South Carolina Board Of Dentistry

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT): Clinical Use, Administration, and Risk of Misuse

Behavioral Technicians CAP/CAC/MCAP Healthcare CE Courses Mental Health CE Courses Substance Abuse CE Courses

Leesa M. Robertson

1 hour

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is a cornerstone of evidence-based care for individuals with substance use disorders, integrating pharmacologic interventions with counseling and behavioral support to improve outcomes and reduce relapse risk. This course provides clinicians with a comprehensive understanding of the clinical application, safe administration, and potential risks associated with MAT medications used to treat opioid, alcohol, and tobacco use disorders.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Health Equity in Healthcare

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Jennifer Garland

1 hour

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of health equity, focusing on the social, systemic, and structural factors that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, outcomes, and experiences. Participants will examine how biases, socioeconomic factors, cultural barriers, and institutional practices impact health delivery and will learn strategies to create more inclusive, equitable care across medical, dental, and mental health settings.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Suicide Prevention in the Dental Industry

Dental CE Courses

1 hour

This course empowers dental professionals to address the silent crisis of suicide within their industry. Designed for dentists, hygienists, students, and office staff, it blends evidence-based strategies with actionable tools to foster mental health awareness and intervention.

You’ll Learn How To:

Understand the Crisis: Explore why dental professionals face elevated suicide risks, from financial burdens to professional isolation.
Spot Warning Signs: Recognize subtle behavioral, verbal, and physical cues in colleagues or patients (e.g., withdrawal, hopelessness).
Intervene Effectively: Use empathetic communication, safety planning, and referrals to crisis resources.
Build Resilient Workplaces: Implement systemic changes like mental health screenings, peer support networks, and stigma reduction.
Advocate for Change: Promote mental health education in dental schools and policy reforms in practices.

Suicide in dentistry is preventable. By equipping participants with practical skills—from screening tools like PHQ-2 to workplace wellness protocols—this course transforms dental teams into frontline advocates for mental health. Together, we can save lives and create a culture where seeking help is a sign of strength.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Placement of Dental Implants

Dental CE Courses

7 hours

Dental Implant Placement provides dental professionals with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills required to successfully integrate dental implants into their practice. This course covers fundamental principles of implantology, including patient selection, treatment planning, surgical techniques, and prosthetic restoration. Participants will gain a deep understanding of bone anatomy, osseointegration, and risk management to ensure long-term implant success.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Pain Management For Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

4 hours

Dentists prescribe approximately 9% of opioid analgesics dispensed by outpatient U.S. retail pharmacies annually and are the leading prescribers for patients aged 10 to 19.

This course is designed to help dental professionals navigate the complexities of pain management, focusing on identifying risk factors, optimizing effective treatment strategies, and minimizing potential risks associated with analgesic use in dental care.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Ethics in Dentistry 2 Hours

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

This course empowers dental professionals to navigate the ethical complexities of modern practice with confidence and integrity. Participants will explore key dilemmas, such as balancing patient autonomy with professional recommendations, managing financial pressures while prioritizing patient welfare, and addressing inequities in access to care.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Monitoring Sedation and Anesthesia in Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

4 hours

Sedation and anesthesia play a vital role in modern dental practices, providing patients with a more comfortable and anxiety-free experience during procedures. These techniques are particularly important for individuals with severe dental anxiety, low pain tolerance, or complex medical conditions that make routine dental care challenging. By offering sedation or anesthesia, dental professionals can perform more invasive or time-consuming procedures while ensuring the patient remains calm and cooperative. This not only improves the patient experience but also allows clinicians to deliver high-quality care efficiently.

However, the use of sedation and anesthesia requires a high level of vigilance from the entire dental team. Monitoring the patient continuously is crucial to ensuring their safety, as sedation can affect cardiovascular, respiratory, and central nervous system functions. Each team member must be aware of their role in monitoring vital signs, identifying potential complications, and responding promptly to changes in the patient’s condition. Proper monitoring reduces risks, enables timely interventions, and reinforces the trust patients place in the dental team to deliver safe and effective care. By prioritizing patient monitoring, dental practices uphold the highest standards of safety and excellence in care.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Cultural Competency and Implicit Bias in Dentistry 2 Hours

Dental CE Courses

Jennifer Garland

2 hours

Implicit bias refers to the subconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions, often without our conscious awareness. These biases can influence behavior and judgments in ways that may not align with our explicit beliefs or intentions. Culturally competent care in dentistry requires that professionals explore their implicit biases and cultural beliefs.

