Continuing Education Courses

Students at the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine work on a patient.

The James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine offers continuing education courses designed to provide practicing dentists and oral health care team members with both didactic and clinical instruction in new methods and techniques.

Upcoming Courses

Community Dental Health Coordinator (CDHC) Certificate Program

Community Dental Health Coordinator Certificate Program

Registration and course information

This certificate program is for dental hygienists and dental assistants who work in rural or underserved communities want to become community dental health coordinators.

This course is worth 25 hours of continuing education (CE) credits for dental hygienists and up to 31 hours of CE credits for dental assistants.

 

The Carlos F. Salinas Dental Program for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Individuals with Special Health Care Needs

October 3, 2025
Registration and course information

The Carlos F. Salinas Dental Program for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Individuals with Special Health Care Needs is a continuing education opportunity open to all dental and oral health providers, academics, staff and students. 

This event is worth seven hours of CE credit.

 

Nitrous Oxide Monitoring

October 10, 2025
Registration and course information

Dental ClinicThis program is designed to provide participants with the knowledge necessary to prepare for and complete the South Carolina State Board Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Examination. Participants will learn basic physiology and anatomy with the use of nitrous oxide analgesia. Indications and contraindications for the use of nitrous oxide analgesia, including safety measures, will be discussed. Through simulation exercises, participants will have an opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in the administration of nitrous oxide analgesia within a dental office setting.