Pioneering Distance Learning Education at USC

Our innovative educational approach combines flexibility with academic excellence through a comprehensive structure of asynchronous learning, real-time interactive sessions, hands-on bootcamps, and advanced AI-assisted feedback systems. Designed for practicing professionals, our programs span Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Geriatric Dentistry, and Community Oral Health, all delivered through a blend of digital learning and practical experience. Whether you’re pursuing a master’s degree or professional certificate, we’ve engineered a learning environment that adapts to your schedule while maintaining the rigorous standards that define USC’s education legacy.

1. Asynchronous Component

Structured Flexibility Tailored to Your Schedule

Flexible, Structured, and Engaging Distance Learning

Our online learning courses offer thoughtfully designed asynchronous components, providing you the freedom to choose when and where to engage with course materials—within structured deadlines. This flexible yet organized approach lets you customize your study routine while staying on track toward achieving your educational goals.

  • Weekly lectures
  • Quizzes
  • Discussion board
  • Journal reviews
  • Course manual
  • ……and more
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2. Synchronous Component

Real-time Interactive Engagement

Interactive, Collaborative, and Practical Experiences

Our synchronous program components ensure students benefit from real-time interactions, enriching their educational experience with immediate access to faculty, experts, and peers. These elements foster community, deepen understanding, and provide hands-on opportunities to apply learning practically.

  • Interactive weekly sessions
  • Research projects meetings
  • Orientation sessions
  • Proctored exams
  • ……and more
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3. Bootcamp Component

In-person course on USC campus

Knowledge Assessment for Students

In-person clinical skills assessment at Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, Los Angeles, California.

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4. Portfolio defense and capstone (Master students) Component

6 (certificate) to 18 (masters) portfolio case presentation

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Research project preparation and presentation

4. Capstone

5. AI Agent component

Transforming Distance Education Through AI

We are pioneering a revolutionary approach to specialized dental education using artificial intelligence. Our innovative AI system addresses a fundamental challenge in distance learning for healthcare professionals: providing immediate, expert feedback to students across different time zones who are balancing clinical practice with continued education.

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6. Additional component

Including but not limited to

  • Rotation to different sites
  • Blog authorship
  • Cadaver sessions
  • Live webinar
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