Program Description
This program is designed in accordance with the standards of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) through joint efforts between the University of Florida Continuing Dental Education and the Florida Academy of General Dentistry. The MasterTrack courses are presented by a variety of instructors including UF faculty, nationally-recognized experts, and private practitioners. Classes meet one weekend per month on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (including lunch on Fri/Sat). The class format consists of lectures, open discussion, in-office projects, literature review, and hands-on participation utilizing the College of Dentistry’s state-of-the-art Simulation Lab. Upgrade your dental practice with our Comprehensive Dentistry Program and expand your skills in just two years. Join elite dentists in our 35-year legacy and earn 600 credits forwards an AGD Fellowship or Mastership.
UF College of Dentistry has been offering this unique program for over 35 years providing dentists an opportunity to:
- Earn 600 credits toward a Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry MAGD.
- Seek Diplomate status with the American Board of General Dentists upon successful completion.
- Interact with instructors specializing in different fields; with evidence-based, research-supported insights into the latest advancements in the profession.
- Network with practitioners nationally and internationally.
- Compile a body of reference material for practical, immediate use in your practice.
- Expand knowledge for newly licensed dentists or introduce new skills for experienced dentists.
This program has been approved for tuition payment under the Post-9/11 GI bill .
Participants
CDP Program
Begins 2024
Concludes 2026
Full Tuition: $29,975
600 Participation Hours towards AGD Fellowship or Mastership and a certificate from the University of Florida College of Dentistry.
CDP33 Cohort
Per Session: $1,199
CEU: 24 Participation
1 session/month for 25 months- Only pay for what you attend.
Custom Schedule
Let us create a custom schedule to get you the hours you need for your MAGD requirements. View the schedule for a complete list of dates and topics and contact us to register.
A la Carte
Per Session: $1,319
CEU: 20 Participation
Limited Seats Available
AGD LSSR Award
AGD Masters can further distinguish themselves by pursuing the Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition (LLSR), which demonstrates their commitment to continuous learning and active participation in organized dentistry and community service.
Program Director
Director
Dr. Alex J. Delgado
Delgado, a clinical associate professor in the UF College of Dentistry's Department of Restorative Dental Sciences, was appointed the Director of Continuing Dental Education in May 2021.
“I declare that neither I nor any member of my family has a financial arrangement or affiliation with any corporate organization offering financial support or grant monies for this continuing dental education program greater than $999, nor do I have a financial interest greater than $1,000 in any commercial product(s) I will discuss in the presentation.”
Program Breakdown
The course curriculum parallels the requirements for a Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry. A certificate of completion is awarded to each candidate that meets requirements in the following areas:
T.M.D./Occlusion 46 hours | Operative Dentistry 46 hours | Periodontics 46 hours | Fixed Prosthodontics 46 hours | Removable Prosthodontics 46 hours | Endodontics 46 hours | Oral Surgery 46 hours | Esthetics 46 hours | Electives 78 hours | Implants 46 hours | Practice Management 24 hours | Basic Science 12 hours | Special Patient Care 12 hours | Oral Medicine/Oral Diagnosis 12 hours | Orthodontics 12 hours | Pediatric Dentistry 12 hours | Orofacial Pain 12 hours | Anesthesia/Pain Management/Sedation/Pharmacology 12 hours
Total: 600 hours