If charges against me were dismissed, does a DEJ still apply on my record insofar as job or endorsement applications?

I had a drug paraphernalia charge, was arrested and participated in deferred prosecution program, and had charges dismissed upon completion. I now live in another state and am applying for a Nursing Assistant Certificate, and the Endorsement Application reads, "Have you ever been convicted, entered a plea of guilty, no contest, or a similar plea, or had prosecution or a sentence deferred or suspended as an adult or juvenile in any state or jurisdiction?" Is it legally honest to answer no because of the final status being a dismissal of charges? I have all court records and documents from dealing with this issue with a previous employer, but would prefer not to divulge if it is legal for me to do so.