Self-Paced Online Course | AGD Subject Code 555 | 1 CEU

Dental Ethics: Foundations & Real-World Applications is a self-paced online continuing education course designed specifically for dental professionals. This course provides practical education on ethical decision-making, professional responsibilities, patient-centered care, and the application of the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct within modern dental practice.

Participants will explore foundational ethical principles alongside real-world dental scenarios involving documentation, reporting obligations, professional conduct, communication, and ethical dilemmas encountered in clinical practice. This course is designed to help dental professionals strengthen ethical judgment, improve professional accountability, support patient trust, and apply ethical standards confidently in everyday decision-making.

Course Objectives

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

• Define and apply the five core ADA ethical principles
• Differentiate between legal and ethical responsibilities in dental care
• Analyze common ethical dilemmas and evaluate appropriate responses
• Understand the importance of documentation, reporting obligations, and ethical team conduct

Course Features

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

Important Course Information

This course provides education related to dental ethics, professional responsibilities, ethical decision-making, patient-centered care, documentation standards, and professional conduct relevant to dental professionals.

• AGD Subject Code: 555
• 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
• Dental Professionals seeking continuing education related to ethics and professional responsibility

Frequently Asked Questions

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: September 3, 2025
• Review Date: September 4, 2026
• Expiration Date: September 4, 2028

Need Assistance?

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

[email protected]