Section 28: Interpretation

In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires-
"accepted qualification" means a degree, diploma or other certificate prescribed under section 10 of this Act;
'"Board'' means the Dental Therapists Registration Board of Nigeria established under section 1 of this Act;
"Minister" means the Minister charged with responsibility for matters relating to health;
"profession" means the profession of dental therapy;
"Register" means a register maintained under section 8 of this Act and "registered" shall be construed accordingly;
"Registrar" means the Registrar appointed under section 7 of this Act;
"registration certificate" means a registration certificate issued under section 10 of this Act; and
"student" means a person receiving basic training in an approved training school for the purpose of the profession covered by this Act.