Dental Education Committee
The Dental Education Committee is composed of volunteer dentists. This committee is focused on identifying the educational needs of the member dentist and their staff and developing continuing education programs to support these needs.
Committee Members
Committee Areas of Focus
Each year, the Committee charge(s) is defined by the MDS President and Board of Trustees. The corresponding charges for the current governance year are as follows:
- Monitor MA BORID CE regulations and make sure that programs follow those regulations.
- Maintain CERP Certification and monitor the Districts that qualify for CERP Certification.
- Collaborate with external organizations (Mass Medical, Boston Hospitals, etc.) to work together to offer education on emerging topics.
- Make recommendations for continuing education program topics through the MDS Learning Center.
- Ensure the sound evidence basis of scientific programs by developing guidelines to include in speaker contracts documenting expectations.