Fluoride Training
Held around the state; 7 free CEU
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services’ Office of Dental Health is hosting Community Water Fluoridation Operator Trainings that will offer 7 free CEU.
Overview
The DHSS Office of Dental Health will be hosting nine In-Person FREE trainings that have been approved by DNR for 7 hours of continuing education credits for drinking water and distribution certificates. The training will cover water fluoridation from the history, to how to properly set up a fluoridation system, testing and record keeping.
Training Times
- Registration: 7:30-8am
- Training: 8-4pm
- Water Plant Tour: 4-5pm
- Lunch on your own: 1 Hour
Training Dates & Locations
- 2/24/2026 Poplar Bluff
- 2/25/2026 Cape Girardeau
- 3/10/2026 Higginsville
- 3/17/2026 Carthage
- 3/18/2026 Monett
- 3/31/2026 Kansas City
- 4/1/2026 O’Fallon
- 4/8/2026 Chillicothe
- 4/9/2026 Shelbina
Additional information will be sent to participants registered for each location. If you have questions, email oralhealth@health.mo.gov or call 573-526-1563
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