Self-Paced Online Course | AGD Subject Code 346 | 1 CEU

Mental Health, Burnout & Substance Abuse Awareness in Dentistry is a self-paced online continuing education course designed specifically for dental professionals. This course helps dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and office staff recognize the signs and symptoms of burnout, stress, impairment, mental health disorders, and substance abuse within the dental setting while promoting wellness, resilience, and patient safety.

This course meets the North Carolina continuing education requirement related to substance abuse and mental health awareness for dental professionals.

Course Overview

Mental health challenges, emotional exhaustion, workplace stress, and substance abuse continue to impact dental professionals nationwide. The demands of dentistry can contribute to burnout, anxiety, depression, fatigue, and professional impairment, affecting both provider well-being and patient care.

This self-paced online course provides practical education on recognizing warning signs, understanding workplace risk factors, reducing stigma, promoting healthier workplace environments, and identifying pathways for support and early intervention.

Participants will explore real-world scenarios and gain valuable tools to help foster a healthier dental workplace culture while improving provider wellness and patient safety.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Identify signs and symptoms of burnout, stress, mental health disorders, and substance abuse among dental professionals
• Recognize workplace factors that contribute to emotional exhaustion and professional fatigue
• Discuss the impact of stigma and barriers to seeking support or treatment
• Review strategies for wellness, resilience, stress management, and healthier workplace environments
• Identify support resources and pathways for early intervention and recovery
• Understand how untreated mental health conditions and substance abuse may impact patient safety and quality of care

Course Features

• Self-paced online access
• Interactive learning experience
• Optional narration available
• Instant certificate upon completion
• Accessible anytime, anywhere
• AGD National PACE Approved Provider
• Mobile-friendly online learning platform

Important North Carolina CE Information

This course satisfies the North Carolina continuing education requirement regarding substance abuse and mental health awareness for dentists and dental hygienists.

North Carolina dentists and dental hygienists are required to complete one (1) hour of continuing education related to substance abuse and mental health awareness every two calendar years.

• AGD Subject Code: 346
• Credit Hours: 1 CEU
• Format: Self-paced online course
• Estimated Completion Time: Approximately 1 hour

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for:

• Dentists
• Dental Hygienists
• Dental Assistants
• Office Managers
• Dental Team Members
• North Carolina Dental Professionals seeking CE compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this course meet North Carolina CE requirements?

Yes. This course meets the North Carolina requirement for continuing education related to substance abuse and mental health awareness.

Is this course self-paced?

Yes. Participants may complete the course anytime, anywhere at their own pace.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Participants receive an instant certificate upon successful course completion.

Is narration included?

Yes. Optional narration is available throughout the course.

Will Dental Practice Resources report AGD credit?

Yes. If you are an AGD member, please email your AGD member number and order number to [email protected] and we will report your CE credit on your behalf.

Multi-User / Team Training Information

For group or office trainings, please email trainee information at checkout, including:

• Full Name
• Unique Email Address
• AGD Member Number (if applicable)

Each participant must have a unique email address for CE tracking and certificate generation.

Course Disclaimers

• No prerequisites required
• No financial conflict or commercial bias
• Includes post-course knowledge assessment and evaluation
• No refunds on digital purchases or downloadable products
• Access to course materials is limited to the duration of the course
• Upon completion, users will no longer have access to course modules or associated materials

Course Publication Information

• Original Release Date: May 24, 2026
• Review Date: May 24, 2027
• Expiration Date: May 24, 2028

Need Assistance?

For questions regarding course access, CE reporting, or team training setup, please contact:

[email protected]