{"product_id":"mental-health-burnout-substance-abuse-awareness-in-dentistry","title":"MENTAL HEALTH \u0026 SUBSTANCE AWARENESS FOR DENTAL PROFESSIONALS CEU","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSelf-Paced Online Course | AGD Subject Code 346 | 1 CEU\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMental Health, Burnout \u0026amp; Substance Abuse Awareness in Dentistry is a self-paced online continuing education course designed specifically for dental professionals. This course helps dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and office staff recognize the signs and symptoms of burnout, stress, impairment, mental health disorders, and substance abuse within the dental setting while promoting wellness, resilience, and patient safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course meets the North Carolina continuing education requirement related to substance abuse and mental health awareness for dental professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMental health challenges, emotional exhaustion, workplace stress, and substance abuse continue to impact dental professionals nationwide. The demands of dentistry can contribute to burnout, anxiety, depression, fatigue, and professional impairment, affecting both provider well-being and patient care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis self-paced online course provides practical education on recognizing warning signs, understanding workplace risk factors, reducing stigma, promoting healthier workplace environments, and identifying pathways for support and early intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants will explore real-world scenarios and gain valuable tools to help foster a healthier dental workplace culture while improving provider wellness and patient safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Objectives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completion of this course, participants should be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify signs and symptoms of burnout, stress, mental health disorders, and substance abuse among dental professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize workplace factors that contribute to emotional exhaustion and professional fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss the impact of stigma and barriers to seeking support or treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview strategies for wellness, resilience, stress management, and healthier workplace environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify support resources and pathways for early intervention and recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand how untreated mental health conditions and substance abuse may impact patient safety and quality of care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-paced online access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive learning experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional narration available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant certificate upon completion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible anytime, anywhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAGD National PACE Approved Provider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobile-friendly online learning platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant North Carolina CE Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course satisfies the North Carolina continuing education requirement regarding substance abuse and mental health awareness for dentists and dental hygienists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorth Carolina dentists and dental hygienists are required to complete one (1) hour of continuing education related to substance abuse and mental health awareness every two calendar years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAGD Subject Code: 346\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCredit Hours: 1 CEU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Self-paced online course\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimated Completion Time: Approximately 1 hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Take This Course?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDentists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDental Hygienists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDental Assistants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffice Managers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDental Team Members\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorth Carolina Dental Professionals seeking CE compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this course meet North Carolina CE requirements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This course meets the North Carolina requirement for continuing education related to substance abuse and mental health awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this course self-paced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Participants may complete the course anytime, anywhere at their own pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill I receive a certificate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Participants receive an instant certificate upon successful course completion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs narration included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Optional narration is available throughout the course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill Dental Practice Resources report AGD credit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. If you are an AGD member, please email your AGD member number and order number to \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@dentalpracticeresources.com\"\u003einfo@dentalpracticeresources.com\u003c\/a\u003e and we will report your CE credit on your behalf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMulti-User \/ Team Training Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor group or office trainings, please email trainee information at checkout, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique Email Address\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAGD Member Number (if applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach participant must have a unique email address for CE tracking and certificate generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Disclaimers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo prerequisites required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo financial conflict or commercial bias\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes post-course knowledge assessment and evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo refunds on digital purchases or downloadable products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to course materials is limited to the duration of the course\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpon completion, users will no longer have access to course modules or associated materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Publication Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Release Date: May 24, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview Date: May 24, 2027\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpiration Date: May 24, 2028\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Assistance?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor questions regarding course access, CE reporting, or team training setup, please contact:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@dentalpracticeresources.com\"\u003einfo@dentalpracticeresources.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dental Practice Resources","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49154963767448,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/1179\/4840\/files\/Mental_Health_Burnout_Course_Optimized_f3dbc3c0-8dd6-4661-86aa-4bb4b44af22d.webp?v=1779833552","url":"https:\/\/www.dentalpracticeresources.com\/products\/mental-health-burnout-substance-abuse-awareness-in-dentistry","provider":"Dental Practice Resources","version":"1.0","type":"link"}