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California Dental Practice Act
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the California Dental Practice Act, designed specifically for dentists and dental hygienists practicing in California. Understanding this critical piece of legislation is essential for maintaining compliance, protecting patient welfare, and ensuring professional integrity. Participants will gain comprehensive knowledge of the Act’s core requirements, including licensing and renewal, scope of practice, mandated reporting responsibilities, recordkeeping standards, ethical guidelines, and potential disciplinary actions.
This course will award 2 continuing education hours.
Please see the board approval box for course approvals.Course Objectives
- Understand the primary components of the California Dental Practice Act.
- Identify licensing requirements and renewal procedures.
- Clarify the scope of practice for dentists and hygienists.
- Explain mandated reporting obligations and legal responsibilities.
- Describe proper patient recordkeeping and confidentiality requirements.
- Recognize actions leading to professional disciplinary measures.
Board Approvals
National Approvals
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Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) (PACE)Bayside Continuing Education and Development (Nationally or Locally) Approved by PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 10/01/2024 - 09/30/2026 Provider ID# 430829
Information
- Relevance: This course is relevant for California dental professionals.
- Content Level: Intermediate
- Course Format: This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
- System Requirements: This course is offered online. Internet connection required.
- Course Completion Information: To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course. They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials. The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course. For questions, concerns, or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email ContactUs@BaysideCEU.com.
- CEBroker Course ID: NA
- Credit Hours: 2
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