Commission on Dental Accreditation

The Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) is an organization that sets standards to ensure dental education programs, like dental schools, provide high-quality training. Its role is to evaluate and accredit these programs, confirming they teach students the necessary knowledge and skills to become competent dental professionals. Accreditation by CODA means a program meets established educational quality benchmarks, helping students, employers, and patients trust that the dental education provided is comprehensive and reliable. Essentially, CODA helps maintain consistent and high standards across dental training institutions.