RCC Dental Programs

Criminal Background Information

• How a Criminal History Can Affect the Licensure Process
• Potentially disqualifying conditions
• Criminal History/Background Check (State of Oregon)

General Information on the Criminal Background Check

1. Accepted Dental Hygiene or Dental Assistant Program students must complete the criminal background check process and email the "Criminal Background Check Statement of Understanding" to the Dental Department Director at [email protected] by the specified deadline.
2. Students must request a criminal  background check from the specified vendor, pay the fees, and authorize the Dental Department to access the results by the deadline. The vendor will compare the applicant's record against a list of reviewable crimes (permanent, ten-year, and five-year). If there is a match, the applicant may be notified of potential disqualification. Disqualified individuals can challenge their record's accuracy with the vendor, using the contact information provided in the Program's letter.
3. Disqualified students who believe they no longer pose a threat can request an "Appeal for Reconsideration of Exclusion" by scheduling an appointment with the program director by calling 541-956-7370.
4. Certain felony convictions within the past seven years, specific drug convictions, multiple DUIs, serious misdemeanors, or a computer crime may make a student ineligible for appeal. For DUI convictions within 18 months of the Program's start, an appeal requires proof of completing a diversion or treatment program at least 12 months before the Program begins. Students with pending legal issues won't be considered for an appeal until their case is resolved.
5. Refer to the Criminal History and Abuse Checks for the list of disqualifying crimes.