Bench Prep/Hand Skills Course for Internationally-Trained Dentists
About This Event
The Bench Prep/Hand Skills Course is a four-day CE program designed to help participants develop the psychomotor skills necessary to achieve optimal results following American dental practice standards. It is primarily aimed at international dental graduates preparing to apply for International Dentist Education Programs (IDEP) in the United States. Participants receive 32 continuing education credit hours upon completion. This UT Health San Antonio Hand Skills CE Course provides a comprehensive preparation pathway for international dentists, combining intensive technical training, mock assessments, and U.S. standard-based evaluations, making it a valuable step for your IDEP application.
Learning Objectives
- Enhance manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination aligned with U.S. dental school expectations.
- Review basic operative and fixed prosthodontic techniques used in dental admissions testing.
- Participate in small group, supervised exercises ensuring individualized feedback.
- Take part in a mock bench test on the final day to simulate a real admissions-style evaluation and assess skill progress.
Additional Event Information
Target Audience
International dental graduates
Event Format
In-person
CE Credits
32*