SCHOLARSHIPS/MEMBERSHIP

Benefits of being a ADHA/MSDHA member

ADHA membership opens the door to many opportunities for professional recognition and growth. Leadership opportunities are present on every level of membership, and valuable friendships can be made along the way. --

As the largest professional organization representing the interests of dental hygienists, ADHA has the experience and the resources to help you make the most of your professional future. Our members enjoy professional support, educational programs, and numerous opportunities for participation in association decision making.

Outstanding networking opportunities
Each member of ADHA is automatically a member of the national association, the state association (constituent), and local society (component) where applicable. Each segment has its specific role in your success. Members meet regularly to exchange ideas, information, and share experiences.

Insurance
The ADHA offers a variety of insurance plans at group discounts to members. Insurance options include professional liability, life, medical, cancer, disability, accidental death, and equipment coverage. Visit ADHA Insurance to get details.

Discounts on automobile and homeowners insurance are also available from Geico or call at 800-368-2734

Self-study continuing education programs
These courses keep you up to date on the latest scientific trends in your profession, and present the most current theories and techniques in dental hygiene practice.

Professional enrichment-
You will receive monthly magazines; The Journal of Dental Hygiene and Access Magazine. The Journal of Dental Hygiene brings you the latest scientific and technical information affecting clinical practice, education, and research. $35 value.

Access, ADHA's professional magazine, focuses on current issues in health care, dental hygiene practice, and legislative developments. Gives you all the Up-to-the-minute news and information. $45 value.

MBNA
Apply for ADHA sponsored credit care, sign up for financial planning and mileage programs at MBNA or call 800-410-6262

Hotel Discount Program
Members receive discounts from major hotels such as Ramada, Travelodge, AmeriHost and Howard Johnson.

Employment assistance
ADHA offers state employment referral services, national classified advertising, and employment reference materials to help you move ahead in your career.

Job security
ADHA's legislative efforts monitor and impact government activities that influence the practice of dental hygiene and protect your role as a provider of oral health care.

Collective clout
ADHA is the largest association that represents the interests of the dental hygiene profession. ADHA recognizes you as a provider of quality oral health care and represents you in the professional community. It is a strong, united organization that guides the development of dental hygiene practice and helps enhance and protect your status as an oral health care provider. Through your association, you can achieve goals that you could not achieve alone.

Recognition
ADHA membership opens the door to many opportunities for professional recognition and growth. Leadership opportunities are present on every level of membership, and valuable friendships can be made along the way.