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Level 1 Enteral Sedation:
Initial Permit Webcast Course

Teaching Methods Used: This course is conducted as a LIVE lecture program
Commercial Co-Sponsor Support: There is NOT a commercial co-sponsor for this program

Course Summary: This course will provide the necessary training to satisfy the requirements to obtain a Level I Minimal Enteral Conscious Sedation permit in the state of Texas. Designed to provide an excellent training and review of pretreatment evaluation and management of office emergencies, this program will benefit all healthcare providers. Once a permit is obtained, the practitioner will need to take a 6 hour one-day renewal course every two years.
*One of the lecture days for this course is conducted with the participant taking the online module. Please contact Dr. Canfield at 214-384-0796 to obtain access to the recording and instructions. Nitrous Oxide certification is REQUIRED to take the Level 1 Initial Sedation Course. If you do not have a Nitrous Oxide Permit, you must also sign up for the Nitrous Oxide Course along with this Level 1 Sedation Initial Permit Course.

Course Topics and Objectives:
At the completion of this program, the participant will be able to understand:
• Anatomy & physiology of conscious sedation
• Techniques of oral sedation
• Comprehensive review of patient evaluation systems and vital signs
• Patient monitoring, standards of care, and legal issues
• Complications, prevention management, case studies and review
• A Discussion of 20 clinical sedation experiences

Course Information:
Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026 & online component
Time: 7:00 am to 7:30 am: Check-in
7:30 am to 5:00 pm: Clinical Presentation
Location: Online and Live Webcast
Credit: 18 lecture hours with 20 clinical experiences
Course Fee: $775 Dentists; $350 for each staff member (includes manual)
AGD Codes: 341 Anesthesia & Pain Control; 342 Conscious Sedation; 343 Oral Sedation

*****Please note that if training materials have been provided for an individual course, then a full refund will not be made for cancellation.****

Dentist discusses treatment plan with patient while a dental assistant observes in dental office.
Dentist discusses treatment plan with patient while a dental assistant observes in dental office.
Gloved hands prepare dental implant component in a dental clinical setting
Gloved hands prepare dental implant component in a dental clinical setting
Dental team performs a treatment procedure on patient with medical sedation monitoring equipment
Dental team performs a treatment procedure on patient with medical sedation monitoring equipment
Practicing dentist performs a dental procedure on a mannequin head in a dental training facility.
Practicing dentist performs a dental procedure on a mannequin head in a dental training facility.

Initial Sedation Program

Mastering Level 1 Sedation

Patient Evaluation & Selection

Master the critical process of patient assessment, including medical history review and physical examination, to ensure safe and appropriate enteral sedation application. This foundational step is crucial for compliance and patient safety.

Pharmacology & Dosage Protocols

Gain in-depth knowledge of the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of commonly used enteral sedative agents. Learn precise dosage calculation methods to achieve optimal therapeutic effects while minimizing risks.

Monitoring & Emergency Response

Develop proficiency in continuous physiological monitoring during sedation, including vital signs and airway management. Acquire essential skills for recognizing and effectively managing potential medical emergencies.

Required Didactic Instruction

Fulfill all mandatory components, including hands-on demonstration videos and comprehensive case study analysis. This practical experience is vital for developing competence and meeting state board requirements.

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