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In cooperation with the Virginia Academy
of General Dentistry
Overview
The VCU/VAGD MasterTrack CE Program consists of 400 hours of
participation-type continuing dental education and uses the protocol format
outlined in the current AGD MasterTrack Manual 2004. Participants desiring the
AGD's full Mastership recognition must complete an additional 200 hours of
continuing dental education through other courses.
MasterTrack courses will be scheduled in two sessions of 25 clock-hours each
per year, with each session beginning on a Thursday at mid-day and ending on
Sunday at mid-day. Credit hours per session will be 50 hours, consisting of 25
hours of case reports by participants, on-site lectures and hands-on
participation in AGD-designated topics, and 25 hours of off-site/in-office
assignments between sessions. The entire program of 400 participation hours can
be completed in eight sessions over four years.
Learning Activities
Lecture
Traditional lecture format and setting. There is no limit to how many
participants can attend.
Participation
Active hands-on participation in a laboratory or clinical setting. Over
30% of the on-site hours will be hands-on.
Protocol
Completion of off-site, in-office assignments while not under the direct
supervision of an instructor. Credit is awarded for assigned self-study and
hands-on work, and case reports regarding patient care. Half of the hours will
be of the homework assignment protocol type.
Curriculum
The MasterTrack Curriculum outlines the planned topics and hours of
instruction for each AGD-required topic over the eight on-site sessions
planned. The corresponding breakdown of types of credit
hours planned is summarized for each of the AGD-required areas.
The MasterTrack Program has been developed with many
learning enhancements to make the program as meaningful as possible for the
participants.
All the courses will be organized by the VCU School of Dentistry through
the Office of Continuing Education at the school. Many of the courses will be
provided by VCU faculty. Although the courses are primarily for MasterTrack
participants, enrollment in specific courses also will be open to other
registrants.
Location
Facilities at the VCU School of Dentistry or the host hotel where the
participants are staying overnight will be used for lecture courses and
protocol assignment presentations by participants. Hands-on courses will be
conducted in the school's new state-of-the-art Mannequin Lab.
Tuition
Tuition is $1,295 for each 25-hour session and corresponding homework
assignment follow-up. This includes all breakfasts, lunches, and breaks,
Thursday evening reception, and a group dinner on Friday. There will be
additional costs to participants for supplies for hands-on courses, travel, and
overnight accommodations.
Registration Policies Specific to MasterTrack
The CE office reserves the right to end registration in the MasterTrack
Program when the enrollment limit is reached and to reschedule sessions if
circumstances indicate such a change is advisable. Each session requires full
payment at least four weeks prior to the start date.
Cancellation Policies Specific to MasterTrack
For MasterTrack participants, due to the limited-attendance nature of the
hands-on segments, case report reviews, and homework assistance, little
flexibility can be offered. Full tuition refunds will not be possible.
Cancellations more than a week prior to course date will be refunded tuition
minus $325. No refunds will be issued for cancellation received seven days
prior to the day of the course or in the instance of a no show.