Dental Hygiene CE Courses
The School of Dentistry, Continuing Dental Education division, offers a wide array of continuing education opportunities for Registered Dental Hygienists. Advance your career with our certification programs.
Courses
Elements of Prescribing Certification
96 CE CREDITS | TUITION $3,250 | LIMITED CAPACITY
This course offers Registered Dental Hygienists the skills necessary to safely and effectively issue prescriptions. Training will delve into the processes that contribute to drug use as well as the acquisition of the essential competencies.
Local Anesthetics Certification
45 CE CREDITS | TUITION $2,400 | LIMITED CAPACITY
This course provides RDHs a means of becoming certified to provide safe and effective pain management for your patients using local anesthetics. Training consists of a 3-month theory module and 3 day hands-on clinical module.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation Certification
15 CE CREDITS | TUITION $1,575 | LIMITED CAPACITY
This course is designed to empower Registered Dental Hygienists to utilize nitrous oxide sedation with confidence. Training consists of both didactic and practical hands-on participation involving the administration covering modalities 1 and 2 in Alberta.
Emergency Airway Management Certification
8 CE CREDITS | TUITION $875 | LIMITED CAPACITY
Be confident in your clinical skills managing airway emergencies as required for those providing sedation.
Sedation Assistant Certification
TUITION $750
Become a key team member in the delivery of many types of sedation dentistry and stand out amongst your peers.
Orthodontics Module for RDHs
25 CE CREDITS | TUITION $1,500 | LIMITED CAPACITY
Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competency in orthodontics. This course is designed for RDHs and emphasizes clinical procedures, obtaining diagnostic records and patient care procedures.
Cone Beam CT for RDHs
8 CE CREDITS | TUITION $350 | UNLIMITED CAPACITY
This course provides the training necessary for RDHs to become the backbone of any office utilizing this revolutionary technology. CBCT impacts every dental discipline and specific functions in implant planning, TMJ, airway analysis and pathology.
Clear Aligners for Dental Hygienists
10 CE CREDITS | TUITION $250 | LIMITED CAPACITY
Our Clear Aligner course for RDHs is the perfect opportunity to expand your skills and learn how to support orthodontic treatments using clear aligners.
Diode Laser Applications for Dental Hygienists
7 CE CREDITS | TUITION $795 | LIMITED CAPACITY
Discover advanced laser-assisted treatments and become certified in the safe and effective use of diode lasers.
Atraumatic Restorative Dentistry
14-18 CE CREDITS | TUITION $1,950 | LIMITED CAPACITY
Atraumatic Restorative Therapy (ART) is a procedure that utilizes adhesive restorative materials to provide interim restoration of decayed teeth. This course teaches the essential skills for gentle dental care with no anesthesia or drills!
Dental Hygiene Refresher
STARTING AT $4,400
Are you looking to get back into dental hygiene? Our 5 day or 10 day recertification course is designed to make sure you’re up to speed with the latest competency requirements in dental hygiene.
Local Anaesthetics Refresher
STARTING AT $1,400
Enhance your local anesthesia skills today! Join our course for a thorough understanding of safe and effective anesthesia delivery. Learn advanced injection techniques and troubleshooting. Enroll now and level up your expertise!
Dental Hygiene Lecture Series
EARN 1 CE PER LECTURE | STARTING AT $35 | LIMITED CAPACITY
Our lecture series is your gateway to ongoing education and staying ahead in the dynamic world of dental hygiene. Designed for dental hygiene students and registered professionals.
about us
Our Mission
We are a leader in certification and educational programs for Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Registered Dental Assistants and other health fields. Backed by the University of Alberta, we offer true competency education to help those in oral health expand their abilities and expertise.
The CDE Advantage
- We offer leading continuing dental education backed by the strength of the University of Alberta
- Our programs and courses are non-industry biased, focusing on knowledge and tools not brands
- We adhere to a high standard to ensure competency driven education to help expand your career and practice
- Boast a diverse faculty with a wide range of expertise allowing us to deliver knowledge rich content
Dr. James R. Yacyshyn - DDS, MS, BSC
Dr. James Yacyshyn obtained his BSc and DDS from the University of Alberta and completed a Masters in Applied Science Engineering from the University of Toronto. With a background in health technology and Informatics, Dr. Yacyshyn joined the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry in 2001 - later appointed as the director of Continuing Dental Education in 2002.
As Director of Continuing Dental Education, Dr. Yacyshyn has developed and facilitated numerous educational programs spanning various topics for licensed Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, and allied health practitioners across Alberta, nationally, and internationally. Additionally, through Continuing Dental Education's clinical programs, we have provided care for numerous patients over the years.
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