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Supporting the educators who shape the future of dentistry.

The National Academy of Dental Educators™ is a professional development hub designed to support dental educators at every stage, from new faculty to seasoned program leaders, with practical training, accreditation support, curriculum strategy, and community.

Built by current educators. Grounded in real academic and clinical realities. Designed for the future of dental education.

Virtual-first. Nationally accessible. CODA-aligned. Educator-centered.

WHy This exists

Dental education is evolving and educators are being asked to do more with fewer resources, tighter timelines, and higher accountability.

Yet many educators:

  • Enter teaching without formal pedagogical training

  • Step into leadership roles without structured accreditation support

  • Navigate CODA standards without clear, practical guidance

  • Carry the weight of student success, workforce demands, and institutional pressure, often in isolation

The National Academy of Dental Educators™ exists to change that.

We create spaces where educators gain clarity, confidence, and community, beyond their individual institutions.

Who this is for

If you teach, lead, or support dental education, this space was built with you in mind.

We serve:
• Dental hygiene educators
• Dental assisting educators
• Program directors and department leaders
• Clinical instructors
• Faculty in community colleges, universities, and private institutions
• Professionals transitioning into education
• Workforce development and curriculum leaders

Whether your role is clinical, classroom-based, hybrid, or administrative, you belong here.

I won something for the clinic, met some amazing dental hygiene educators and speakers, learned so much new information and realized there are some things in my life that I need to change! It was an eye opening experience that I needed and It was a blessing that I was able to attend! THANK YOU!!

J. Thompson, RDH

I just wanted to take a moment to give a shout out to Jasmin and her crew for putting on an absolutely wonderful educators summit. During this time was a conflict for some of us due to personal family graduations as well as the end of the semester Jasmin pulled off an absolutely phenomenal opportunity for those of us who could not travel to attend virtually! It was a wonderful opportunity for us to collaborate and be a part of this group even though we were not in person! Thank you Jasmin for keeping us in your thoughts and there is no doubt that this summit will continue to flourish and grow! Education is a tough job and as a full-time educator myself it was refreshing to hear that we are not alone in our struggles it is a tough time it is a tough generation and a tough economic era. Thank you Jasmin Haley we love you!

E. Spring, RDH, MS

This course was absolutely amazing. I learned so much from the speakers as well as from other educators that I got to network with. The 2 days were very inspiring and eye opening. It was exactly what I needed during this time in my journey as a dental hygiene educator! I honestly recommend this course to EVERYONE involved in dental hygiene education.

J. Thompson, RDH, MS

I had fun! This was what is needed for all dental hygiene educators. Tons of tips were given to immediately implement or start the process of implementation...

S. Wyche, RDH

It was excellent! I wish I could have been there in person.

S. Baker, RDH

Everything was wonderful!!! Don't change a thing!!!

D. Conley, RDH

Thank you for providing an online option.

E. Spring , RDH

You guys did an amazing job.

TSU, RDH

 I loved the in-person or virtual option! That was very convenient.

K. Knutson, RDH

Overall Great course. Plenty of discussion topics and I learned a great deal.

C. Griffin, RDH

Everything was wonderful!

L. Munley, RDH

...I would love to (and will be) attending one of their courses again in the future. The other speakers were also great as well. Thank you again, It was very inspiring!

A. Bendowski, RDH

I thought topics covered were valuable and satisfactory.

L. Loughney, RDH

Our work is grounded in:

Evidence-based teaching practices

CODA alignment and academic rigor
Inclusive, student-centered practices
Workforce development needs
Innovation in curriculum design
Elevated educator leadership
Psychological safety in learning environments
Professional integrity and collaboration

We believe in building a future where every dental educator feels confident, valued, connected, and equipped to make an impact.

Educator Leadership, Wellbeing &
Sustainability

We are intentional about offering virtual learning experiences as our foundational model.

Virtual programming:

• reduces financial barriers for educators
• widens national access
• builds psychological safety
• removes gatekeeping norms often experienced in academic spaces
• allows educators from diverse backgrounds — including those who have historically felt overlooked — to engage without fear or bias
• supports faculty with busy schedules or heavy teaching loads

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