Pediatric Dentistry
Length of Program: 1-3 Quarters
Number of Positions: 3 per Quarter
Program Director: Dr. Francisco Ramos-Gomez
The Pediatric Dentistry Preceptorship program is designed for foreign-trained dentists who wish to return to an academic setting for short periods of time to supplement the knowledge and experiences gained from earlier training and subsequent professional experiences.
Preceptors are able to audit all courses offered by the Section of Pediatric Dentistry during their enrollment. Course topics include histology and embryology, growth and development, interceptive orthodontics, oral pathology, behavior management, preventive dentistry, pediatric diagnosis and treatment, sedation and anesthesia, pediatric medicine, practice management, and research methodology.
A certificate of attendance is awarded upon successful completion of the program. This certificate is not the same as the postgraduate program certificate awarded to full-time international postgraduates in specialty training as a qualification for recognition by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Selection Process & Factors
Phone interviews will be conducted. If you have been selected to interview, you will be notified by the program coordinator.
The admissions committee considers the following criteria in its decisions:
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Academic achievement during dental training
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English proficiency
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Content of confidential reports
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Future aspirations
Accepted candidates are notified on a rolling basis. A letter of acceptance signed by the Program Director and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs will be issued upon acceptance.
Program Fees
Fees: $10,000 per quarter (subject to change)
Certificate Fee: one-time payment of $200
Refund Policy:
Payment |
100% for each quarter |
100% refund |
10 weeks before start of quarter |
50% refund |
5 weeks before start of quarter |
None |
less than 5 weeks before start of quarter |
Contact Us
Postgraduate Programs Officer
Phone: (310) 825-7478
postdds@dentistry.ucla.edu