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School of Dentistry Academic Policies

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Academic Policies manage academic-related processes and procedures at the School of Dentistry and  promote

  • consistent definitions, process and format for policies and procedures
  • the appropriate level, scope and frequency of oversight to unit-level policies and procedures
  • clarity, transparency and shared understanding
  • addresses a process that is not already covered by another policy

Academic Policies

  • Code of Conduct Policy
  • Dental Hygiene Attendance Policy
  • Dental Therapy Attendance Policy
  • Dental Therapy Program Progression and Completion Policy
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery Attendance Policy
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery Program Completion Policy
  • Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) Use in Didactic Education
  • Integrated National Board Examination (INDBE) Policy
  • Learner Vaccination Exemption Policy
  • Leave of Absence and Withdrawal Policy
  • Policy on Policies
  • Resident-Fellow Discipline & Dismissal
  • Resident-Fellow Fitness for Clinical Experience & Education
  • School of Dentistry Examination Policy
  • Sexual Harassment of Students by Patients Policy
  • Student Dress Code Policy
  • Student Parental Leave Policy
  • Technical Standards Policy

Handbooks

School of Dentistry Learner Handbook (2025-2026)

Competencies for the General Dentist

Competencies for the General Dentist

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  • About
    • About Our School
    • Points of Pride
    • Our Mission & History
    • Departments and Divisions
      • Department and Divisions Overview
      • Department of Developmental and Surgical Sciences
      • Department of Diagnostic and Biological Sciences
      • Department of Primary Dental Care
      • Department of Restorative Sciences
    • Faculty Directory
      • Directory
      • Faculty Emeriti & Faculty Ad Honorem
      • Leadership
    • Inclusive Excellence
      • Inclusive Excellence Overview
      • Building an Inclusive Community
      • Inclusive Excellence Resource Library
    • Faculty Development
  • Degrees & Programs
    • Degrees & Programs Overview
    • UMN PASS
    • Doctor of Dental Surgery
    • Dental Therapy
    • Dental Hygiene
    • Graduate, Specialty and Advanced Education Programs
      • Graduate, Specialty and Advanced Education Programs Overview
      • Master of Science in Dentistry
      • Master of Science in Dental Hygiene
      • Graduate Program in Oral Biology
        • DDS/PhD Program
        • MS Program
        • PhD Program
        • Current Students
        • Oral Biology Faculty
        • Faculty and Student Resources
        • About the Program
      • Endodontics
      • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
      • Orofacial Pain
      • Orthodontics
        • Orthodontics Overview
      • Pediatric Dentistry
        • Pediatric Dentistry Overview
      • Periodontology
        • Periodontology Overview
        • Admissions
      • Prosthodontics
        • Prosthodontics Overview
      • Advanced Education Scholarships
    • Oral Health Services for Older Adults
    • Oral Health Educator Certificate Program
    • Community Outreach Experience
    • Degree & Education Verification
    • Scholarships & Student Support
    • Dental School Preparation Programs
      • Dental School Preparation Programs Overview
      • Discover Dental School
      • Open House: Explore Dental Careers
  • Continuing Dental Education
    • Continuing Dental Education Upcoming Courses
    • Find a Course
  • News & Events
    • All News
    • All Events
    • Dentistry Magazine
    • Commencement 2026
    • White Coat Ceremony 2025
  • Research
    • Research & Discovery
    • Clusters
    • Student Research and Training Opportunities
      • Overview of Student Research and Training Opportunities
      • DDS/PhD
        • Research & Mentorship
      • Summer Research Fellowship Program
      • Minnesota Craniofacial & Oral Health Research Experience
    • Faculty Labs
    • Oral Health Clinical Research Center
      • Oral Health Clinical Research Center Overview
      • Faculty and Personnel
      • Current Studies
      • Data Access and Informatics Consulting
      • How to contact a biostatistician from Biostatistical Design and Analysis Center (BDAC)
      • Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI): Resources, Services and Funding
      • Research and Innovation Office (RIO)
    • Minnesota Dental Research Center for Biomaterials and Biomechanics
    • Orofacial MRI Center
  • Alumni & Donors
    • Alumni & Donors Overview
    • Giving Opportunities
    • Connect with Students
    • Update Your Contact Information
    • Alumni Weekend
  • Contact