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Student Saturday Expanded!
Due to increased demand and more 2nd year students than ever, we’ve expanded capacity to 150 students! The $75 Student Saturday ticket includes Katrina Sanders’ Boards Cram Session, exhibit hall access, student activities & prizes, Friday night BINGO, plus an exclusive student discount on Katrina’s full Boards Prep course.
$50 OFF Full Conference Registration
It’s Dental Hygiene Month - and we LOVE RDHs! Use code RDHlove for $50 off Full Conference registration.
Does not apply to Student Saturday tickets.
Special Faculty Dinner
Faculty (including adjunct faculty) attending ALPINE are invited to Elevating Educators
Alpine 2026 Registration still open!! Celebrate 40 years of independent dental hygiene practice in CO!

Fall Membership for NDHM
There’s power in belonging to a nationwide network of dental hygienists. This October you can join + save 25% on national dues. Connect with fellow [State Name] hygienists and a community committed to advancing the profession and supporting you throughout your career. From CE and advocacy to resources, discounts and connections, your membership gives you more ways to stay informed, involved and inspired. Plus, the new monthly autopay option makes it even easier to stay connected and on track. Join by October 31 with code NDHM26 at adha.org/join.
RDH Voices
Dear Colorado Dental Provider,
You are invited to participate in a research study: "Assessing Dental Providers’ Perspectives of Dentists and Dental Hygienists as Vaccinators." The purpose of this study is to assess practicing dentists’ and dental hygienists’ perspectives on dental clinicians as providers of childhood vaccinations — specifically HPV and influenza vaccines. Your feedback is essential to understanding barriers and facilitators to dental providers serving as vaccinators in Colorado, improving dental curricula, and improving access to preventive care in Colorado.
Participation Overview: · Task: An anonymous, multiple-choice online survey regarding your HPV knowledge and perspectives on the role of dental providers in promoting and providing vaccines.
· Time: Approximately 5–15 minutes.
· Privacy: Your responses are strictly anonymous. The only identifiers being tracked are basic demographics and general dental practice information.
· Voluntary: Participation is entirely optional.
· End Date: The survey will close on October 30th at 11:59PM.
Questions? · Study Inquiries: Contact Dr. Jessica Jack at [email protected].
· Participant Rights: Contact the Colorado Multiple Institutional Review Board (COMIRB) at 303-724-1055 or [email protected].
Thank you for your time and contribution to this research.
Please complete the survey using the following link: https://redcap.ucdenver.

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As Colorado's dental hygiene prescribing authority expands, we're here to help you build the knowledge and confidence you need.
Register for individual courses or save by registering for the full series.
Series includes:
• Virtual: Law & Ethics of Prescribing
• Virtual: Clinical Decision Making—Antibiotic Stewardship & Non-Opioid Pain Management
• In-Person: Hands-On Prescribing Workshop
Join us as we prepare for the future of dental hygiene practice!
Use the QR code to register or email [email protected] for more information. You can also sign up for our CE mailing list by clicking on the link below and we will send out emails about all our offerings!
https://lnkd.in/g8WPMf3X

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Online dates (you are required to participate in all hands-on activities): October 5th-November 2nd
Hands-On Skills Dates (you are required to participate in all hands-on activities): November 7th & 8th
Cost: $1365
Nitrous Certification
Online dates (you are required to participate in all hands-on activities): October 5th-November 2nd
Hands-On Skills Dates (you are required to participate in all hands-on activities): November 7th & 8th
Diode Laser Certification
Online dates (you are required to participate in all hands-on activities): October 5th-November 2nd
Hands-On Skills Dates (you are required to participate in all hands-on activities): November 7th & 8th

ADHA Foundation
Research, community service, and travel grants available!
17 different scholarships available across all degree levels, maybe support for your next opportunity can be found here?
Donate here!
Support the Mission
Did you know that a small, consistent gift can create a huge impact?
By giving just $10 a month, you will be the force that helps the
Colorado Dental Hygienists' Association (CODHA) sustain its mission year-round for all of us.
Your monthly gift helps:
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Advocate for our profession: Power our legislative efforts throughout the year to protect and expand the practice of dental hygiene.
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Empower our leaders: Support a full-time Executive Director and provide leadership training for the next generation of hygienists.
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Serve our communities: Expand CODHA's statewide presence and fund RDH-led mission trips for those in need.
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Invest in education: Offer more scholarships and provide quality continuing education (CE) for our members.
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Build a stronger network: Grow our collaborations with key health partners to promote integrated care.
Join our monthly giving community today and be a catalyst for change in the oral health of every Coloradan.
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Job Postings
Looking for Your Next Opportunity? We've Got You Covered!
Whether you're a new grad ready to launch your career or a seasoned RDH looking for a fresh start, CODHA's Job Postings Board is your go-to hub for dental hygiene opportunities across Colorado. From full-time roles in bustling clinics to flexible part-time gigs in serene mountain towns, there's something for everyone.
Our listings are updated regularly with positions from employers who value your expertise, professionalism, and passion for patient care. Don't miss your chance to find a role that truly fits your lifestyle and goals.
Visit the Job Postings page on codha.org and take the next step in your hygiene journey today!

