Where can I find BORID CE courses online?

You can find BORID-mandated CE courses online through platforms such as the Massachusetts Dental Society, as well as educational offerings from local dental schools and community colleges like Tufts, BU Dental, Harvard Dental, Middlesex Community College, and Cape Cod Community College.

Are there hands-on BORID CE courses available?

Yes, there are hands-on BORID CE courses available, especially for skills like local anesthesia, which require both theoretical and practical training. These courses are often provided at educational institutions and include significant clinical components.

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What are Massachusetts BORID CE Courses?

In Massachusetts, dental professionals are required to complete continuing education (CE) courses to maintain their licensure. These courses are regulated by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry (BORID). Below are the essential CE courses needed for biennial license renewal:

Mandatory CE Courses for License Renewal

Infection Control: Courses on maintaining sterility and preventing infections in the dental office are mandatory for all dental professionals.
Pain Management/Opioid Education: Due to the opioid crisis, Massachusetts requires dental professionals to undertake courses on pain management and the safe prescription of opioids.
CPR Certification: Regular CPR certification is often required for licensure.

Find MA BORID Mandatory CE Courses

Where to find courses:

Online!
- Other than CPR, the other two can be done online easily! Save time from in-person lectures that tend to drag on and try taking them online!

Infection Control Online Courses That Meets MA Requirements:

Opioid Online Courses That Meets MA Requirements:

DEA Required Course - Prescribing Controlled Substances Safely

Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS): Offers a variety of courses, including BORID-mandated ones, often with online webinar options on other topics too.
Dental Schools and Community Colleges:
- Tufts Dental – See Course Listings
- BU Dental – See Course Listings
- Harvard Dental – See Course Listings
- Community College CE Courses
  - Middlesex Community College – See Course Listings
  - Cape Cod Community College – See Course Listings