Qualifying Exam Prep Course
Event Overview
Who Should Attend
Those preparing to take the Qualifying Examination Test.
Date
February 5-7, 2027
Location
Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown
1200 Louisiana St
Houston, TX 77002
Registration Fees
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By January 5, 2027 |
After January 5, 2027 |
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AAPD Member |
$1,430 |
$1,630 |
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AAPD Student Member |
$715 |
$915 |
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Non-Member |
$1,630 |
$1,830 |
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
Summary
Course Description
This course will help you prepare for the first step toward becoming a Diplomate - taking and passing the ABPD Qualifying Examination. It will be presented by leading educators and clinicians who will utilize a lecture format to review subjects and materials included in the board examination. Learn about the various domains contained in the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry examination and how to be prepared for this type of high stakes written examination.
Participation in this course does not guarantee successful completion of board exams.
Course Objectives
At the conclusion of the course, participants will:
- Have a good understanding of high-yield reference materials and readings that aid in preparation for the ABPD Qualifying Exam
- Apply scientific and biological principles supporting the practice of pediatric dentistry
- Understand basic and advanced behavior guidance techniques
- Identify key aspects of pediatric growth and development
- Recognize evidence-based non-restorative and restorative techniques
- Appreciate aspects of pulp therapy and trauma that impact care for pediatric patients
- Better understand important aspects of oral pathology, oral radiology, and oral medicine that impact care of patients with special healthcare needs
Speakers & Schedule
Course Chair and Speaker: Travis Nelson, DDS, MSD, MPH
Elise Sarvas, DDS, MSD, MPH
Juan Yepes, DDS, MD, MPH, MS, DrPH, FDS RCDS(Ed)
Clarice Law, DMD, MS, FAAPD
Schedule coming soon!
CE Hours
AAPD designates this activity for 22 continuing education credits.
Cancellation
Full refunds for registration minus a $150 cancellation fee will be given only if written notice of cancellation is received 30 days prior to the course. For one-day courses, the cancellation fee will be $75 with the same rules applying. A 50 percent refund will be given if written notice is received up to two weeks prior to the course. No refunds will be given within one week prior to the course. No refunds will be given for no-shows.
Notice of cancellation can be made online or in writing and sent as follows:
Mail: AAPD Meetings Department
211 East Chicago Ave, Ste. 1600
Chicago, IL 60611
Fax: (312) 337-6329
E-mail: esiemsen@aapd.org
The meeting sponsors are not responsible for travel expenses or penalties under any circumstances.
For further information, please contact the AAPD Meetings Department at (312) 337-2169.