Professionalism and Professional Standards for Dentists and Dental Professionals (Ireland) is a CPD course designed to help dentists and dental practitioners understand, apply, and demonstrate professionalism in line with the Dental Council of Ireland’s Code of Practice: Professional Behaviour and Ethical Conduct.

Professionalism in dentistry is more than technical skill — it is about honesty, accountability, respect, and probity in every patient and colleague interaction. The Dental Council requires registrants to uphold these standards as a condition of registration, ensuring safe patient care and sustaining public trust.

This course explores the attributes of professionalism, the consequences of lapses, and strategies for embedding professional behaviour into daily practice. Through Irish case examples, regulator-aligned guidance, and practical tools, learners will gain the skills to demonstrate professionalism in patient care, teamwork, documentation, and regulatory contexts.