Statewide CE

Continuing Education is available across South Dakota through a variety of sources, including the South Dakota Dental Association, district dental societies, USD and the dental hygiene and dental assisting programs.

All approved CE Courses by the SD Board of Dentistry are available by going to the SD Board of Dentistry's Website and logging in to your account.

South Dakota Dental Association

Supporting Colleagues: "Addressing Alcohol and Substance Use Among Dental Professionals”

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 | 6:30pm-7:30pm CT | 1 hr. Practice Management CE | Webinar by Zoom

Are you concerned that a colleague or co-worker may be struggling with the abuse of alcohol or other substances? During this free webinar, attendees will learn about the signs and symptoms of substance and alcohol abuse and how to help a colleague. It will provide a review of health professional services and what is offered – especially as a voluntary referral. We will look at trends that people observe, such as lack of participation and waiting longer to get help.

The webinar will feature a trio of presenters including: a South Dakota healthcare professional in recovery; Maria Piacentino, a professional counselor with the South Dakota Health Professional Assistance Program; and Mary Wolf, a professional counselor leading the SDDA’s Be Well Program.   

Dilaine Gloege CDA, CPC

Medicare Essentials for Dental Practices

Friday, November 22, 2024 | 9:30am to Noon CT | 2.5 hrs. Practice Management CE | Webinar by Zoom

Join us for a comprehensive webinar designed to unravel the complexities of Medicare and its growing influence on dental practices. In today's dental practice, understanding Medicare is more crucial than ever, as it significantly impacts daily operations through both original Medicare and the diverse Medicare Advantage plans presented by patients.

This online session will demystify essential Medicare concepts that every dental practice must grasp—from the basics of original Medicare to the nuances of Medicare Advantage plans. Whether you're new to Medicare or seeking a clearer understanding, this webinar is your key to simplifying Medicare's role in your practice.
Learning Objectives:
• Identify the Parts of Medicare: Gain clarity on the different parts and their significance to dental practices.
• Rules for Dentists: Explore the rules applicable to dentists, whether you are enrolled, opted-out, or have elected to do neither with Medicare.
• Rulings and regulations: Learn how to avoid non-compliance and potential monetary penalties.
• The Savvy Medicare Patient™: Understand what informed patients know and expect from dental practices.
• Types of Medicare Plans: Differentiate between various Medicare plans.
• Coordination of Benefits: Discover how Medicare coordinates with other types of insurance plans.
• Expanded Dental Benefits: Understand the impact of expanded dental benefits for 2023 and 2024 and 2025.

Participants will receive valuable resources to enhance their understanding and application of Medicare rules and regulations within their practices. Embrace this opportunity to simplify Medicare for your dental practice. Register now and empower your practice with essential Medicare knowledge!

Annual Session 2025

May 15-17, 2025
Rapid City, SD

Contact: Melissa Afdahl

Mastering the Art of Dental Coding Webinar

The recording of this webinar is available through December 2024. This is a great resource for your office to learn from and refer back to when questions are raised. To purchase recorded version, please contact: Melissa Afdahl or call 605-609-1152. NOTE: Continued Education has not been approved for the recorded version. 

Webinar Cost: 
Member Dentists and Allied Members: $75.00
Non-Member Dentists and Non-Member Allied: $225.00

Southeast Technical College

Dental Radiology Course

This hands-on, 16-hour course is designed to introduce the participant to basic concepts in dental radiation, including its nature, generation and biologic effects. The primary focus will be on exposing radiographs safely, accurately and achieving consistent results. This course meetings requirements of the South Dakota State Board of Dentistry. 

https://southeasttech.edu/programs/corporate-education/dental-radiology-course.php 

Western Dakota Technical Institute

American Heart Association CPR Class

Every Third Friday of the month (mornings)
Contact: 605-718-2410
Western Dakota Tech Corporate Education Center

American Heart Association CPR Recertification Class

Every Third Friday of the month (afternoons)
Contact: 605-718-2410
Western Dakota Tech Corporate Education Center

Dental Radiology 2-day Course

This 2-day course provides radiology classroom/clinical instruction and testing for dental assistants. 

For course dates and information go to: Western Dakota Tech Corporate Education Center   

Lake Area Technical Institute

Home Study Radiology Courses

Radiology Safety
Radiography Production

Contact: Nicole Pahl
605-882-5284 ext 214

University of South Dakota

Home Study Radiology Courses

  • Radiology Interpretation, Pathology & Anomalies
  • Errors of PA’s, BWS & Panoramic Radiography
  • Oral Effects of Head & Neck Radiation Therapy
  • Radiation Safety
  • Portable Dental Radiography
  • SDF

Contact: Dept of Dental Hygiene ~ 605-658-5960

Register for In Person CE Courses

Siouxland Study Club

Siouxland Study Club CE Offerings

For CE Offerings and dates Click Here.

Courses are AGD PACE Certified

Contact: Dr. Denis Miller ~ 605-335-1080

 

 

CPR

Tia Meyer (Certified instructor through American Heart Association)
Phone/Text: 605-842-5672 (Preference to contact)
meyertia@hotmail.com
Offering this service to dental offices in most areas in South Dakota.

605CPR: Local instructor with 20 years of CPR teaching experience.
We provide AHA and Red Cross BLS/ACLS/PALS certification.
Will travel for onsite delivery. 
www.605CPR.com; jr@605CPR.com; 605-525-4CPR (4277).