Does the ADIA offer advanced credentialing?
Yes, there are three levels of advanced credentialing for ADIA members. For more information please visit: ADIA Credentialing Application 

Are the certification courses available online?
No, the certification courses are only given at our North American symposia. For a list upcoming events please visit: https://www.icoi.org/meetings-and-symposia/

Is there a fee for the certification course?
The symposium registration includes the cost of the certification course. There is no additional cost.

Do I have to be a member to take a certification course?
Membership is not required to attend an event or certification course.

Can I register for just the certification course at the event?
No, event registration is for the entire meeting, including the certification course.

What are the requirements for ADIA Fellowship?
In order to be eligible for Fellowship Status the applicant must show proof of the following:

• Two years of active ADIA membership
• Attendance to all four (2) of the ADIA certification programs (within four years of active membership)
• Accumulation of 80 hours of Continuing Education credits (within the last 5 years – 75% of the required hours must be directly related to implant dentistry.)
• Complete one (1) table clinic at an ICOI/ADIA Symposium.
• One (1) activity within the field of implant dentistry, for example: publication, lecture, community activity, production of an office form or brochure related to implant dentistry.

What are the requirements for Certified Implant Auxiliary?
In order to be eligible for Certified Implant Auxiliary Status, the applicant must show proof of the following:

• ADIA membership 
• Attendance at one (1) ADIA certification programs (within two years of active membership)

What are the membership benefits for the ADIA?
Membership benefits include:

• Continuing Education Units
• Certification Programs
• ADIA Webinars
• Access to archive of implant dentistry articles
• ICOI’s Digital Glossary of Implant Dentistry, a comprehensive guide to implant terminology
• World News Digital Newsletter
• Mentoring by experienced professionals in the field of implant dentistry
• ICOI/ADIA website membership listing at icoi.org
• A network of colleagues to associate with and share experiences

Are there ever any ADIA programs at International Meetings?
At this time, ADIA programs are only offered at North American events.

Can I attend the doctor’s lectures at the ICOI meetings if I have taken all of the certification programs?
Yes, you can attend at the ICOI main podium lectures.

Can I attend the pre-congress courses at the ICOI meetings?
Yes, you can attend the pre-congress courses.

Do we offer any training or hands on courses besides the ones at our meetings?
At this time we only offer ADIA programs in conjunction with our ICOI Symposia.

How do I submit my cases?

You may use PowerPoint, Zip file, or PDF formats and submit cases via mail, e-mail, Dropbox, or fax.

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Can my certificate be mailed to me?
No. One of the requirements is that you attend a meeting (within three years of submission) in order to receive your award. THE CERTIFICATE MUST BE AWARDED AT AN ICOI SYMPOSIUM. If it is not picked up at an event within 3 years, you must reapply. 

Do I have to register for the conference if I’m only being awarded my credentials?
Yes, one of the requirements is that you must register for an ICOI sponsored event, as you must be presented the award at the award ceremony.

What constitutes a case?
1 patient = 1 case (if you ONLY place or ONLY restore)
1 patient = 2 cases (if you place AND restore implants)

Do mini implants count toward cases?
Mini implants may be used but the majority of cases submitted should showcase variety.

Are ancillary procedures considered a case?
Ancillary procedures are not considered cases, however, they may be documented.

What are the Diplomate pre-requisites?
You must be an active ICOI member and an ICOI Fellow.

Is there a Diplomate sample case?
Yes.Diplomate sample case

How long is the Diplomate written exam?
The Diplomate exam consists of 150 multiple choice questions with a total of 3 hours given to complete the exam.

How do I know I passed the Diplomate exams?
You will be notified via text message within a few hours of completing the exam.

How many cases should I bring for the Diplomate oral exam?
You must bring three (3) cases, two (2) of which have been in function for at least three years, as well as one (1), recently completed complex case in Keynote or PowerPoint format with pre and post operative x-rays and clinical photographs.

Am I still considered an ICOI credentialed practitioner if my membership is inactive?
No, in order to use your advanced credentials, you must have an active ICOI membership. Should you choose not to renew your ICOI membership, you must remove your affiliation and credentialing with the ICOI from all public forums.

Do you offer discounted hotel rates for meetings?
Yes. Please check our events tab for additional information about meetings.
https://www.icoi.org/meetings-and-symposia/

Does the ICOI handle travel arrangements?
No, travel and accommodations are the responsibility of the attendee.

Do you submit my CEU’s to AGD?
Yes, we submit them 30 days after the conclusion of the meeting. You can view your credits and print certificates as need at www.icoiceu.org. Please be sure your AGD number is included in your CEU profile so you will get credit when we upload the event credits to AGD..

What does the Guest badge include?

• Admission to the Welcome Reception on Thursday evening
• Luncheons with the delegates on Friday and Saturday in the Exhibit Hall
• Morning and afternoon coffee breaks with the delegates in the Exhibit Hall
• Admission to the Exhibit Hall during show hours

It does not include admission to the General Session, Pre-Symposium or Auxiliary Programs

Can the ADIA attendees also attend the pre-congress or main podium lectures?
Yes, ADIA members have access to both pre-congress and main podium lectures.

I’m interested in becoming a speaker, what is the next step?
Please send your CV to tara@icoi.org for consideration. The scientific committee reviews and selects candidates and will be in touch should a speaking opportunity become available.

What are the poster and tabletop guidelines?
You can find the poster and tabletop of your choice at: ICOI/ADIA guideline

How do I submit my CEU’s?
At the end of each session a QR code will be show on the screen. Use your smartphone to scan the code and follow the instructions to obtain your credits.  If you need assistance, please visit the ICOI registration desk at the event or contact tara@icoi.org

What is the Young Implantologist Program?
It is a platform that provides the opportunity for promising clinicians to exhibit cases of exceptional value for all practitioners.

What is appropriate award ceremony attire?
Business casual attire is encouraged. Group photos will be taken and published in our newsletter.

Will my picture be taken at the award ceremony?
No individual photos will be taken during the award ceremony, however, there will be group photographs taken.

Can my family attend the award ceremony?
Those receiving credentials and one guest are gratis; any additional guests are $25 per person.