Self-Paced Online Course | AGD Subject Code 148 | 1 CEU

Dental Unit Waterline Management for Dental Professionals is a self-paced online continuing education course designed specifically for dental professionals. This course provides practical education on proper dental unit waterline (DUWL) maintenance, biofilm prevention, water quality monitoring, infection control standards, and regulatory compliance related to dental waterline safety.

Participants will explore key topics including biofilm risks, contamination concerns, CDC recommendations, Georgia Board of Dentistry guidelines, waterline testing procedures, maintenance documentation, and compliance log management. This course is designed to help dental professionals strengthen infection control practices, improve patient safety, maintain regulatory compliance, and confidently manage dental unit waterline systems within the dental setting.

This course fulfills Georgia’s mandated 1-hour waterline training requirement and is ideal for dental professionals who do not require OSHA training but still need to satisfy the waterline portion of their infection control continuing education requirement.

(This course is also included within our online OSHA and Infection Control training program.)

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Identify risks associated with dental unit waterline biofilm and contamination
• Understand CDC recommendations and Georgia Board of Dentistry guidelines related to DUWL management
• Explain the importance of routine dental waterline testing and monitoring
• Implement routine waterline maintenance and testing protocols
• Understand available waterline testing options and interpret testing results
• Create and maintain proper DUWL compliance documentation and logs

Course Features

• Self-paced online access
• Interactive learning experience
• Optional narration available
• Instant certificate upon completion
• Accessible anytime, anywhere
• AGD National PACE Approved Provider
  

Important Georgia CE Information

This course fulfills Georgia’s mandated 1-hour dental unit waterline continuing education requirement as part of infection control training for dental professionals.

• AGD Subject Code: 148
• Credit Hours: 1 CEU
• Format: Self-paced online course
• Estimated Completion Time: Approximately 1 hour

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for:

• Dentists
• Dental Hygienists
• Dental Assistants
• Office Managers
• Sterilization Coordinators
• Dental Team Members
• Georgia Dental Professionals seeking waterline CE compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this course fulfill Georgia’s waterline training requirement?

Yes. This course fulfills Georgia’s mandated 1-hour waterline-specific continuing education requirement.

Is this course self-paced?

Yes. Participants may complete the course anytime, anywhere at their own pace.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Participants receive an instant certificate upon successful course completion.

Is narration included?

Yes. Optional narration is available throughout the course.

Will Dental Practice Resources report AGD credit?

Yes. If you are an AGD member, please email your AGD member number and order number to [email protected] and we will report your CE credit on your behalf.

Multi-User / Team Training Information

For group or office trainings, please email trainee information at checkout, including:

• Full Name
• Unique Email Address
• AGD Member Number (if applicable)

Each participant must have a unique email address for CE tracking and certificate generation.

Course Disclaimers

• No prerequisites required
• No financial conflict or commercial bias
• Includes post-course knowledge assessment and evaluation
• No refunds on digital purchases or downloadable products
• Access to course materials is limited to the duration of the course
• Upon completion, users will no longer have access to course modules or associated materials

Course Publication Information

• Original Release Date: January 4, 2025
• Review Date: February 19, 2026
• Expiration Date: February 19, 2028

Need Assistance?

For questions regarding course access, CE reporting, or team training setup, please contact:

[email protected]