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SUMMARY:Infection Control & Dental Practice Act Law for License Renewal
DESCRIPTION:THIS COURSE IS FOR LICENSED DENTAL PROFESSIONALS ONLY. IF YOU ARE AN UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANT OR NEW RDA APPLICANT\, PLEASE SIGN UP FOR OUR “8 HOUR INFECTION CONTROL” COURSE INSTEAD. \nTHIS COURSE WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM – LINK WILL BE SENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO EVENT \n4 CE Units \nAll LICENSED dental professionals are required to take Infection Control and Dental Practice Act (DPA) courses in order to renew their licenses every two years. This course meets all of the Dental Board requirements. \nRegistration Options*\nCDA Member Dentist ($89.00)\nDental Staff/Auxiliary ($89.00)\nNon CDA Member Dentist ($239.00)
URL:https://sccds.org/events/infection-control-dental-practice-act-law-for-license-renewal-2/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 CE units (Cat 1),Continuing Education,December,Infection Control,Online CE Course,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260611T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260611T133000
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SUMMARY:SMCDS Event: When the Front Office Walks Out: One Doctor’s Case for Remote Staffing - 6/11/26
DESCRIPTION:12:30 – 1:30 pm \nFree Webinar – Attendees will receive the meeting link the by email the day before \nThis 60-minute session presents a working case study of Dr. Josh Solomon’s practice in Livermore\, CA\, which transitioned core front office operations to a remote staffing model following significant team turnover. \nCONTINUING EDUCATION\n1 CE 20% \nAttendees will leave with:\n1. A peer-told\, real-world case study of remote staffing inside a private practice\n2. A clear breakdown of what a remote team can own day-to-day — and the true cost compared to in-house\n3. Honest answers to the most common concerns: patient experience\, viability\, and team buy-in\n4. A practical approach to lowering overhead by paying only for the staff capacity you actually need\n5. What integration actually looks like — use cases\, best practices\, and common pitfalls to avoid \nSPEAKER BIOS: \nJoshua Solomon\, DDS\, MS is a second-generation pediatric dentist and has been in practice in Livermore\, California for 20 years. He is a graduate of the University of the Pacific with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and a D.D.S. Following dental school\, Dr. Solomon completed an additional 2-year specialty residency at the University of Texas Dental Branch – Houston and a Master’s program in conjunction with the Department of Oral-Biomaterials. \nWhen not treating patients in his office\, Dr. Josh is an internationally recognized speaker and clinical instructor. Dr. Solomon is full faculty at the Bioclear Learning Center in Washington\, owner/director of the Bioclear Pediatric Learning Center and the Dental Specialty Training Center. The center was designed to provide small-group\, hands-on courses in advanced restorative techniques for pediatric and general dentists. He serves as a product evaluator and key opinion leader for many national and international dental companies. \nChristine Sison\, BA\, MS is the CEO of Swiss Monkey\, a staffing and virtual front office services company. She has built and has managed a dental practice for over 10 years and has her Bachelor of Neurobiology from UC Berkeley and a Master of Health Policy and Management from the Harvard School of Public Health. Prior to her work in dentistry\, she conducted brain tumor research at UCSF\, assisted in the integration of IT into clinics and hospitals\, and later led the development of community-wide healthcare systems\, including telemedicine efforts.
URL:https://sccds.org/events/smcds-event-when-the-front-office-walks-out-one-doctors-case-for-remote-staffing-6-11-26/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 CE Unit (Cat 2),June,Lunch&Learn,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260524T224030
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SUMMARY:Reduce PPO Dependency Presented by Fortune - 6/23/26
DESCRIPTION:Reduce PPO Dependency\nProtect Your Practice Value and Revenue & Diversify Your Practice\nTuesday\, June 23rd \n6:00pm – 7:00pm \nOnline via Zoom \n1 CE Unit \nYou’ve probably wrestled with the question\, “Does accepting insurance help your dental practice?”  There’s no simple answer\, but your choice will have a major impact on your practice for years to come. \nThis event is designed for the dentist who wants to stay massively profitable in the midst of shrinking dental insurance reimbursement. You will learn: \n\nThe formula for strategically dropping PPOs\n6-step system to ensure patient retention\nOrganizing your billing system to increase collections\nKey performance indicators to track a proactive transition\nScripting communication to keep your patient base\nProviding a remarkable patient experience\n\nPresented By:
URL:https://sccds.org/events/reduce-ppo-dependency-presented-by-fortune-6-23-26/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 CE Unit (Cat 2),Continuing Education,June,Online CE Course,Special Events,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T224030
CREATED:20251001T062309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T171907Z
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SUMMARY:Mandatory Harassment Prevention Training for EMPLOYEES ONLY
DESCRIPTION:Since January 1\, 2021\, California businesses with five (5) or more employees MUST provide harassment prevention training every two (2) years. Employees are required to have 1 hour of training within six (6) months of hire. In this instructor-led session\, attendees will engage in discussions on all forms of sexual harassment (verbal\, visual\, and physical). Other types of prohibited harassment\, discrimination\, retaliation\, and abusive conduct will also be covered in an interactive format. \nAttendees will learn how to recognize problems and their responsibility in the prevention of harassment\, discrimination\, retaliation\, and abusive conduct. Topics include reporting\, bystander intervention as well as practical tips on how to stay out of trouble and keep the workplace harassment-free. \nThis course will be held online via Zoom. The link will be sent out 24 hours before the event.
