Certification
CIAED supports professional competence in equine dentistry through education, standards, and recognition aligned with the International Association of Equine Dentistry.
On this page you will find information about certification pathways. For current practice standards, code of conduct, etc. see our About page.
Certified Equine Dentists who opt in, appear in the Certified Members Directory.
Grandfathering
The CIAED currently recognizes existing equine dental certification through the following associations:
>IAED
>CAEDP
>IGFP
Until June 30, 2027 those providing proof of their certification (along with applicable level) are able to apply for Grandfathering into the CIAED. This will enable those certified equine dentists currently practicing, to become apart of the CIAED and be included on our certified directory without completing new Certification examination.
Process
- Submit Grandfathering Application with supporting documents
- Submit CIAED Membership Application (Equine Dental Practitioner)
- Purchase CIAED Membership (Equine Dental Practitioner)
Once received, your application and documents will be reviewed and confirmation of approval sent back via email. If there is missing information or incomplete information provided this can delay your application being approved.
If you are currently certified through another association not included above, please contact us to discuss eligibility requirements.
CIAED Certification General Policy
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To be a candidate for CIAED Certification you must be a CIAED member in good standing
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The CIAED Certification Candidate must not have a pending grievance
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CIAED Certification Candidates must meet all prerequisite requirements
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CIAED Certification will require that candidates successfully complete a CIAED written examination as set out by the CIAED Board prior to attempting the CIAED practical examination
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CIAED Certification will require that candidates successfully complete a CIAED Practical Examination as set out by the CIAED Board
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Both the written and practical parts of the CIAED Certification Examination must be passed by 80% or better to receive CIAED Certification
CIAED Candidate Requirement Policy
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Candidates must be a graduate of a formal International Association of Equine Dentistry (IAED) recognized equine dental education program with at least 240 hours of education
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Candidates that have attended a Veterinary School must have 80 hours designated to equine dental education
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Required to have a signature of tow (2) CIAED Certified Members who will testify to the candidate’s ability. Signatures must be within 60 days of the candidate applying for their practical certification exam.
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Application, along with payment is required 30 days prior to practical exam certification date.
CIAED Certification Expectations
Certification candidates are tested on the following areas of proficiency
Gross Head Anatomy – identification, location, and function of:
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Bones
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Muscles
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Arteries
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Veins
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Nerves
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Salivary glands
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Tooth Structure
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Principals of Mastication
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Terminology
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Aging
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Dental Prophylaxis
CIAED Certification Candidate is expected to identify the dental malocclusions.
The candidate must pass the written exam with 80% or higher prior to attempting the practical exam. Practical exams must be completed within one (1) year of passing the written certification exam. Each candidate will have the opportunity to perform supervised dental procedures on a pre-screened testing horse.
Two CIAED Examiners will evaluate the work independently and their scores combined. To pass the candidate must score 80% or higher.
To maintain CIAED Certification, members are required to keep their membership current and complete at least 24 hours of Continuing Education (CE) every 2 years as outlined in CE requirements.
CIAED Certification Continuing Education Requirements
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To maintain CIAED Certification, you must prove 24 hours of CIAED approved Continuing Education, of which 8 hours must be wetlab, every (2) years.
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The CIAED will designate 24 credit hours to attending a (3) three-day IAED Convention, designation of (8) eight hours per day.