Last updated July 2026
Written by Dr Sam — practising dentist, Australia, and the clinician behind this directory. About the author →
Dental and oral health therapists carry a scope that keeps widening, and free CPD is the most practical way to keep pace with it. The strongest available content clusters around paediatric restorative care (Hall technique, SDF, minimally invasive caries management), periodontal therapy, and prevention science — all areas where the evidence has moved meaningfully in the last decade and where therapists often deliver more of the care than dentists do.
Two structural suggestions: match your CPD deliberately to your practising scope, since scope varies by jurisdiction and adding structured learning is usually part of extending it; and include some shared-topic CPD with the dentists you work alongside — team-based courses on referral thresholds and treatment planning make the collaborative model work as intended, rather than as parallel clinicians sharing a corridor.
This guide currently identifies 565 courses using topic-specific relevance rules. 563 are marked as having certificates. Course availability and certificate details can change, so confirm the current information with the provider.
Dental Therapist education is most useful when it reflects the realities of day-to-day dental practice. For dental therapists, that usually means practical courses that support restorative dentistry, paediatric care, prevention and patient communication.
FreeDentalCPD brings together free courses from dental manufacturers, education platforms and professional learning providers, so you can compare available CPD without searching multiple sites individually.
Browse free dental therapist CPD coursesWhat to look for in dental therapist CPD
The best course is not always the longest one. A useful course should be relevant to your role, clearly presented, and easy to record for your CPD portfolio.
- Certificate availability
- Relevance to your current role and scope of practice
- Evidence-based and practical content
- Clear learning aims and outcomes
- On-demand access where possible
- Presenter experience and provider reputation
Providers worth checking
The exact courses available change throughout the year. These providers commonly publish education that may be relevant to dental therapists.
- Colgate Oral Health Network
- Philips Oral Healthcare Learning
- SDI Learning
- VOCO Learning
- Kulzer Learning
- Viva Learning
How to choose the right course
Start with topics that directly support your everyday responsibilities. Once those foundations are covered, broaden your CPD across communication, compliance, clinical updates and patient-centred care.
It is also worth choosing a mix of short refresher courses and more detailed sessions. This makes it easier to keep learning consistent throughout the year rather than leaving CPD until the last minute.
Latest courses from the directory
- Pediatric Caries Prevention and Homecare
- Children’s Oral Health: The Science We Overlooked—and Why It Matters Now (On-Demand)
- Prevention - The Base for Good Oral Health and Restorative Success
- Healthy People 2030 Oral Health Objective Promotion Webinar Series: Reducing the proportion of children and adolescents with untreated tooth decay
- Practical Proven Prevention for your Pediatric Patients
- Flowable Composite Resin in a Variety of Clinical Applications Pediatric Dentistry for the General Dentist
- Glass Ionomer and Resin Modified Glass Ionomer Restoratives for Children
- Pediatric Restorations with Omni Chromatic Nano-Ormocer Direct Restorative
- Pediatric Oral Health
- Pediatric Composite Restorations for the General Practitioner
- Periodontal Maintenance Therapy: When, How and Why
- Fluoride and Fluoride-Free Alternatives: Personalizing...
Showing 12 of 565 relevant courses from the directory. 563 are marked as having certificates. Search the directory for this topic.
Frequently asked questions
Are these CPD courses suitable for dental therapists?
Yes. Many free dental CPD courses cover topics within or closely related to dental therapy, including prevention, paediatrics, restorative dentistry and patient management.
Can dental therapists record these as CPD?
Courses with certificates may be suitable for CPD records, provided they meet your local professional requirements and scope of practice.
Which topics should dental therapists prioritise?
Restorative techniques, paediatric dentistry, prevention, periodontal care, medical emergencies and communication are useful recurring areas.
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