Professionalism and Professional Standards for Dentists and Dental Practitioners is a CPD course for dental professionals in Australia who want to strengthen professionalism, accountability, and ethical standards in their practice. It is particularly relevant for those facing AHPRA or Dental Board of Australia (DBA) notifications, remediation requirements, or fitness to practise investigations, but also valuable for dentists and dental practitioners seeking CPD to reinforce professional conduct in daily practice.

The course explores what professionalism means in dentistry and why it is central to safe, ethical, and patient-centred care. Participants will review the DBA’s Code of Conduct and learn how to apply its standards to real-world scenarios including consent, boundaries, communication, documentation, infection control, and cultural safety. Common professionalism breaches — such as overtreatment, confidentiality lapses, boundary violations, or misleading advertising — are examined alongside their professional and regulatory consequences.

Through case-based learning, reflection, and regulatory guidance, participants will develop the skills to navigate professionalism challenges, respond constructively to complaints, and demonstrate insight and remediation. By the end of this course, dental practitioners will be equipped to uphold trust, meet regulator expectations, and deliver care that is consistently safe, accountable, and respectful.