The only comprehensive training program that transforms general practitioners and their entire teams into highly skilled dental practitioners in 12 months — with board-certified mentorship, live virtual wet labs, and rigorous certification.
Watch: A Glimpse Into Your Future in Veterinary Dentistry
You became a veterinarian to help animals, but dental cases are taking too long, extractions are challenging, and you know you're leaving money and patient outcomes on the table.
You didn't learn this in vet school. And most CE courses give you information without true skill mastery.
The Veterinary Dental Practitioners Program isn't another weekend course where you watch demonstrations and go home. It's a 12-month immersive transformation that builds true surgical competence for you AND your entire team through:
This isn't just for you — your entire dental team gets full access to all course materials. Your technicians participate in virtual wet labs, assist in assessments, and develop the skills to make your practice a cohesive dental unit.
Learn directly from Dr. Brett Beckman — board-certified veterinary dental specialist (DAVDC) with over 35 years of clinical experience.
60-90 minute live sessions with cadavers where you and your technician perform actual procedures alongside Dr. Beckman and fellow practitioners. Not watching — DOING.
24/7 access for your entire team to 51+ RACE-accredited hours covering:
Each course is individually RACE-accredited — every member of your team can complete any course and take the RACE quiz whenever they need CE credits, now and in future years.
You're not alone in this journey. Join a warm, non-judgmental community of colleagues who share your goals and challenges. Monthly live study sessions (recorded for replay) + lifetime access to the Veterinary Dentistry Mastermind Facebook Group where hundreds of practitioners openly collaborate, post cases, share techniques, and support each other.
This isn't a "participation certificate." You must PROVE competency through:
Earn the distinction that attracts discerning clients who value superior dental care. Stand out in your community as THE go-to practitioner for dental excellence.
Questions? Contact Jen at (770) 500-5174 or jen@ivdi.org
To maintain the quality of mentorship that produces these results, we limit each VDPProgram cohort and open enrollment twice per year — exclusively during a live session with Dr. Beckman.
Approved applicants receive a personal invitation to the next enrollment session.
Referral dentistry practices in their communities
As IVDI instructors training the next generation
Dental CE courses and workshops
Their teams with confidence and expertise
Program Investment
Your Application Process
Due to limited cohort sizes and the intensity of this program, we carefully review each application to ensure alignment with your career stage and goals.
Takes 2-3 minutes. Tell us about your practice and goals.
Dr. Beckman's team reviews your qualifications within a few days.
Approved applicants receive a personal invitation to the next live enrollment session with Dr. Beckman.
Secure your spot in the next cohort during the live session and start your transformation.
Questions? Contact Jen at (770) 500-5174 or jen@ivdi.org
Board-Certified Veterinary Dental Specialist
Dr. Beckman isn't just teaching theory — he's been performing these procedures consistently for over 35 years in his own practices (Orlando Veterinary Dentistry & Veterinary Dental Center of Atlanta), continually iterating and refining techniques.
He's trained hundreds of veterinarians worldwide, many who now run their own referral dental practices or teach as IVDI instructors.
Ensure every general practitioner can provide exceptional dental care — because most pet owners will never have access to a board-certified dental specialist.
Everything you need to know about the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program
You'll receive a confirmation email from Jen on our team. Within a few days, Dr. Beckman will personally review your application. If approved, you'll receive an invitation to the next live enrollment session where Dr. Beckman walks through the program in detail, shares graduate results, and opens enrollment for the upcoming cohort. Investment details and enrollment options are presented during that session.
Small cohorts ensure personalized mentorship, meaningful feedback during wet labs, and the quality of training that has produced the graduate results you see on this page. This is a deliberate choice — not a capacity limitation.
The program is designed to be completed in 12 months with up to 18 months of included curriculum access. After 18 months, continued access is available for a small monthly fee until you complete the program.
Life happens. If at any point during the training you cannot continue due to personal reasons, you may pause the program and resume at a later date.
You can submit your own cadaver procedure photos for review, and the same procedures repeat in subsequent months so you can participate then.
Yes, the monthly mastermind study sessions are recorded and available for replay if you cannot attend live.
Absolutely! Your entire dental team gets full access to all course materials. Your technician can participate in virtual wet labs, perform the radiographic assessment, and assist during your live assessment. There's even a comprehensive technician-specific course included.
Yes! Each course is individually RACE-accredited. Every member of your team can complete any course and take the RACE quiz whenever they need CE credits — this year or in future years.
Yes, for practice and for your final assessment. We provide links to suppliers. Budget approximately $200-400 for cadaver specimens.
