Unique Opportunities for Dental Professionals
WDA offers hands-on workshops, guest speaker events, and professional development courses — all designed to help dental professionals maintain competence and stay current in Alberta's oral health industry.
Upcoming Events
Professional Development Events
Ergonomics in Healthcare
Developed by a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) and RYT 200. Healthcare professionals spend countless hours caring for others, often in sustained postures that place significant demands on the body. This interactive workshop is designed specifically for healthcare professionals who want to understand the impact of ergonomics and develop practical strategies to prevent pain, injury, and burnout. Includes guided breathwork, yoga-inspired movement, stretches, and a closing Yoga Nidra relaxation practice. There will be 3 separate sessions available focusing on different areas of the body. Each session targets a specific area, so you can attend one or all three.
- Ergonomic risk factors and posture principles for dental practice
- Guided breathwork techniques to reduce tension and support focus
- Yoga-inspired movement sequences adapted for healthcare professionals
- Targeted stretches for specific areas of the body
- Closing Yoga Nidra relaxation practice
What to bring: Water bottle, yoga mat, and comfortable clothes
Ideal for: All Healthcare Personnel
Location: 258-150 Chippewa Road, Sherwood Park (plenty of free parking)
Located on the second floor
Renewal Wellness Guest Speaker Event
This dynamic full-day event equips dental professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to address emerging patient care challenges while strengthening professional and personal success. Topics include the dental team's role in identifying Obstructive Sleep Apnea, addictions and oral health, building financial wellness as a dental professional, and reducing risk during emergency situations. Attendees will gain practical, actionable strategies that can be immediately applied in clinical practice and everyday life.
In-person session includes Lunch, Snacks and Refreshments
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea — Samantha Coleman & Emily Griffiths
- Addictions and Oral Health — Superintendent Lance Parker, Edmonton Police Service
- Acupuncture for TMJ — Steve Wong
- Beyond the Diagnosis: Purposeful Dementia Engagement — Naomi Klassen
- Limiting your Liability in Emergency Situations — Tony Korobanik
Speakers
Day's agenda will be sent with your email confirmation. Certificate of attendance will include breakdown of hours for each speaker.
Location: 258-150 Chippewa Road, Sherwood Park (plenty of free parking)
Located on the second floor
Available Courses
Online Refresher Courses
Self-paced online courses hosted on WDA Moodle. Enrol, study at your own pace, and receive a Certificate of Completion when you finish.
Oral Pathology Brush-Up
This course provides a general overview and refresher of oral pathology conditions a Dental Assistant may encounter in the office. It is intended to "brush up" your knowledge but is not intended to be an in depth course for credit. Note: DA and RDA are used interchangeably within this course.
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Practical Exam Prep
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Launching SoonNational Practical Evaluation Guided Practice Workshop
Structured guided practice for dental assisting candidates preparing for the NDAEB Clinical Practice Evaluation (CPE). Covers all nine clinical skills assessed during the CPE with focused instruction, hands-on practice, and skill reinforcement.
Gift Certificates
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Support a colleague or loved one's professional development with a WDA Gift Certificate. Redeemable for any event, course, or workshop.
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Choose from $40 to $750 CAD to match any event or course
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Gift certificates are valid for one year from the date of purchase
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