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Key Facts: DANB NELDA Exam
230
Total NELDA Questions
DANB NELDA 2026 packet
180 min
Total Exam Time
DANB NELDA 2026 packet
$230
NELDA Package Fee
DANB NELDA 2026 packet
80/75/75
AMP/ICE/RHS Split
DANB NELDA 2026 packet
381,900
Dental Assistant Jobs (2024)
BLS OOH
8%
Projected Growth (2024-2034)
BLS OOH
DANB's NELDA 2026 application packet lists a 230-question package in 180 total minutes for $230: AMP (80 questions/60 min), ICE (75 questions/60 min), and RHS (75 questions/60 min). DANB's exam outlines list ICE domain weights at 34/41/25 and RHS at 50/25/25. BLS reports 381,900 dental assistant jobs in 2024 with 8% projected growth from 2024-2034.
About the DANB NELDA Exam
The DANB NELDA credential is an entry-level dental assistant pathway made up of three component exams: AMP (Anatomy, Morphology, and Physiology), ICE (Infection Control), and RHS (Radiation Health and Safety).
Questions
230 scored questions
Time Limit
180 minutes total
Passing Score
Pass all 3 components (AMP, ICE, RHS)
Exam Fee
$230 package (DANB / Pearson VUE)
DANB NELDA Exam Content Outline
AMP (Anatomy, Morphology, and Physiology)
Head/neck anatomy, tooth morphology, dentition foundations, oral structures, and terminology for entry-level assisting
ICE (Infection Control)
Disease transmission, instrument processing, barriers/disinfection, hazard communication, and post-exposure response workflow
RHS (Radiation Health and Safety)
Image selection and technique, radiation characteristics/protection, ALARA, digital quality checks, and error correction
How to Pass the DANB NELDA Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Pass all 3 components (AMP, ICE, RHS)
- Exam length: 230 questions
- Time limit: 180 minutes total
- Exam fee: $230 package
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
DANB NELDA Study Tips from Top Performers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DANB NELDA exam format?
DANB's 2026 NELDA application packet lists three component exams totaling 230 questions in 180 minutes: AMP (80/60), ICE (75/60), and RHS (75/60).
How much does the NELDA package cost?
DANB's posted 2026 NELDA packet lists the package fee at $230.
What is tested most heavily on ICE and RHS?
DANB's outlines list ICE domain weights as Infection Prevention and Control (34%), Sterilization/Disinfection (41%), and Occupational Safety (25%). RHS is weighted Purpose and Technique (50%), Radiation Characteristics/Protection (25%), and Infection Prevention/Control (25%).
Where is NELDA tested?
DANB lists Pearson VUE testing-center delivery for NELDA component exams.
How should I prepare for NELDA efficiently?
Use component-based study blocks: rotate AMP fundamentals, then ICE workflows, then RHS retake-reduction drills. Practice in timed sets of 25-50 questions and review rationales immediately after each set.