This course will explore cultural competency and implicit bias and their pervasive impact on various aspects of society, including the dental office and healthcare. Through a combination of self-assessment tools, interactive case studies, and practical strategies, learners will explore the subconscious biases that influence their decisions and behaviors. The course aims to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and mitigate these biases, fostering more inclusive and equitable environments in both personal and professional settings.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health for Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

This course equips dental professionals with the knowledge and skills to address the intersection of substance use disorders and mental health issues in dental practice. Participants will explore the impact of substance abuse on oral health, recognize signs of mental health challenges in patients, and learn effective strategies for communication, intervention, and referral.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Principles and Practices in Dental Ethics 6 Hours

Dental CE Courses

6 hours

This course will enhance a dental professional’s ability to navigate the complex ethical challenges that arise in modern dental practice. Ethical dilemmas, such as balancing patient autonomy with professional recommendations, managing financial pressures while ensuring patient welfare, and addressing disparities in access to care, are integral to the profession. Dental professionals can strengthen patient trust, foster professional integrity, and improve decision-making in difficult situations by developing a deeper understanding of core ethical principles—autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, justice, and veracity. This course also equips dental professionals to handle emerging issues, such as the ethical use of technology and data, with confidence and responsibility. Ultimately, participating in this program ensures that dentists uphold the highest standards of professionalism and care, benefiting both their practice and their patients.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Mandatory Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Reporting: State Requirements for Children and Vulnerable Adults

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Leesa M. Robertson

Gregory Crutchfield

3 hours

Reporting suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or maltreatment is a serious legal and ethical responsibility, especially for mandated reporters. Because reporting laws vary significantly by state, professionals must understand not only when a report is required, but also who must report, where the report must be made, and how quickly action must be taken.

This course provides a state-by-state overview of mandatory reporting requirements for suspected child abuse and vulnerable adult abuse across the United States. Participants will review the circumstances that may trigger a reporting obligation, the required timelines for making a report, and the procedures for contacting the appropriate child protective services, adult protective services, law enforcement, or other designated agency.

The course also emphasizes the importance of timely action, accurate documentation, and understanding the limits of professional discretion when abuse or maltreatment is suspected. By the end of the course, participants will have a clearer understanding of how reporting requirements differ across jurisdictions and how to respond appropriately when concerns arise.

Course Creation Date 5/1/2026

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Ethics for All Mental Health Professionals -1 Hour

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Leesa M. Robertson

1 hour

Ethics are crucial in any profession, particularly in mental health. They establish a framework of principles that guide professionals in making informed, responsible, and morally sound decisions. Adhering to ethical standards ensures the protection of the client’s rights and well-being, fosters trust in the therapeutic relationship and upholds the profession’s integrity. By prioritizing ethics, mental health professionals can navigate complex situations with clarity, mitigate potential harm, and contribute to mental health services’ overall credibility and reliability.

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the ethical principles and standards essential in clinical practice. It covers crucial topics such as ethical decision-making frameworks, maintaining professional boundaries, and the appropriate use of physical touch in therapy. The course delves into the complexities of dual relationships, offering guidelines to navigate these situations ethically. Additionally, it addresses the legal and ethical responsibilities regarding the reporting of abuse and other critical issues faced by mental health professionals.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Ethics for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Professionals - 6 Hours

Mental Health CE Courses Substance Abuse CE Courses

Leesa M. Robertson

6 hours

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Clinical Evaluation and Mental Status Examination

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Leesa M. Robertson

1 hour

This course on Clinical Evaluation and Mental Status Examination is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform comprehensive mental health assessments. Participants will learn to conduct detailed clinical evaluations, including patient history taking, symptom assessment, and risk factor identification. The course will also cover the Mental Status Examination (MSE), providing techniques for systematically assessing cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Ethics for Mental Health Professionals -3 Hours

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Leesa M. Robertson

Sarah Reinhart

3 hours

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Suicide Assessment and Intervention

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Sarah Reinhart

6 hours

This comprehensive course is designed to equip mental health professionals, healthcare providers, and community workers with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively assess, intervene, and prevent suicide. Through a structured and detailed curriculum, participants will explore the multifaceted nature of suicide, from understanding its impact to recognizing risk factors and implementing effective intervention strategies.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Ethics For Dental Hygienists

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

This course will explore ethics in the field of dental hygiene. We will identify the principles outlined in The Dental Hygiene Code of Ethics created by the American Dental Association. The Code establishes concise standards of behavior to guide the public’s expectations of the profession and supports existing dental hygiene practice, laws, and regulations.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Oral Cancer

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

Oral cancer is a potentially life-threatening disease that can greatly impact a patient’s oral health and overall well-being. Dental professionals play a crucial role in the early detection, prevention, and management of oral cancer.

