What the Association offers you:
We publish and distribute:
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the OHASA Journal, the official mouthpiece
of the Association - a communication tool on everyday oral hygiene and a forum for
publishing clinical and scientific articles |
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other useful publications for the oral hygiene profession
and the public |
Members can receive 6 Dentistry South Africa Journals per year at a reduced
subscription fee
We consult and negotiate on members’ behalf with
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The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) |
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The South African Dental Association (SADA) |
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Financial Institutions |
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Dental Traders |
Through our Regional Branches members can
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Attend branch meetings with selected guest speakers where
they can air their views and enjoy social events free of charge |
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Attend CPD Activities at reduced registration fees |
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attend branch CPD activities/meetings/seminars with selected
guest speakers where they can air their views and enjoy social events free of charge |
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enjoy the camaraderie of their colleagues |
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obtain assistance and information from regional branch
committees |
We maintain fellowship with, inter alia
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International Federation of Dental Hygienists (OHASA is a
registered Association Member of the International Federation of Dental Hygienists) |
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National Oral Hygienists’ Associations abroad |
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Other Healthcare Organisations |
We arrange continuing education courses (including a five-yearly
International Congress) and accredit courses for CPD points
We negotiates reduced registration fees for congresses, symposiums,
seminars, symposiums etc
We provide our members with an OHASA membership card and number (linked
to their HPCSA registration number) as proof to qualify for reduced fees with
registration for congresses, symposiums, seminars etc
We provide members with OHASA business cards at a minimum cost
We provide members with general advice and regular updated
information
We provide members with a basic employment contract
We provide members with a copy of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act
Members can participate in CPD via SMS at a reduced cost
We negotiates prizes and lucky draws for our members
We offer an affordable indemnity package from an international legal
company that includes a legal helpline to assist members with profession-related matters
We have a Membership Corporate Selection Group Retirement Fund that
enable each member to choose a range of benefits and contributions that best suits their
needs and expectations
We have a Membership Medical Scheme allowing members the freedom to select cover
according to their healthcare needs and affordability (including their families)
We promote and support public oral health care awareness programmes
eg.
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National Oral Health Month |
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International Federation of Dental Hygienists’ Day |
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Smile Hygiene / Dental Wellness Programme |
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