The AIDPH Academy

The American Institute on Disparities in Public Health hosts our educational leadership experiences via the AIDPH Academy, a hub for professional development and continuing education in oral health and public health.

The Elements of the Academy

The AIDPH Academy presents a range of engagement opportunities to suit different levels of commitment. Public health professionals can choose from live and asynchronous webinars and workshops designed for busy schedules, or dive deeper with our immersive fellowships and the annual colloquium for a more substantial professional development experience.  We’re continually expanding our offerings and value your input. Please contact us to shape future programming by sharing your suggestions or areas of interest – or partner with us for a customized professional development offering throughout our Technical Assistance and Capacity Building program.

LEARNING COLLABORATIVE

Informal meetings on an overarching topic focused on growth and collective action

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DOCTORAL PROGRAMMING HUB

An educational series for predoctoral dental students

WEBINARS AND WORKSHOPS

Meetings on a specific topic or initiative made to deliver information to a broader network

CERTIFICATES

Dedicated curriculum pathways to earn a certificate signaling expertise in an established topic

FELLOWSHIPS

Dedicated curriculum that is explored in longer terms to earn a certificate and moniker of “Fellow of the Academy”

COLLOQUIUM

Intensive topical examination that is interactive and geared for personal and professional development

VISIT THE AIDPH ACADEMY TO GET YOUR FREE MEMBERSHIP NOW

AIDPH hosts all of our asynchronous professional development and virtual fellowships via the AIDPH Academy. Membership is FREE, and currently, all members are eligible to earn complementary CEUs and certificates. Register now for your membership to stay updated on Academy offerings. 

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Webinars and Workshops

Stay at the forefront of the evolving public health landscape with our upcoming webinars. Explore timely topics, learn from experts, and contribute to the ongoing conversation on addressing health disparities. Register using the links below to attend live sessions. When completed, all sessions are loaded into the AIDPH Academy for on-demand learning opportunities, including continuing education credits.

UPCOMING 2026 DATES FOR VETERAN ORAL HEALTH VIRTUAL TOURS AND OUR ROOTED SERIES:

Veteran Oral Health Virtual Road Tour Stop: MAINE

February 27, 2026 | 11 AM ET

Veteran Oral Health Virtual Road Tour Stop: MINNESOTA

May 21, 2026 | 12 PM ET

ROOTED: Rural Oral health Outreach & Education in Dentistry

March 19, 2026 |  2 PM ET

ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING

AIDPH records and uploads all live content to the AIDPH Academy, our learning management hub for professional development. The Academy hosts on-demand certificate programming alongside webinars, workshops, fellowships, and virtual conferences. Almost all of our asynchronous content is available for continuing education units (CEUs) through ADA CERP recognition.

Fellowships

Our fellowships represent a comprehensive engagement with a dedicated curriculum topic, explored over longer terms to deepen understanding and expertise. Participants are awarded CEUs and a certificate upon completion, along with a title of “Fellow of the Academy.” This recurring tuition-based programming is designed to provide an immersive educational experience, fostering a meaningful connection to the subject matter and a strong community among peers.

Federal Service Immersion (FSI)

Dental Public Health Leadership Academy (DPHLA)

Summer Advocacy Fellowship

Certificate Programs

We recognize the value of continuous learning, specialization, and training that complements traditional academic pathways. Our certificate programs are crafted to signal expertise in distinct areas of dental public health. By obtaining a certification, participants not only validate their knowledge and skills, but also demonstrate a commitment to advancing oral health equity and catalyzing positive change.

Integrated Care Approaches to Veteran Oral Health

While the Veteran Oral Health Action Collaborative has concluded, the journey toward excellence in integrated care approaches to veteran oral health continues.

ROOTED: Rural Oral health Outreach, Training, and Education in Dentistry Seminar Series

AIDPH’s ROOTED Seminar Series focuses on advancing rural oral health through workforce development. Each monthly session features a didactic presentation on a specific facet of rural oral health followed by discussion of a “challenge” from the field.

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Nonprofit Management in Public Health Certificate Program

The Nonprofit Management in Public Health Certificate is a 6-month program designed to strengthen and expand the capacity of public health professionals, uniquely focused on equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead, sustain, and grow public health nonprofits,

Learning Collaboratives

AIDPH both facilitates and participates in multi-stakeholder learning collaboratives. These initiatives offer informal meetings centered around an overarching topic, creating a space dedicated to personal growth and collective action. Typically, gatherings occur with routine frequency, fostering a community of continuous learning and shared ambition. While these meetings do not offer CEUs, they provide invaluable opportunities for networking, collaboration, and real-time problem-solving. Depending on the project or partner involved, some Collaboratives may be temporary, making each session a unique and enriching experience. Currently, AIDPH co-leads the OPEN Advocacy learning collaborative. Sign up here to participate!

AIDPH wants to partner with YOU on our next Learning Collaborative! Visit our Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Program to learn more.

“Everything that was addressed in these sessions was very real
to me. I enjoy listening to
others’ perspectives and ideas, and I think it is important to bounce these ideas off each other as the same problems exist across the country.”