Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry
Introduction
The program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association. There are three tracks, all of which award a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry. Two of the three tracks also award a MSD or a combined MSD\MPH.
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- Mission Statement
- Programs offered
- Yakima Based Program
- Seattle-Based Programs
- Admissions information
- How to Apply
- Program Stipend and Tuition (GME)
- Application Checklist
Mission Statement
The Department of Pediatric Dentistry shares the University's overall mission to generate and disseminate knowledge and to serve the community. Through its exemplary educational, research and service programs the Department:
- Prepares advanced education students to be skilled in improving and maintaining the health of infants, children, adolescents and persons with special needs;
- Guides families in adopting effective preventive measures which will ensure a lifetime of excellent oral health;
- Pursues advocacy activities within the health community and with the public, developing policies and guidelines related to promoting and maintaining the oral health of children;
- Values and seeks diversity in its students, staff, faculty and patients.
Programs offered
There are three separate and distinct tracks offered in advanced education in pediatric dentistry by the University of Washington. All three lead to a certificate in Pediatric Dentistry. The differences are in the primary clinical location, research and academic requirements and duration of the tracks.
Yakima Based Program
Two-year Certificate Program: Three positions
Yakima Rural Residency in Pediatric Dentistry Match # 4369
The primary location for this track is in Yakima, a rural community in eastern Washington. The majority of training is provided in a community-based clinic of the Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic. The research requirement does not result in a MSD.
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Seattle-Based Programs
Training is carried out in two primary teaching sites: the UW School of Dentistry and Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center (CHRMC) which are 2.3 miles apart. CHRMC is a highly regarded tertiary care pediatric medical center.
Two-year MSD and Certificate Program: Two positions Match # 4363
This track is a joint Residency/Masters program. The research component will result in the award of a Master of Sciences in Dentistry. This must be obtained before the certificate in Pediatric Dentistry is given. Students must be accepted to both the Pediatric Dentistry Program and the Graduate School at the University of Washington.
Three-year Leadership Education in Pediatric Dentistry (LEPED) Program: Two positions Match # 4364
This track has three options. Students must be accepted to both the Pediatric Dentistry Program and the Graduate School at the University of Washington. Application to the School of Public Health will be done AFTER acceptance to the program; it is not required before the first year.
- Concurrent MSD-MPH and certificate in Pediatric Dentistry (for more information, Click Here.)
- MSD and certificate in Pediatric Dentistry with a certificate in Academic Leadership (for more information, Click Here.)
- MSD and certificate in Pediatric Dentistry with a certificate in
Academic Leadership and a certificate in Maternal and Child Health (for more information, Click Here.)
The same clinical training as the two year tracks is spread over three years to
allow for the extra didactic training required. The MSD must be obtained prior
to receiving the certificate in Pediatric Dentistry.
Admissions information
Application Prerequisites:
- Applicant must hold a DDS or DMD degree from accredited college/university in the United States or equivalent degree from a foreign institution.
- Applicants who do not have degrees from institutions within the United States or Canadawill be required to supply GRE scores if admitted to the UW (graduates of US or Canadian institutions are not required to submit GRE scores).
- Student's record should be strong with an average of grade B or better.
- National board scores and GRE if a foreign graduate should be sent to our program by Oct. 1.
How to Apply
Only one application is necessary to apply to all three tracks. The decision of which track or tracks you wish to apply to can be made at the time of the match. If you are interested in the Yakima track it will be necessary to attend a second interview day in Yakima, the day following the interview in Seattle. Please notify Cheryl Shaul, Post-Graduate Program Coordinator, 206-543-4885, if you wish to be considered for the Yakima position.
Application must be made to:
1. Postdoctoral Application Support Service (PASS)
Phone: 202-667-4015
PASS deadline is October 2nd.
Request application materials from PASS. You will be given instructions for materials required. These materials will be processed and sent to the UW Pediatric Dentistry Department. DO NOT send these materials or duplicates of them to our department: they will not be accepted.
Phone: 716-282-4013
Go to the website and follow instructions.
In addition, if you are applying for the MSD or MSD/MPH program, application must be made to:
Phone: 206-543-5929
You may apply online ($50). To apply online click here. Print your acceptance and send it to the Pediatric Dentistry Department at the University of Washington.
If you are unable to apply online, obtain a downloadable/printable version of the application here.
Complete and send our departmental waiver statement, a photo and a proof of visa (if foreign applicant) to the address listed below
Cheryl Shaul
Post-Graduate Program Coordinator
Department of Pediatric Dentistry
School of Dentistry
Box 357136
University of Washington
Seattle WA 98195-7136
National board scores and GRE scores should be sent to our program by Oct. 2, 2007, if not already included with PASS materials.
Your application must be complete in order to be reviewed by members of our selection committee. If you are selected as a candidate, you will be notified by phone and/or mail.
Interviews
Interviews will be by invitation after review of all applicants.
Program Stipend and Tuition (GME)
Stipends are available only for U.S citizens and for permanent residents of the U.S. For fiscal year 2007-08 stipends are as follows:
- First year: $45,084
- Second year: $46,908
- Third year: $48,144
Stipends will be increased each year if approved. Students are expected to pay their own tuition if enrolled in the MSD or MSD/MPH programs. US citizens will be eligible for an out-of-state tuition waiver for the first year so they may establish residency to qualify for in-state tuition. All foreign students will be required to pay out-of-state tuition for the duration of the program.
Tuition for summer 2007 is $2,899 for in-state residents; $6,840 for out-of-state. Tuition for fall, winter and spring quarters is. $3,139 per quarter for in-state residents; $7,155 for out-of-state. Non-supported students must be able to demonstrate the ability to pay all university expenses.
Application Checklist
Use this application checklist to help determine when your application is complete:
- Apply to PASS by deadline
- Apply to UW graduate school if applying for MSD or MSD/MPH tracks
- Apply to National Matching Program
- Complete and send waiver statement and photo to UW Department of Pediatric Dentistry. In addition, if applying for MSD or MSD/MPH tracks, send acceptance from UW Graduate School.
- If not a graduate of a US or Canadian dental school, send GRE scores to UW graduate school
