Case Western Reserve University EFDA Program

Take the first step towards making your professional dreams a reality! Apply now to join the class of 2027 and embark on a journey to become an EFDA. Don't miss the deadline: 5/16/2026. Learn more at case.edu/programs/dental-medicine-certificate.

Dental Medicine | Programs | Case Western Reserve University Dental Medicine Certificate About the Program Restorative dentistry is an art form—and Case Western Reserve University offers the hands-on experience you need to master it. The Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Dental Medicine Certificate program from the university’s School of Dental Me...

🎉 What a week! We kicked off the year with an amazing Orientation for the EFDA Class of 2026! 💫 The excitement, energy, and smiles were contagious—and now it’s time to roll up our sleeves and dive into learning! 🦷📚

Wishing our newest students a year full of growth, success, and unforgettable moments. Let’s do this! 💪

🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome the newly admitted Class of 2026 to the EFDA Program! 🎉 Enjoy your summer — we can’t wait to see you shine this fall! ☀️✨

🥳Congratulations Class of 2025! You did it! Your hard work and perseverance has paid off! 🤩🦷

Congratulations Rachel Gavris, recipient of the 2025 Dr. Ronald L. Occhionero & Family Award for EFDA Excellence ✨

The board exam is just around the corner and preparation is going great!

Attention all aspiring dental professionals! We are thrilled to announce that applications for the Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) program are still being accepted until May 16, 2025.

Still on the fence about applying? Hear from Brittney Noonan, EFDA Class of 2022:

"With seven years of experience in the dental field, I chose CWRU for its high board pass rate, the convenience of Wednesday classes, and the professionalism of the program director. The program was more challenging than I anticipated, but it pushed me to produce higher quality work and think critically to find solutions. The instructors provided extensive communication and guidance, taking pride in the fillings we produced. My advice to future students is to take the commitment seriously; it requires nine months of focus and dedication, but the result is becoming a better clinician and a more confident individual."

Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) | School of Dental Medicine | Case Western Reserve University Thank you for your interest in the EFDA program. Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 - 2026 program Established in 1976, the Case Western Reserve University Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) program was the first of its kind in Ohio. Located in our new state-of-the-art facility....

Wishing a very Happy Dental Assistant Recognition Week to all our amazing students and alumni! Your hard work and dedication make a world of difference. 🎉🦷

Don't miss the opportunity to learn in our state-of-the-art spacious lab dedicated solely to EFDA education! We are accepting applications now for the class of 2026.
https://case.edu/dental/prospective-students/expanded-function-dental-auxiliary-efda

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CALLAHAN MEMORIAL AWARD: DR. RON OCCHIONERO - Ohio Dental Association Dr. Ron Occhionero has been a leader in organized dentistry, a visionary for dental education and an innovator leading the charge in the expansion of Ohio Dental Association