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Unlock cutting-edge, evidence-based education in dental infection prevention, occupational health, and patient safety—right here at ADS. Whether you’re fulfilling educational requirements, advancing your career, or safeguarding your practice, we are your trusted partner on the journey.

Earn ADA CERP credits and digital badges with our leading educational programs and continuing education activities.

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Courses & Conferences

Dental Infection Control Boot Camp

Jumpstart your infection prevention skills! This intensive, foundational course—taught by national and international experts—covers CDC Guidelines and OSHA Standards.
2026 On-Demand Registration Open Now!

Annual Conference

Join innovators and leaders in dental infection control at our premier, advanced-level event! Hear the latest on compliance, guidance, and emerging issues.
2026 On-Demand Registration Open Now!

Save the Date for 2027 Annual Conference: June 2-4, St. Louis, Missouri

Webinars

Stay current and connected with live webinars, led by top subject matter experts.

CE Center

Power up your knowledge—on your own schedule. Access interactive self-study courses and on-demand webinars in our Dental Infection Prevention & Safety CE Center.

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If Saliva Were Red 

A groundbreaking training video that uses vivid visuals (no words needed) to demonstrate infection control in action—perfect for any classroom, anywhere in the world.

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ADS-DALE Foundation Certificate & Courses

• Dental Infection Prevention and Control Certificate: Your comprehensive entry point for foundational expertise in infection prevention, co-developed by ADS & DALE Foundation.
  
• Online Courses (DALE Foundation Website)
• Aerosol Management and Indoor Air Safety
• Sterilization and Sterilization Monitoring
• General Aspects of Instrument Processing
• Understanding CDC's Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings 
• Understanding Dental Unit Waterlines

Past Annual Conference Slides

Explore our exclusive library of past conference presentations—available to members only.

Workbooks & Textbook

• Workbooks
• From Policy to Practice: ADS's Guide to the CDC Guidelines (2025 Edition) workbook
• OSHA & CDC Guidelines: ADS Interact Training System 8th Edition workbook
• Textbook:
• Infection Control and Management of Hazardous Materials for the Dental Team, 7th Edition - CE is not available for this textbook. 

Additional Resources

• Educational Framework
• Discover the 2016 Educational Framework – Proceedings of the Infection Control Consortium developed by the CDC Division of Oral Health and seven national dental organizations. 
• CE Program & Provider Recognition