TORONTO, April 22,
2022 /CNW/ - dentalcorp (TSX: DNTL) Canada's largest and one of North America's fastest growing networks of
dental practices, today announced an exclusive partnership with
Risio Institute for Digital Dental Education, setting the
foundation for a first-of-its-kind talent solution for training new
Certified Dental Assistants across the dentalcorp network.
"Dental Assistants are the heart of every dental practice but
training currently requires students to leave their jobs and
self-fund a diploma qualification, which not everyone can do,"
explains Nicola Deall, Chief People
Officer, dentalcorp. "Risio's unique offering allows students to
continue to work and learn on-demand through a high-quality
curriculum designed specifically for online learning. This
partnership leverages our resources and industry relationships to
ensure our Practices are a step ahead in having qualified, quality
talent to meet the needs of our network."
The program will welcome administrative and chairside assistants
already working in dentalcorp Practices, to advance their careers
while they continue working. Also, in an apprenticeship-style
program, dentalcorp will recruit individuals interested in a career
in the dental industry to obtain an employer-funded, recognized
diploma while joining a dentalcorp Practices.
Risio Institute's proprietary education approach was designed
and developed by co-founders, Casey
Sharp, and former dentalcorp Practice Manager, Carey-Ann Thurlow. Risio's flexible online
education is available nation-wide, industry recognized, fully
immersive, and offers various learning styles with interactive and
engaging audio-visual content. The instructors are best in class,
with the in-person clinical modules, offering a 5:1 student to
teacher ratio.
"Our mission is to create best-in-class dental assistants.,"
explains Carey-Ann Thurlow, CEO and
co-founder of Risio Institute. "Together, Risio and dentalcorp, are
providing a vital opportunity for dental team members across
Canada to build their careers
while working and make attaining a Dental Assisting Diploma more
accessible. We're looking forward to leading the way with quality
education, in partnership with the industry."
About dentalcorp
dentalcorp is Canada's largest and one of North America's fastest growing networks of
dental practices, committed to advancing the overall well-being of
Canadians by delivering the best clinical outcomes and
unforgettable experiences. dentalcorp acquires leading dental
practices, uniting its network in a common goal: to be Canada's most trusted healthcare network.
Leveraging its industry-leading technology, know-how and scale,
dentalcorp offers professionals the unique opportunity to retain
their clinical autonomy while unlocking their potential for future
growth. To learn more, visit dentalcorp.ca
About Risio
Risio Institute Dental Assistant Distance
Delivery Diploma Program is licensed through Alberta Advanced
Education and offers students Canada-wide an opportunity to access and
complete their education from remote areas. The mission of the
program is to educate individuals through the latest technology in
interactive distance learning theory modules and state-of-the-art
clinical modules. Our vision is to recognize, build, and deliver a
program that educates individuals who may not have access to full
time education. Through this online education, dental offices
across the country have access to enrolling their team with ease,
knowing they will have consistent support for a higher success and
completion rate.
SOURCE dentalcorp Holdings Ltd.
