Faculty Center
Educational meetings, resources and support are at the core of the AAE’s offerings for members and the broader dental community. The Educational Affairs Committee advises the AAE Board of Directors in the area of educational affairs including curriculum, policies and education standards.
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Educator Workshop
Each year, the Educator Workshop brings together one of three key leadership groups shaping the future of endodontic education: Predoctoral Directors, Advanced Education Program Directors, or Department Chairs. In 2026, the focus turns to Postgraduate Endodontic Program Directors—those leading residency programs, mentoring future specialists, and helping ensure endodontics continues to move forward with a strong and unified voice across programs in the United States and Canada.
Designed specifically for Program Directors, this workshop creates a rare opportunity to step away from the daily responsibilities of running a program and spend meaningful time with colleagues facing many of the same opportunities and challenges. Through open discussion, collaborative sessions, and shared experiences, attendees will explore the issues shaping residency education today while also highlighting the successes, ideas, and innovations helping programs evolve and thrive.
More than a series of presentations, the Educator Workshop is intended to foster connection, collaboration, and honest conversation among leaders who are deeply invested in endodontic education. Over two days in St. Louis, Program Directors will exchange perspectives, learn from one another, and return home with new ideas, stronger relationships, and renewed energy for the important work of advancing endodontic education.
The Educator Workshop is complimentary for invited attendees and includes hotel accommodations, airfare, and meals provided during the official program.
EDUCATOR WORKSHOP 2026 - St. Louis, MO
Workshop Group: Endodontic Program Directors
Dates: August 14–15, 2026
Venue: Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Registration Opens: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
New role? Email education@aae.org for assistance updating your AAE profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
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August 20–21, 2027 – New Orleans
Predoctoral Program Directors
Marriott New Orleans Canal St
To ensure your information is accurately reflected and that you receive your invitation, please update your AAE profile with your current position.
Questions?
Email Heather Bridges at education@aae.org.
Made Possible by the Foundation for Endodontics
The Educator Workshop is made possible through the generous support of the Foundation for Endodontics, whose ongoing investment in academic leadership helps advance excellence across dental education.
From funding travel and accommodations to enabling rich content development, the Foundation’s support ensures this experience is accessible and impactful for every participating chair.
Explore how the Foundation is shaping the future of education, research, and care in endodontics.
Past Meetings
Educator Workshop 2025: August 15-16
Department Chairs and Corporate Partners
New Orleans, Louisiana
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Educator Workshop 2024: August 16-17
Predoctoral Program Directors
Austin, Texas
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Educator Workshop 2023: August 25-26
Postdoctoral Program Directors and Corporate Partners
Phoenix, Arizona
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Educator Workshop 2022: August 26-27
Department Chairs
Chicago, Illinois
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Educator Awards
The AAE encourages all educator members to participate in the AAE awards process. Visit the AAE Awards and Recognition area to be inspired by past winners, celebrate the accomplishments of your colleagues by submitting a nomination and make a career plan to pursue recognition. There are three educator specific awards: Edward M. Osetek Educator Award, I.B. Bender Lifetime Educator Award and the Part-Time Educator Award.
Foundation Grants
Supporting endodontic education and the individuals who strengthen it is one of the Foundation for Endodontics’ most important roles. Please make sure you are taking advantage of what the Foundation has to offer you. Review all opportunities on the Foundation’s Educator Grants page.
NOTE: The Foundation’s Board recently reviewed its funding initiatives to make sure each opportunity was in line with the Foundation’s mission. Beginning in January 2018, some alterations will affect the structure, availability and processing of some of the grants that are currently offered. The changes will not only allow the Foundation to offer funding to more individuals, the new structure will allow for greater flexibility in their use by educators like you. Watch for information regarding the revised grant opportunities and requirements, set to be released in January.
Resident Research Projects
A designated community has been established in AAE Connection to house resident members’ survey-based research projects. Residents will pay $50 to participate in the program and approved surveys will be posted to the community on their behalf by AAE Staff. The community is populated with Active, Educator, FDHS and Life members that will receive an email notification with a request for their participation as new surveys are posted. For resident members interested in posting a survey, please complete the formal request here.
CODA Accreditation Standards for Advanced Specialty Education Programs in Endodontics
Post Open Faculty Position: Endo Careers
To support your search for top academic talent, we're offering a complimentary 90-day job posting on the Endo Careers job board for faculty and academic positions.
How to Redeem (Educator Members)
- Email education@aae.org to request your promo code.
- Visit the Endo Careers job board and create an account.
- Post the open position on Endo Careers and enter the code at checkout.
If you have any questions, please contact education@aae.org.