Rooted in Health: Establish or Expand Accredited Dental Hygiene Programs

Requirements Checklist

• Applicants must submit a narrative, detailed budget (using Attachment A), evidence of accreditation (or plans to achieve accreditation), partnership letters (where applicable), and assurances on non-supplantation of funds. All applications must clearly describe measurable program impacts and sustainability plans.
• Submit a one-page cover sheet with program and contact information
• Submit an application narrative (max 25 pages) addressing program intent, methodology, partnerships, barriers, evaluation and sustainability plans, and implementation timeline
• Include supporting documentation: letters of support, rural community engagement documentation, and required budget template
• Projects must adhere to CODA accreditation standards and expend at least 50% of start-up costs by September 30, 2027
• Budgets must comply with CMS guidance; indirect and total administrative costs capped at 10%

Required attachments

• Completed Application Narrative
• Detailed Budget (Attachment A)
• Evidence of Accreditation or Accreditation Plan
• Partnership Letters (if applicable)
• Assurance of Non-Supplantation
• Project Narrative (max 25 pages)
• One-page cover sheet
• Letters of support from institutional leadership
• Documentation of rural community engagement
• Budget using provided template (Attachment A)

Submission Instructions

Applications must be submitted via email to pam.stein@ky.gov by 11:59 PM ET on May 29, 2026. Use the subject line: 'RHTP Dental Hygiene Application - [Institution Name]'.

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