Events and Workshops
From time to time, the College hosts events and workshops to support dental assistants in meeting professional requirements, understanding regulatory expectations, and staying informed about the College’s role in protecting the public.
These sessions are practical, accessible, and relevant to dental assistants at different stages of practice. They’re also an opportunity to connect with your College and get answers to your questions.
Attend a College Connect session
College Connect sessions are virtual town halls that provide an opportunity to hear directly from the College, ask questions, and stay informed about regulatory topics and initiatives.
Sessions may include:
- updates on regulatory or practice-related topics
- explanations of College processes and expectations
- opportunities for questions and discussion
We post details and registration information here and to the news page when sessions are scheduled. We also share recordings of past College Connect sessions when available.
Participate in CCP workshops
We offer free virtual workshops to support dental assistants in meeting the College’s Continuing Competence Program (CCP) requirements. Workshops are suitable for new registrants, dental assistants returning to practice, and those seeking a refresher.
Workshops are delivered online, so they’re easy and convenient to attend.
CCP Introduction Workshop
This workshop will introduce you to the Continuing Competence Program and explain what’s required. This is open to all registrants including new registrants and those looking for a refresher.
By attending a CCP Introduction Workshop, you’ll learn:
- what the CCP is and why it’s required
- what you need to complete each year
- how and where to complete it through the competence area of the Portal
- about the tools and resources available to support you
- answers to common CCP questions
Next CCP Introduction workshop
Monday, June 15, 2026
6:30–7:30 p.m. (MT)
CCP Audit Workshop
This workshop is offered early in the year, ahead of the CCP audit deadline, and explains what to expect if you are selected for audit.
By attending the CCP Audit Workshop, you’ll learn:
- why the College conducts CCP audits
- how and when audit notifications are sent
- where to find your audit information
- what the College looks for during an audit
- answers to common audit-related questions
Next CCP Audit workshop
Our next audit workshop will be held early in 2027.
If you need assistance with the CCP but cannot attend a workshop, CCP videos and resources are available, and the College can answer questions directly.
Stay connected with the College
We share the latest College news, including information about upcoming workshops and regulatory updates, through the College’s website, directly with dental assistants by email, and on our social media platforms.
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Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
Visit our YouTube channel to find videos that clarify our role as the public interest regulator of Alberta’s dental assisting profession. You’ll also find videos to support dental assistants in meeting professional requirements including workshop recordings, guidance on CCP, and more.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you record live events and workshops? If so, where can I watch?
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Live sessions are sometimes recorded and shared afterward. If a recording is available, it will be posted on our YouTube
channel so we encourage you to check there to see if it’s been added. Are certificates of attendance provided for live events or workshops?
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In some cases, yes. The session facilitator will let attendees know during the event if a certificate of attendance will be provided and how it will be distributed afterward.
Who can attend College events and workshops?
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Generally, we welcome anyone at our events and workshops. However, they typically include information intended for dental assistants.
