u/Mildlyfierce

Let’s email NDEB to request them for opening more seats for nov ACJ…

I feel it would be worth taking a chance if it makes a difference for all of us.

I’m planning to take the ADAT next March/April, and my goal is to score 600+. I cleared the AFK on my first attempt after preparing thoroughly, so I still have all my notes and study resources. However, I honestly have no idea where to start with ADAT preparation or how different it is from the AFK.

For those who scored 600+ (or did well on the ADAT):
• What resources did you use?
• How did you structure your study plan?
• How many months did you study?
• Which topics should I prioritize?
• Is AFK prep a solid foundation, or should I expect to study a lot of new material?

I’d really appreciate any advice, study schedules, or resource recommendations.

Thanks!

Looking for some career advice from practicing Canadian dentists.

I’m an internationally trained dentist currently going through the NDEB equivalency pathway. Please be kind.

Unfortunately, I didn’t pass the ACJ exam, and at this point getting a seat for the next November exam seems very unlikely. My next realistic attempt would be in May, which means another year with no guarantee of success.

I’ve always been a strong student, from dental school in my home country to the AFK exam and my ACJ preparation. Failing this exam has been difficult to process because it wasn’t something I expected.

Before starting the NDEB pathway, I had a decent corporate job in Canada. While it paid well, I genuinely didn’t enjoy the work. It was a stable career, but it was never my dream, which is why I chose to pursue dentistry instead.

I’m trying to make a practical decision rather than an emotional one. These are the options I’m considering:

1.	Leave the NDEB pathway and return to my corporate career.  
2.	Continue preparing for the ACJ while working as a dental assistant until my next attempt, with no real back up  
3.	Prepare for both the ACJ and ADAT to keep advanced standing/university options open.  
4.	Attempt the ACJ one more time, and if I still don’t pass, transition into a 1.5-year dental hygiene program.

For those of you who are practicing dentists in Canada, what would you do in my situation? Have you seen colleagues take alternative paths that worked out well? Is there another option I’m overlooking?

I’d really appreciate honest, practical advice based on your experience in the profession. Thanks in advance.

Failed the ACJ May 2026 exam and looking for backup options while I prepare for the May attempt.
Getting a seat for the Nov 2026 exam now seems next to impossible. My biggest concern is losing another year without knowing whether I’ll clear the exam next May.

Before anyone asks, I will NOT be sharing which institute I joined for ACJ course. What I will say is that I’ve consistently been a top-performing student, from dental school in my home country to my AFK mocks and ACJ mocks during preparation. I also cleared my AFK in first try.

Before starting the NDEB pathway, I had a decent corporate job in Canada. While it paid well, I genuinely didn’t enjoy the work. It was a decent career, but it was never my dream, which is why I decided to pursue dentistry in the first place.

I’m looking for genuine advice from people who have been in a similar situation. These are the options I’m considering:

1.	Stop pursuing dentistry and return to my corporate career.  
2.	Attempt the ACJ again next May while working as a dental assistant, with no real backup plan.  
3.	Attempt the ACJ again and also take the ADAT to keep university pathways open.  
4.	Attempt the ACJ again, and if I still don’t pass, enroll in a 1.5-year dental hygiene program.

If you’ve been through this process or know someone who has, what would you recommend? Are there other options I should be considering that I may have overlooked?

Thank you.

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for the Nov 2026 ACJ exam seat and am open to any location in Canada or overseas. If you or anyone you know are planning to cancel your seat, I’m happy to cover your cancellation fee and pay extra.
Please DM me if you have anything available. Thanks!