CE Courses

Find details of upcoming CE Courses here. All Dental Xcel courses are held at the Dental Xcel Training Centre in Oakville.

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Dental Xcel Clinic 101 Series

The Dental Xcel Clinic 101 Series is a foundational series in the skills and processes of Clinic design, launch and management.

Six two-hour seminars, which can be taken individually or booked as a complete series, delivered by experts in financial, operational and technical management.

Clinic 101 Series: Location & Construction

  • Learn to design clinical workflows to increase efficiency
  • Understand the regulatory and zoning requirements of clinic construction
  • Discover how to choose an optimal location for your dental practice with case studies

2 CE Credits

Details & Registration

Clinic 101 Series: IPAC & Human Resources

  • Analyze approaches to workforce planning and talent acquisition
  • Understand the HR challenges in the dental industry
  • Examine the core principles of infection prevention and control (IPAC)

2 CE Credits

Details & Registration

Clinic 101 Series: Digital Dentistry

  • Learn how to ensure seamless data transfer for digital X-rays
  • Discover how intraoral scanning captures precise 3D images of the entire oral cavity
  • Understand the digital workflow from diagnosis to final restoration

2 CE Credits

Details & Registration

Clinic 101 Series: Accounting & Funding

  • Learn how to estimate and track realistic revenue and patient growth data
  • Assess key elements that mitigate risk criteria and satisfy lenders
  • Understand financial forecasting for business plans and funding proposals

2 CE Credits

Details & Registration

Clinic 101 Series: Brand Strategy & Marketing

  • Understand compliance and best practices for CASL, advertising, trademarks and privacy
  • Examine how brand positioning can impact client relations and future growth
  • Learn the principles that underlie a comprehensive marketing campaign

2 CE Credits

Details & Registration

Clinic 101 Series: Equipment & Sundries

  • Understand how to select and implement sterilization and lab equipment
  • Learn how to choose clinical equipment based on needs, ergonomics, and durability
  • Analyze how to design a utility room to support digital and specialist equipment

2 CE Credits

Details & Registration
Clinic 101: Accounting & Funding

Next course date: Oct 22, 2026

Clinic 101: Digital Dentistry

Next course date: Oct 15, 2026

Clinic 101: Equipment & Sundries

Next course date: Nov 19, 2026

Clinic 101: IPAC and Human Resources

Next course date: Oct 8, 2026

Clinic 101: Location & Construction

Next course date: Oct 1, 2026

Clinic 101: Brand Strategy & Marketing

Next course date: Oct 29, 2026

Dental Office Construction & Renovation

From Breaking Ground to a Lifelong Practice

Learn the foundations of dental clinic development from pre-construction to daily management and how to structure your operations for long-term patient care.

This one-day seminar takes dental professionals through the roadmap of planning and launching a successful new office. Industry experts will guide you through essential pre-construction considerations, including RCDSO compliance and Ontario building regulations, that impact how you and your staff will work on a daily basis. This session equips you with a practical checklist of decisions that impact the longevity of your practice before breaking ground, including:

  • Location & Construction
  • Leasing & Contracts
  • Accounting
  • Funding
  • Equipment Installation
  • IPAC
  • HR & Staffing
  • Office Management
  • Marketing
Learning Objectives
    1. Learn the end-to-end stages of dental clinic development with the regulatory requirements of each phase.
    2. Create a checklist of considerations tailored to both your existing and planned practice.
    3. Understand how to evaluate your practice for patient growth prospects, staffing needs, and financial capacity.

Friday, November 13, 2026

9:00am – 3:00pm ET

Dental Xcel Training Centre

1075 North Service Rd West, Oakville

4.5 CE Hours

Free to AGD Members

Registration opens at 8:30am. Includes lunch & refreshments.

Register at AGD Ontario

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dental Xcel?

Dental Xcel is a continuing education provider focused on building a community of dental growth by delivering hands-on, evidence-based educational programs that help dental professionals expand clinical skills and confidence.

Who can attend Dental Xcel courses?

Dental Xcel courses are designed for licensed dentists and dental professionals in Ontario who are seeking to fulfill continuing education (CE) requirements, improve clinical skills, and enhance their practice.

Where are the Dental Xcel courses held?

Courses will be held at Studio 6 Inc.’s new Oakville office located at 1075 North Service Road, Oakville, ON.

Can these courses help meet Ontario CE requirements?

Yes. Dentists in Ontario must complete a set number of CE credits within a cycle as required by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). Dental Xcel’s accredited clinical programs contribute toward these requirements.

How many credits will I receive for a seminar?

When you participate in one of Dental XCel’s 2-hour courses, you will receive two credits that will contribute toward the RCDSO’s requirements.

What happens if I need to cancel or reschedule?

Cancellation and refund policies are specific to each course. Contact us directly for further details.

How can I stay updated on new courses and events?

Subscribe to Dental Xcel’s newsletter or check the CE Courses and Clinic Startup pages on the Dental Xcel website for the latest course announcements.