URL:https://sccds.org/events/mandatory-harassment-prevention-training-for-employees-only/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 CE Unit (Cat 1),Continuing Education,November,Online CE Course,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCCDS":MAILTO:info@sccds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260828T123000
DTSTAMP:20260524T224030
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SUMMARY:Infection Control & Dental Practice Act Law for License Renewal
DESCRIPTION:THIS COURSE IS FOR LICENSED DENTAL PROFESSIONALS ONLY. IF YOU ARE AN UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANT OR NEW RDA APPLICANT\, PLEASE SIGN UP FOR OUR “8 HOUR INFECTION CONTROL” COURSE INSTEAD. \nTHIS COURSE WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM – LINK WILL BE SENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO EVENT \n4 CE Units \nAll LICENSED dental professionals are required to take Infection Control and Dental Practice Act (DPA) courses in order to renew their licenses every two years. This course meets all of the Dental Board requirements. \nRegistration Options*\nCDA Member Dentist ($89.00)\nDental Staff/Auxiliary ($89.00)\nNon CDA Member Dentist ($239.00)
URL:https://sccds.org/events/infection-control-dental-practice-act-law-for-license-renewal-2/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 CE units (Cat 1),Continuing Education,December,Infection Control,Online CE Course,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T200000
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CREATED:20250923T235614Z
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SUMMARY:Mandatory Annual Workplace Violence Prevention Training
DESCRIPTION:NEW BENEFIT! FREE FOR MEMBER DENTISTS! \nEach year\, an average of nearly 2 million American workers report having been a victim of violence at work\, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics puts the number of annual workplace homicides at about 400. California now requires employers to have an “effective” program to prevent workplace violence in place by July 1\, 2024; to include “Active Shooter Training” and to renew this training annually for all staff. \nJoin SCCDS and speaker Dr. Kriss Ghafourpour\, who will share his expertise on this topic reviewing the most common nationally recognized calls for action in such situations. Dr. Ghafourpour comes to us with over 30 years of experience in the Emergency Medical Services\, currently Training Sergeant for Virginia Beach EMS\, member of the FBI InfraGard civilian task force\, and a certified firearms instructor for the DOJ. This course will focus on your safety and how to be prepared and gain the skills needed to prevent\, recognize\, and increase your ability to survive during an active shooter incident. This course will provide details on what behaviors to look for and who to contact to prevent an active shooter incident. You will learn how to make educated life-saving decisions regarding which actions to take during an active shooter incident. You will also receive documents for setting up a response plan for your employee handbook\, conducting drills\, and appropriate first aid equipment to add to your office. \nThis course will cover: \nCurrent Statistics and CA Senate Bill 533\nCommon active shooter behavior\nWhen to report suspicious behavior\nActive shooter trends\nRecognize a threat and transition quickly to take action\nDetermine how to prepare yourself to escape\, hide\, and fight during an active shooter incident\nWhat to do when law enforcement arrives\nThis course will be held online via Zoom. The link will be sent out 24 hours before the event. \nRegistration Options*\nCDA Member Dentist (Free!)\nDental Staff/Auxiliary ($45.00)\nNon CDA Member Dentist ($150.00)
URL:https://sccds.org/events/mandatory-annual-workplace-violence-prevention-training/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:2 CE Units (Cat 1),Continuing Education,October,Online CE Course,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T224030
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SUMMARY:Mandatory Opioid Training for License Renewal
DESCRIPTION:2 Units of CE (Category 1) \nTHIS COURSE WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM – THE LINK WILL BE SENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE EVENT \nPain management in dentistry is not just about filling cavities\, it’s about ensuring patient comfort and safety. In this class\, doctors will gain the skills to identify various pain management options and regulatory requirements for opioids. They will also learn to recognize signs of substance use disorders in patients and develop strategies to manage vulnerable situations. Join us and become a confident\, compassionate provider of dental pain management! \nTHIS COURSE IS DENTAL BOARD APPROVED FOR LICENSE RENEWAL \nRegistration Options*\nCDA Member Dentist (Free!)\nDental Staff/Auxiliary ($80.00)\nNon CDA Member Dentist ($230.00)
URL:https://sccds.org/events/mandatory-opioid-training-for-license-renewal/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:2 CE Units (Cat 1),Continuing Education,March,October,Online CE Course,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T200000
