IU Fort Wayne offers several Continuing Education courses for dental professionals. Registration for each course is processed through IU Conferences, via the provided links below, and conducted on the IU Fort Wayne campus by Certified Dental Assisting Program faculty.
The Coronal Polishing Course and the Caries Prevention (Fluoride Application) Course (taken together or separately) consist of didactic instruction that takes place via our online learning management system, Canvas, and in-person laboratory requirements on manikins and peers. All clinical requirements must be completed in the participant’s dental practice. Upon completion of all requirements (didactic, laboratory, and clinical), participants will receive a certificate of completion for each course.
Participants must be a graduate of a CODA-accredited program, or a practicing chairside dental assistant (general dentistry) for a minimum of one (1) year. Proof of program completion and/or proof of employment is required before course material can be accessed.
Participants must have completed the online course requirements, via Canvas, prior to attending the in-person laboratory instruction. Please note, each laboratory session is limited to ten (10) individuals per session.
The next Coronal Polishing Course and Caries Prevention (Fluoride Application) Course is not yet scheduled. Groups of 3 or more, please contact Staci Schory at srschory@iu.edu.
IMPORTANT: Do not register for the course(s) unless you meet all eligibility requirements (see course requirements). If you have questions about your eligibility, please email Staci Schory at srschory@iu.edu prior to registering for the course.
Registration is processed through IU Conferences and Event Registration Services. Follow the link below, sign in (or create a new user account); and complete the form and payment information necessary to register for the course. Additional instructions will be emailed to you upon registration.
Registration Fee for Coronal Polishing: $495
Registration Fee for Fluoride Application: $495
Registration Fee for Both Courses: $850
Payment Accepted: Credit Card Only
For groups of 3 or more, please contact Staci Schory at srschory@iu.edu.
No refund if course materials have been accessed; participant may choose to reschedule to a future course. If cancelling prior to accessing course material, partial refund with a $100 service charge.
Minimum of 3 enrollees or the course will be rescheduled.
The Indiana State Board of Dentistry allows licensed dentists to delegate restorative duties to a Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). This course provides the didactic, laboratory, and pre-clinical training necessary for competency.
Attendance is mandatory at each session to receive the completion certificate. Upon successful completion, the CDA may use the Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) credential in the State of Indiana.
Participants must be a graduate of a CODA-accredited program, or a practicing chairside dental assistant (general dentistry) for a minimum of three (3) years. Proof of program completion and/or proof of employment is required before course material can be accessed.
The next Expanded Functions (Restorative) Course for Allied Dental Professionals is tentatively planned for Summer 2023.
IMPORTANT: Do not register for the course(s) unless you meet all eligibility requirements (see course requirements). If you have questions about your eligibility, please email Staci Schory at srschory@iu.edu prior to registering for the course.
Registration is processed through IU Conferences and Event Registration Services. Follow the link below, sign in (or create a new user account); and complete the form and payment information necessary to register for the course. Additional instructions will be emailed to you upon registration.
Registration Fee: $1399
Payment Accepted: Credit Card Only
For groups of 3 or more, please contact Staci Schory at srschory@iu.edu.
NO REFUND if course materials have been accessed. No exceptions.
Cancellation requests must be made in writing / emailed to: srschory@iu.edu no later than 3 business days prior to the start of the course.
If participant cancels PRIOR to accessing course material AND no later than 3 business days before the start of the course: full refund MINUS a $100 service charge.
If participant cancels PRIOR to accessing course material BUT cancels only 1-2 business days before the start of the course: full refund MINUS a $150 service charge.
A participant may not cancel on the first day or after the course begins and receive any refund.
Minimum of 3 enrollees or the course will be rescheduled.
This in-depth course includes didactic instruction on Orthodontic procedures, tooth morphology, and occlusion, as well as laboratory and clinical instruction.
Participants must be a graduate of a CODA-accredited program, or a practicing chairside dental assistant (general dentistry) for a minimum of three (3) years. Proof of program completion and/or proof of employment is required before course material can be accessed.
The next Orthodontic Clinician Course has not yet been scheduled.
Registration Fee: $625
Payment Accepted: Credit Card Only
For groups of 3 or more, please contact Staci Schory at srschory@iu.edu.
No refund if course materials have been accessed; if cancelling prior to accessing course material, full refund MINUS a $100 service charge.
Minimum of 3 enrollees or the course will be canceled.
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