Iowa City,
IA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Geriatric and Special Needs Dentistry in Iowa City United States | University of Iowa
University of Iowa
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Iowa City United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,203
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The geriatric and special needs dentistry certificate equips dentists to become educators and pioneers in this vital field. This interdisciplinary program combines medical and psychiatric training with hands-on clinical practice across diverse environments including rehabilitation centers, palliative care units, and long-term facilities. Designed to empower dental practitioners, it delivers the expertise required to develop compassionate, practical, and tailored treatment approaches for elderly patients and those with special requirements.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have a D.D.S. or D.M.D. from an accredited dental school. International students will be considered with proper documentation and a minimum of 3 years experience and/or a Prosthodontics Certificate. The application process includes submission of your CV, a letter of interest, an official academic transcript, 3 letters of recommendation, and a copy of your dental license (prior to beginning the program). A stipend is available and there is a fee for international students.
TOEFL iBT - Total score 81
TOEFL PBT - 550
IELTS - Overall score of 7 with no subscore less than 6
TOEFL iBT - Total score 81
TOEFL PBT - 550
IELTS - Overall score of 7 with no subscore less than 6
Tuition
USD
30,203