Advanced Pediatric Dentistry Certificate at University of Southern California

24-month course of study providing the background and clinical experience for the practice of pediatric dentistry, accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and meeting American Board of Pediatric Dentistry educational requirements. It can be combined with a Keck School master's in Academic Medicine (MACM) or Public Health (MPH).

Faculty: Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry  |  Duration: 24 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

First year covers advanced pediatric dentistry theory and care of healthy children (genetics, growth and development, behavior guidance, physical evaluation, research methodology, interceptive orthodontics, prevention). The second year focuses on children with physical, medical, intellectual and emotional disabilities, with hospital residency at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Long Beach Memorial/Miller Children's Hospital or Children's Hospital of Orange County. A combined minimum of 36 units of clinic courses is required.

Career pathways

Leadership positions in dental education, community service, dental research and oral health care of children with developmental disabilities and medically compromising conditions (combined program).

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