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Department of State Announces NEW LICENSURE PROCESSING GUIDE The Pennsylvania Department of State (DOS) released its new Licensure Processing Guide to help dentists and other licensees understand and navigate the licensing process. The guide explains the three phases of the licensing process and the average length of time each phase will take. The guide also includes recommendations for how to shorten processing times. The dental licensing board is not yet featured in the guide, but the DOS is adding additional boards on a rolling basis. In the meantime, check out these three online resources that will better prepare you for renewing your license in 2021. 1 2 1. Licensure Processing Guide https://www.dos.pa.gov/Professional Licensing/Pages/professional-licensing- guides.aspx 2. How to Apply for a Professional License https://www.youtube.com/tch? v=cm8rq9LWsAI&feature=youtu.be 3. What Happens to My Application https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=q3DN1YONydg& feature=youtu.be 38 NOV E M B E R/DE CE M BER 2019 | P EN N S YLVA N IA D EN TA L J O UR NAL 3