Any dental office team member that is interested in enhancing their skill set, learning the latest in front office management techniques and staying up to date with important regulations like OSHA, HIPAA and Virginia employment requirements would benefit from attending the program. Additionally, participants will be able to network with their peers in their Academy cohort to learn from one another and form strong professional relationships. 

The program consists of 15 hours of continuing education received at two consecutive Virginia Dental Showcase meetings (2024 the Greenbrier and 2025 at Hilton the Main Norfolk) and online between the two in-person events. Following completion of the program, graduates will receive their Dental Office Professional Certificate. The certificate is valid for three years from the date of issue and can be renewed by completing online continuing education courses made available by the VDA.

All courses will be available a la carte in addition to being a part of the Virginia Dental Academy's Certified Dental Office Professional program. Courses can be taken in-person at the Virginia Dental Showcase and the online courses will be available on vadental.org. However, only those that enroll in the Academy program will be eligible to receive their certification following the completion of the coursework.

Yes, all courses are available to take at either the Virginia Dental Showcase or online, respectively. To take courses at the Virginia Dental Showcase, dentists must register for the Showcase(s).

Absolutely!  Any members of the dental team (or individuals interested in a career in the dental profession) are more than welcome to register for the program.

The tuition fee includes dental team member registration for the 2024 and 2025 Virginia Dental Showcase, five hours of online continuing education and a graduation celebration following the completion of the program.

Note: Registration for the 2024 and 2025 Showcase includes access to the CE that is part of the Academy’s Certified Dental Office Professional program, additional continuing education, access to the exhibit hall and great social events.

Yes! The 2024 Virginia Dental Showcase at the Greenbrier and the 2025 Showcase at the Hilton Norfolk the Main will both feature discounted room rates for attendees. Please be on the lookout for communications from the Showcase for details on how to make your hotel reservations.

Showcase attendees enjoy food, beverages, and fun throughout the event! Coffee breaks, receptions with exhibitors and sponsors, boxed lunches and the Membership Party on Saturday night are all included with your registration.

The online CE courses will be recorded and will be available on-demand at www.vadental.org/academy. 

Yes, participation is not limited to one attendee per office. However, overall participation is limited and spaces for each cohort of the Certified Dental Office Professional program will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.