YOUR FIRST STEP TOWARD CANADIAN DENTAL LICENSURE

Exam-focused courses and expert consultation for internationally trained dentists preparing for AFK, ACJ, NDECC, ADAT, and OSCE.

Scholars Dental AFK | Certified Educational Institution

WHY SCHOLARS DENTAL

Scholars Dental is an online-first dental education institute supporting internationally trained dentists worldwide seeking preparation for the NDEB equivalency and certification pathway.

We are committed to combining structured teaching and professional standards to support internationally trained dentists preparing to build their careers in Canada.

About Us

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Practice designed for exam readiness.

MOCK CASES

+100

10 YEARS

Supporting dentists through Canadian licensure.

STUDENTS

10K

Candidates supported across the NDEB pathway.

STUDENTS

10K

Candidates supported across the NDEB pathway.

NEW TO THE NDEB PROCESS? START HERE

Beginning the Canadian dental licensing pathway can feel overwhelming at first. This section is designed to help you understand the process, identify your next stage, and choose the preparation path that best fits your situation.

Explore the NDEB Pathway Structure

Understand how the direct and university pathways are organized, and how each route leads towards licensure in Canada.

Move forward with stronger support

See how step-by-step preparation, mock exams, mentorship, and feedback can make the NDEB process easier to navigate.

Choose your path

Review the courses, timelines, and support options available at each stage.

LET'S PLAN YOUR NDEB PATHWAY

EXPLORE COURSES

Scholars Dental offers structured online preparation for the major NDEB examinations, including AFK, ACJ, NDECC, and ADAT. Designed for internationally trained dentists, our courses support preparation with clearer structure, guided study systems, and flexible learning from anywhere in the world.

A comprehensive online course for the first step of the NDEB process, with lectures, questions, mock exams, and study books.

For candidates planning for to applying through the university pathway or preparing to keep both the university and NDEB pathways open.

A clinically oriented online course for the second step of the NDEB process, centred on cases, radiology, clinical judgement, and treatment planning.

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Hands-on preparation for the clinical skills exam, with work checks, instructor feedback, and daily practice in simulated settings.

EXPLORE FINANCING OPTIONS

Choose the financing route that best fits your course needs or broader licensure journey, or book a consultation if you are not sure which option suits your situation.

Loans up to $15,000 to cover exams, courses, and credential assessment
No Canadian credit history or collateral required
Fixed low interest rates with predictable repayment
No processing fees on the loan
Up to 2 years of interest-only payments while you study
Can be used for living expenses, materials, and exam fees
Includes career coaching and mentorship support
Helps you build your Canadian credit history

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Check your eligibility

Complete a short eligibility quiz to confirm you qualify for a loan.
Submit your application

Apply online with your career plan, documents, and intended training or exam pathway.
Review and coaching session

Your application is reviewed, and you are matched with a coach to refine your plan and next steps.
Receive your loan decision

A decision is typically provided within a few business days after your review.
Funding is released

Funds are issued to support your exams, courses, and related preparation costs.
Repay while progressing

You make manageable payments while continuing your preparation, often starting with interest-only payments during study.

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Targeted financial support aligned with the major NDEB examination milestones.
Funding is structured around different stages of the process, including AFK, ACJ, NDECC, and OSCE
Supports broader financial planning for individuals aiming to navigate the licensure pathway with structure and continuity.
Access a professional line of credit with increasing limits as you progress
Funding expands after key milestones in the NDEB process

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Apply for a professional line of credit
Submit your application through CIBC, typically after starting or progressing in your preparation.
Application is reviewed and approved
Approval is based on credit profile, financial history, and eligibility criteria.
Access your line of credit
Once approved, you can draw funds as needed to cover exams, courses, and preparation costs.
Funding grows as you progress
Credit limits may increase over time based on continued progress, repayment behaviour, and financial standing.
Repay flexibly while using funds
You typically make minimum interest payments while using the credit, with flexibility in how and when funds are used.