Comments on Standards

CODA provides opportunity for stakeholders to submit comments on select standards under review. When CODA determines that public input is needed, CODA opens a public portal and hosts a hearing, allowing individuals, institutions, and organizations to share feedback. This approach ensures that those affected by the proposed standards have an accessible place to offer their perspectives.

Standards out for Comment

CODA encourages a variety of perspectives on standard revisions. Submit written comments to CODA on the proposed standards revisions by the due date noted below. Comments are only accepted through the CODA Electronic Comment Portal.

Comments Due June 1, 2026

Accreditation Standards for Dental Laboratory Technology Education Program: Review proposed revision (PDF).
Comment Portal for the above Standards

Accreditation Standards for Advanced Dental Education Programs in Operative Dentistry, Cariology, and Biomaterials: Review proposed revision (PDF).
Comment Portal for the above Standards

Accreditation Standards for Advanced Education Programs in Dental Anesthesiology: Review proposed revision (PDF).
Comment Portal for the above Standards

Accreditation Standards for Advanced Dental Education Programs in Orofacial Pain: Review proposed revision(PDF).
Comment Portal for the above Standards

Comments Due December 1, 2026

Accreditation Standards for Advanced Dental Education Programs in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology: Review proposed revision(PDF).
Comment Portal for the above Standards

Hearing On Standards

CODA hosts a public hearing on standards to provide an opportunity for stakeholders to share their perspectives via video conferencing. While the hearing provides a forum for oral comments, all comments must also be submitted through the CODA Electronic Comment Portal to ensure they are accurately recorded and included in CODA’s official review process.

CODA will hold a hearing in the Spring. The date and registration link will be provided on this page.