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SUMMARY:Mandatory Annual CalOSHA Training
DESCRIPTION:THIS COURSE WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM – LINK WILL BE SENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE EVENT \nCalOSHA is complex and extensive. Compliance\, especially in the healthcare industry\, is important\, and non-compliance can have far-reaching effects on an office. Make sure you and your staff have proof of annual training with our focused training \nThis Course will include: \nSafety compliance with the latest Cal/OSHA updates.\nBloodborne Pathogen & Aerosol Transmissible Disease standard and hazard communication\nAn emergency action plan\nThe latest revision to the Hazard Communication Standard based on the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)\nRequired training review and labeling standards \nRegistration Options*\nSCCDS Member Dentist (FREE!)\nDental Staff/Auxiliary ($75.00)\nNon CDA Member Dentist ($225.00)
URL:https://sccds.org/events/mandatory-annual-calosha-training/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:2 CE Units (Cat 1),Auxiliary Classes,Continuing Education,Online CE Course,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T123000
DTSTAMP:20260524T224030
CREATED:20250925T050432Z
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SUMMARY:Infection Control & Dental Practice Act Law for License Renewal
DESCRIPTION:THIS COURSE IS FOR LICENSED DENTAL PROFESSIONALS ONLY. IF YOU ARE AN UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANT OR NEW RDA APPLICANT\, PLEASE SIGN UP FOR OUR “8 HOUR INFECTION CONTROL” COURSE INSTEAD. \nTHIS COURSE WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM – LINK WILL BE SENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO EVENT \n4 CE Units \nAll LICENSED dental professionals are required to take Infection Control and Dental Practice Act (DPA) courses in order to renew their licenses every two years. This course meets all of the Dental Board requirements. \nRegistration Options*\nCDA Member Dentist ($89.00)\nDental Staff/Auxiliary ($89.00)\nNon CDA Member Dentist ($239.00)
URL:https://sccds.org/events/infection-control-dental-practice-act-law-for-license-renewal-2/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 CE units (Cat 1),Continuing Education,December,Infection Control,Online CE Course,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T224030
CREATED:20250924T003638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T171811Z
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SUMMARY:Mandatory Annual HIPAA Training
DESCRIPTION:THIS COURSE WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM – THE LINK WILL BE SENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE EVENT \nYou will learn: \n• Privacy Rule • Security Rule • Omnibus Rule • Penalties• Investigation triggers • Breaches • Business Associates • Technology risks & rewards • How to protect your practice \nFind out what info is real and what rumors are fake in the HIPAA world and hear some real-world cases and fines that come with them. This is a must-hear lecture for any practice owner who is concerned with being compliant and wants to be “in the know”. \nRegistration Options*\nSCCDS Member Dentist (FREE!)\nDental Staff/Auxiliary ($75.00)\nNon CDA Member Dentist ($225.00)
URL:https://sccds.org/events/mandatory-annual-hipaa-training/2026-11-17/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:2 CE Units (Cat 1),Continuing Education,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T224030
CREATED:20250924T234653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T172354Z
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SUMMARY:Mandatory Harassment Prevention Training for EMPLOYEES and EMPLOYERS/MANAGERS
DESCRIPTION:NEW BENEFIT! FREE FOR MEMBER DENTISTS! \nSince January 1\, 2021\, California businesses with five (5) or more employees MUST provide harassment prevention training every two (2) years. Employees are required to have 1 hour of training within six (6) months of hire. In this instructor-led session\, attendees will engage in discussions on all forms of sexual harassment (verbal\, visual\, and physical). Other types of prohibited harassment\, discrimination\, retaliation\, and abusive conduct will also be covered in an interactive format. \nAttendees will learn how to recognize problems and their responsibility in the prevention of harassment\, discrimination\, retaliation\, and abusive conduct. Topics include reporting\, bystander intervention as well as practical tips on how to stay out of trouble and keep the workplace harassment-free. \nThis course will be held online via Zoom. The link will be sent out 24 hours before the event. \nRegistration Options*\nMember Dentist (Free)\nDental Staff/Auxiliary ($45.00)\nNon CDA Member Dentist ($185.00)
URL:https://sccds.org/events/mandatory-harassment-prevention-training-for-employers-managers-only/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:2 CE Units (Cat 1),Auxiliary Classes,Continuing Education
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