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Continuing Education
Courses

Meet your licensure requirements while expanding your clinical expertise. Samantha is developing CE courses designed by a former NSBDE infection control inspector with deep subject-matter authority and 16+ years of clinical experience. Courses are available for in-office presentation or live virtual delivery.

Course Catalog

Samantha is currently developing slide decks for these courses. All courses will be available for in-office presentation or live virtual delivery. Contact us for updates on availability or to express interest in a specific topic.

Samantha Medeiros presenting her Infection Control and Prevention for the Dental Office continuing education course
Available Now 2 CE Credits In-Person or Virtual

Infection Control and Prevention

A comprehensive review of current CDC, OSHA, and OSAP guidelines with practical application strategies for private practice settings. Covers sterilization protocols, surface disinfection, PPE best practices, dental unit waterlines, and documentation requirements. Developed by a former NSBDE infection control inspector.

Schedule This Course

No set dates. Schedule individually or for your entire office. Contact Samantha to arrange.

In Development 3 CE Credits In-Person or Virtual

OSHA Compliance: What Every Dental Team Member Needs to Know

Bloodborne pathogen standards, hazard communication, exposure control plans, and record-keeping requirements explained in practical, actionable terms. Designed to meet annual OSHA training requirements. Coming soon.

In Development 2 CE Credits In-Person or Virtual

Airway Health & Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy: A Dentist's Guide

Understanding the oral-airway connection, screening protocols for sleep-disordered breathing, and when to refer patients for myofunctional evaluation. Ideal for dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants. Coming soon.

In Development 1 CE Credit In-Person or Virtual

Building a Culture of Compliance in Your Dental Office

Leadership strategies for embedding infection control and regulatory awareness into your daily practice culture. Practical approaches to team accountability, documentation habits, and continuous improvement. Coming soon.

Why Choose CE Courses from Thrive?

Developed by a Former Inspector

Samantha's courses are built on real inspection experience, not just textbook knowledge. She knows what matters most for compliance and patient safety.

16+ Years of Hands-On Clinical Experience

Samantha brings over 16 years of real-world clinical experience as a dental hygienist and former NSBDE inspector. These aren't just textbook courses — they're built on tried-and-true best practices and proven successes from the operatory floor.

Practical, Not Theoretical

Every course is designed to give you actionable takeaways you can implement in your practice the next day. No filler, no fluff.

Flexible Delivery

Courses can be delivered in your practice during a lunch-and-learn, after-hours workshop, or as a live virtual session for your study club or team.

CE Credits That Count

Courses are designed to meet standard CE accreditation requirements. We recommend verifying with your state dental board as requirements vary.

Get Notified When Courses Launch

Courses are currently in development. Sign up to be notified when they become available, or request custom scheduling for your study club or practice.