The preceptorship program is an observation program. This program familiarizes foreign dental graduates with the principles, practice procedures and protocols of a general dental practice in the U.S. By observing and learning various methods and materials, participants can become more competitive when applying for dental residency programs in the U.S.

Our program is familiar with international dental graduates and the rigors and challenges they face in order to practice in the U.S. Especially since we accept International Dental Graduates into our Residency Program. We have multinational faculty, some of whom are international dental graduates themselves. They understand the process and the challenges international dental graduates face to practice in the U.S.

No, the preceptorship program is observational only.

Individuals who successfully complete the preceptor program will receive a certificate of completion signed by the program director.

This preceptorship program is not accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation; however, candidates who complete the program are awarded a certificate of completion.

This a two consecutive week program, generally the third and fourth weeks of an available calendar month.

Yes. The preceptorship program is specifically designed to familiarize international dental graduates and international dental students with the daily clinical operations of a general dental practice with additional emphasis on a brief introduction to the didactic and clinical operations of a hospital-based residency program and the expectations from candidates who apply to such programs.

Applicants may choose their top three modules/time slots of choice. For specific questions regarding availablilty, please contact the program director.

Yes.

The fee for this international preceptorship program is $1,000.

No, accommodations/lodging and food are the separate responsibility of the participant.

Yes, several hotels/motels are withing short driving distance from the clinic. All lodging, travel and dietary/food arrangements are the responsibility of the attendee. Food services are available at the Cabell Huntington Hospital cafeteria or numerous restaurants within walking distance or a short drive.

No, all costs are the responsibility of the participant.

Yes, there is a non-refundable application fee of $100.

No, the application fee is not refundable.

No. The application fee is not applied toward the program fee.

The full tuition is required upon acceptance into the program. Based on the application cycle, candidates have two weeks to pay the tuition after acceptance into the program and at least 30 days before the start of the program.

Upon acceptance and receipt of application fee and program fee, the following guidelines apply:

• Cancellation four or more weeks prior to start of program: 100% refund of program fee
• Cancellation between two and four weeks prior to start of program: 50% refund of program fee
• Cancellation less than two weeks prior to start of program: No refund of program fee 

Candidates should apply 60 days prior to their preferred session for the program start date. However, applications are accepted at any time but the timeliness of your application may limit your ability to received your preferred session date.

Visit the How to Apply page to learn more. 

An applicant selects on the application, in order of preference, which session they would like to attend. If a session is filled or no longer available, then the next option selected will be considered. If there is no availability for any of the selected dates, an applicant will be notified of the next available date or be given the option not to proceed with the application. ​

Accepted candidates are notified by telephone and/or email usually within one week after the completed application is received.

A maximum of two (2) applicants will be accepted for each designated two-week session. Please refer to the application for available dates.

Preceptorship sessions are planned for the third and fourth weeks of a calendar month.

Yes. Please submit your application at least 30 days prior to the start of the session.