What types of charges can the Board impose and collect?

The Board has the authority to impose and collect fees and administrative penalties. This includes a range of financial charges that support the operational costs of regulating the profession, such as licensing fees that clinicians need to pay to practice legally, as well as administrative penalties that may be levied for violations of rules or regulations governing dental hygiene practice.

Administrative penalties can serve as a means of enforcement to ensure compliance with the standards set by the Board, thereby promoting public safety and professional accountability within the dental hygiene field. These penalties can vary based on the nature and severity of the violation, contributing to the regulatory framework that governs practice within the state.

Meanwhile, options focusing exclusively on licensing fees or educational fees don't capture the broader scope of the Board's powers. Fines and community service, while punitive measures, are not typically within the purview of the Board's regulatory functions in this context. Therefore, the collection of fees and administrative penalties encompasses the full range of financial responsibilities and consequences that the Board is empowered to enforce.