gIDE Master Program for Implant Dentistry:

This is a Certificate program that will advance your knowledge, skills and patient care. It is a continuing education program for dentists seeking excellence in the field of implant dentistry, supported by a Certificate from gIDE and a Certificate from UCLA acknowledging that the program has been successfully completed. gIDE does not attempt to provide licensing or documentation for the purpose of complying with the legal requirements of any specific country.

Changing Locations:

All requests for change of location are based upon space available.

Participants may choose to take one Session at a location different from their original region with no affect on the total program fee. More than one Session taken at a different location may result in an increase in fee.

Make-Up Sessions:

Participants who must miss a Session for reasons outside their control are encouraged to take a Make-Up Session at the next available time and location. In the event this is not possible, the participant may proceed to their next Session. All Sessions must be completed prior to receiving final Certificates from gIDE and UCLA.

Make-Up Sessions may result in a change in fee and will be determined on an individual basis.

Monies paid gIDE for a Session that is missed will be retained by gIDE as payment for the Make-Up Session to come.

1 Year Master Program Travel Visas Protocol: Participants requiring Visas to travel to Master Program destinations outside their country must notify gIDE at least 3 months prior to time of travel so proper arrangements can be made. The following information must be provided:

• Full name of participant as appears on passport
• Full name of any other persons traveling with participant, as appears on their passport
• Passport number
• Total number of persons traveling together on the Visa
• Number of days and dates participants will be in the destination country
• Complete address and contact info of the nation embassy where Visa letter of request from gIDE must be sent
• Note: It is advisable to check with your nation"s embassy for any additional requirements.
• The Education Coordinator/Local Organizer will fill out any required forms or invitation letters that participants request from gIDE only if the request is made no less than 3 months prior to travel time.
• An invitation letter template is attached for reference.

Disclaimer:

This is NOT a Diploma course. Certificates (NOT diplomas) are awarded by UCLA and by gIDE Institute.

Participants must be dentists licensed to practice.

gIDE bears no responsibility for the outcome of patient treatment skills and techniques that are learned during the Master Program.

gIDE bears no responsibility for any injury incurred by the participant during the sessions or in travel to or from the session.

gIDE Institute reserves the right to refuse registration and to cancel or modify the conference without prior notice.

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING CUSTOMS: gIDE will not be responsible for any customs fees incurred by International shipments. All customs fees will be the responsibility of the customer.

Languages:

• All Sessions, including local seminars, lectures-on-demand, iPod and reference book are conducted in English unless otherwise stated in a regional program overview. There may be translators in some locations.
• Some programs have translators at the local meetings; check with the local organizer.
• A participant may bring their own translator as long as it doesn’t disturb the flow of the class.

Cancellation Policy:

• $1,500 non-refundable cancellation fee is charged if participant receives course materials and does not attend any of the sessions.
• Initial deposit and 1st installment payment are non-refundable after attending Session 1.
• Initial deposit, 1st and 2nd installment payments are non-refundable after attending Session I & II.
• Initial deposit, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd installment payments are non-refundable after attending Session I, II, & III.
• All payments received prior to Session IV are non-refundable regardless of participation during the session.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will I need to bring my own instruments or any materials for use in the hands-on workshops?

It will not be necessary for participants to bring instruments or materials. Everything required for the hands-on workshops will be provided by gIDE Institute.

Is there a diploma issued at the conclusion of the Master Program?

This is a Certificate program. Certificates (NOT diplomas) are awarded by UCLA and by gIDE Institute.

What are the number of CE credits that are available overall?

213 hours of CE.

Is this a Masters of Science Degree Program?

No. This is a 1 year CE certificate clinical training program.