You graduate from the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program, receive your designation, and maintain lifetime access to all curriculum materials, virtual wet labs, and the mastermind community. The collaborative relationships and support continue forever.
Your $250 deposit is fully refundable if a spot doesn't become available within 6 months. Once enrolled in the program, tuition is non-refundable, but you have the flexibility to pause and resume your training as needed.
Weekend courses give you exposure. The VDPP Program gives you mastery through 12 months of curriculum, monthly practice with your team, mentorship, and rigorous assessment. You must PROVE competency to graduate.
Yes! Every member of your dental team can access all course materials using your login credentials. This ensures everyone is trained on the same protocols and techniques.
The VDPP community is warm, supportive, and non-judgmental. You'll be learning alongside colleagues who share your goals and challenges. Collaboration is open and continuous, and the camaraderie continues long after graduation. Many graduates describe it as the most supportive professional community they've ever experienced.
Track your progress through 51+ RACE-accredited hours
Your technicians work alongside you throughout the program
Monthly virtual wet labs with Dr. Brett and colleagues
Connect with supportive colleagues in our private group
Practitioners across the globe are applying to this program.
Don't wait another year feeling frustrated by inefficient procedures, fractured roots, or cases you have to refer out.
The pets in your community deserve access to exceptional dental care.
Your clients are looking for a practitioner they can trust with their pet's oral health.
Questions? Contact Jen at (770) 500-5174 or jen@ivdi.org
“Thanks to Dr. Brett and Dr. Jodi for all the little pointers and support in this program!! My tech today did FM X-rays on this lab cross dog in 10 minutes and my part was 28 minutes from start to finish on the extraction of 208. The part I have enjoyed the most is seeing the excitement in my techs about taking X-rays and reaching their goals.”
— Dr. David Calderwood, DVM, VDPP Graduate
“The surgical and dental suites are my happy place. There is nothing better than the reward of seeing a cat or dog's quality of life improve when painful oral health issues are addressed. The VDPP Program gave me the advanced skills to provide that level of care.”
— Dr. Katie Anderson, DVM, VDPP Graduate
“The Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program has transformed my knowledge and skills in dentistry. The relief it brings to my patients is beyond anything I could have ever expected or wished for.
I am so grateful for the help and support of the Veterinary Dental Practitioner and the entire VDPProgram and Mastermind Group. I can’t wait to be back for the Advanced course.”
— Stella Bult, DVM, VDPP Graduate
“After completing the VDPProgram in May, I had the confidence to seek out my dream job doing only dentistry and surgery. Your leadership, mentorship, and expertise continue to positively affect the trajectory of my career!
Words seem completely inadequate to express my gratitude. Thank you for everything you do and continue to do for all of your mentees! The ripple effect of your vision/passion is benefiting an untold number of companion animals. I am so proud to be part of this movement!”
— Trudi Bowden, DVM, VDPP Graduate
“I’ve realized that with my growth in the VDPProgram, some of the detailed explanations of procedures have a lot more meaning to me now as it has helped me refine my extraction skills and speed.”
— Lisa Goldburg, DVM, VDPP Graduate
“Completing the Veterinary Dental Practitioner program was one of my most personally and professionally rewarding accomplishments.
This program will inspire and take you to a new level of skill and confidence. The support of your colleagues and Dr. Brett's highly trained team is worth the price alone. They are non-judgmental and would do anything to help you be a better you.”
— Janet Houghton, DVM, VDPP Graduate
“Big win for this week… I felt more confident performing the mandibular canine extraction in this cat. This is largely thanks to the video and wet lab instruction in the VDPProgram Program!”
— Sherrie Crow, DVM, VDPP Graduate
“I graduated at a time when in vet school we didn't even do dentals, so for me this program was an eye opener. I have learned most of my dental skills on the job and through CE classes, but I have never acquired the in-depth training that I received from Dr. Brett Beckman and his group. I am now so confident in the diagnosis of dental disease and conditions, along with doing extractions. I have also learned how to accomplish these skills in a timely manner. Thank you Dr. Beckman for taking the time to help me learn and expand my dental knowledge and career.”
— Tonya Hardy DVM, VDPP Graduate
“Thank you for all your help in my training. This entire program is amazing. It is rigorous, and detailed and has helped me offer superior dental care for my patients. I only wish I had this training years ago that distinguishes me as a top-tier general practitioner in veterinary dentistry.”
— Henry Cerny, DVM, VDPP Graduate
Questions? Contact Jen at (770) 500-5174 or jen@ivdi.org
