What would be considered a violation of EFDA Continuing Education requirements?

Taking courses from unapproved providers is indeed a violation of EFDA Continuing Education requirements because each state has specific guidelines regarding the acceptance of educational providers. In Pennsylvania, only courses offered by providers that have been pre-approved by the appropriate regulatory body will count towards the required continuing education hours. This ensures that the education received is relevant, high-quality, and meets the standards set by the state.

Completing the required hours fulfills the continuing education mandate, while updating personal records is an essential administrative task to maintain accurate documentation of completed education. Engaging in community service, although beneficial and commendable, does not typically count towards the mandatory continuing education hours unless it is connected to dental education from an approved provider. Thus, the key factor in maintaining compliance with EFDA requirements is to ensure that all coursework is taken from accredited sources.