This course is designed to equip dental professionals with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to recognize, diagnose, and manage oral cancer cases effectively.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Comprehensive Care For Anxious Dental Patients

Dental CE Courses

3 hours

This course offers a patient-centered perspective on dental anxiety and proposes strategies for enhancing patients’ access to dental healthcare.

Key topics covered will encompass an examination of the terminology employed to delineate varying levels of dental apprehension and the application of behavioral and pharmacological techniques to support patients in completing their dental treatments. Additionally, the course will delve into treatment adjustments aimed at mitigating patients’ procedural fears, identifying the most common dental scenarios causing stress in patients, exploring the origins of dental-related fears, and addressing the adverse effects of stress on dental staff members.

This course is offered as a self-paced online course. An Internet connection is required.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Infection Control in the Oral Health Care Setting

Dental CE Courses

Leesa M. Robertson

1 hour

Every year, lives are lost because of the spread of infections in healthcare facilities. Dental professionals can take steps to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in the dental office and laboratory. Proper handwashing, universal precautions, and knowledge can all help to lead the way to prevent the spread of infections.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Infection Control for the Inpatient Setting

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Kate Jensen

2 hours

This course provides an in-depth overview of infection control principles, including standard precautions, pathogen transmission, personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning and disinfection practices, and outbreak prevention strategies. It equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge necessary to maintain safe, compliant, and hygienic environments across diverse care settings.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Dental Anxiety

Dental CE Courses

1 hour

Dental fear refers to the fear of dentistry and of receiving dental care. This can be quite severe when diagnosed as dental phobia, odontophobia, dentophobia, or dentist phobia or less severe when described as generalized anxiety. This course will explore dental phobia and anxiety and strategies to reduce anxiety.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Dental Implant Hygiene

Dental CE Courses

3 hours

This course provides a structured examination of dental implant hygiene, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to the long-term maintenance of implant-supported restorations. Content includes foundational principles of peri-implant health, selection and application of appropriate instrumentation, and the development of individualized maintenance protocols. Clinical considerations related to biofilm management, risk assessment, and prevention of peri-implant diseases are integrated throughout. The course is designed to support advanced clinical decision-making and promote optimal patient outcomes in implant care.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Safe and Effective Prescribing of Controlled Substances in Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

This course delves into the key factors that contribute to the safe and effective prescribing of medications. It examines best practices, regulatory guidelines, and clinical considerations that healthcare providers must navigate to ensure patient safety. Topics include understanding drug interactions, recognizing contraindications, tailoring prescriptions to individual patient needs, and staying informed about current pharmacological advancements. Emphasis is placed on minimizing risks, enhancing therapeutic outcomes, and fostering informed decision-making in medication management.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Covid And The Dentist Office

Dental CE Courses

Rebecca Stine

3 hours

Dental settings have unique characteristics that warrant specific infection control considerations when dealing with COVID-19. This course will explore guidance on how to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission in the dental office.

This course will explore what COVID-19 is and the CDC and ADA statements regarding the dental industry. We will look at patient, facility, hygiene considerations.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Hypersensitivity

Dental CE Courses

4 hours

This course delivers a focused, evidence-based analysis of dental hypersensitivity, addressing its biological and physiological mechanisms, associated structural changes in dental tissues, and contributing risk factors. Emphasis is placed on accurate clinical assessment, including identification of common triggers, comprehensive patient history-taking, and differentiation from other conditions with similar presentations. Learners will critically evaluate current treatment options and develop individualized management and prevention strategies grounded in patient-specific clinical and behavioral factors.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Ethical Considerations For Substance Abuse Counselors

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Roger K. Crutchfield

Sarah Reinhart

1 hour

Working in the substance abuse treatment field presents dilemmas relating to personal beliefs, judgments, and values. The history of how society views persons with addictions is fraught with emotions, misconceptions, and biases that have affected the care of drug abusers.

This course will explore the definition of ethics and how it differs from morality and law. We will look at the terms frequently used, structured processes for solving ethical issues, and potential areas of ethical challenges such as recovering addicts as professionals, e-therapy, and competence.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.