the Department of Periodontics at the Dugoni School and serves as the senior clinic coordinator for the Dental Hygiene program. He pursued further training to become an RDHAP and has partnered with many public health organizations including the Community Medical Center where he serves as CEO of the nonprofit organization. Mustafa also served as the first president of the Delta Pacific Dental Hygienists’ Association and as a ADEX examiner and a local anesthesia board committee member. Mustafa is currently enrolled in the doctoral program in educational and organizational leadership at University of the Pacific.