CE Hours: 30 (Hybrid: Online + In-Person)

Build a new clinical skillset with a structured, hands-on approach to Myofunctional Therapy designed for dental hygienists.

This hybrid Myofunctional Therapy program for dental hygienists combines live online learning with in-person training to help you confidently assess, plan, and implement therapy in practice.

Program Overview

Oral health is airway health. This program uses the Dental Hygiene Process of Care to guide the identification and treatment of Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs).

Participants will develop the knowledge and clinical confidence to begin integrating Myofunctional Therapy into patient care at an entry level.

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

Identify and assess Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders using a structured clinical approach (Analyze/Apply).
Apply knowledge of head and neck anatomy, airway function, and related systems to support diagnosis and care planning (Apply).
Develop individualized, client-centered treatment plans for Myofunctional Therapy (Create).
Implement therapy techniques and interventions to support functional improvement (Apply).
Evaluate patient progress and adapt care plans within a collaborative healthcare model (Evaluate).
Integrate Myofunctional Therapy into dental hygiene practice with confidence and clinical clarity (Apply).

Program Structure

This 30-hour program includes:

7 weeks of live online training (interactive evening sessions)
2 days of in-person hands-on training at rdhu

Each component includes clearly defined learning objectives to support step-by-step skill development.

Schedule Overview

Part One: Live Online Training

Thursday evenings from September 24 to November 12, 2026 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

No session the week of October 15. Sessions resume October 22.

Sessions are interactive and designed for live participation. Recordings are available for 30 days if needed.

Part Two: In-Person Training

Saturday, November 21 & Sunday, November 22, 2026 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST

Hands-on training takes place at rdhu in Burlington, ON. A light breakfast and catered lunch will be provided.

What You’ll Learn

Program content includes:

Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathophysiology Understanding head and neck structures, airway function, and related systems
Assessment & Treatment Planning Identifying OMDs and building patient-specific care plans
Therapy Interventions Practical techniques and exercises for treatment
Evaluation & Clinical Integration Monitoring progress and incorporating therapy into a collaborative care model

Upon Completion

Participants will feel confident implementing Myofunctional Therapy within their clinical practice.

Registered Dental Hygienists will receive a Certificate of Completion and training to begin practicing as a Myofunctional Therapist.

Prerequisite

Completion of The Mysteries of Myofunctional Therapy (6-hour online course) is required prior to enrollment.

If already completed, use promo code MYO for $179 off registration.

Payment Options

Flexible payment plans are available:

3-Month Plan: $1,050/month + tax
5-Month Plan: $630/month + tax
7-Month Plan: $450/month + tax

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Please note: Payment plans are non-refundable once issued.

Location

rdhu 980 Fraser Drive, Suite 214 Burlington, ON

Conveniently located near Hamilton and Pearson airports.

A light breakfast and catered lunch will be provided during in-person training.

Hotel Recommendation: Sandman Hotel Oakville 3451 South Service Rd W, Oakville, ON

Use promo code RDHU when booking to access the preferred corporate rate at our partner hotel located just minutes from the venue.

Important Information

Please confirm with your regulatory body that Myofunctional Therapy falls within your scope of practice within your province/state.

What Participants Are Saying

I had a great experience overall. Being in person really brought all my knowledge together and made it click. Joe has been a wonderful instructor and I would love to have more presentations by him as he is a great teacher! ~ Aneka
I found the course to be informative. Presented clearly and loved Joe's enthusiasm for Myo. The hands-on component I found particularly valuable to give me confidence to start Myo and continue my learning. ~ Jennifer
Joe is a fantastic presenter - very knowledgeable. Enjoyed the program and I am taking away so much new information. Thank you! ~ Tracy
The course was an eye opener and empowering to me as a RDH. It gave me a lot of useful information and motivation to start helping patients in need. Also, Joe was very knowledgeable. ~ Laura
Overall an excellent course and well presented. Joe was very informative and a great speaker. Great learning experience. Thank you very much Joe! ~ Sandhya
Fantastic weekend of learning. Engaging and fun! Joe is beyond knowledgeable. His passion for the program and sharing his experiences is refreshing and appreciated. ~ Lisa C.
Great experience with peer collaboration reviewing case studies to enhance learning. Very knowledgeable speaker, personable. Beautiful facility and care taken to accommodate all our needs. ~ Lisa P.
Very informative and educational. This course has allowed me to see things from a different perspective. ~ Stephanie M.
This was amazing! This has opened my eyes to a whole new why to practice dental hygiene. Joe was great! I learned so much. ~ Erica
I really enjoyed the Myofunctional Therapy course. It was a whole new learning curve. Joe is extremely knowledgeable and continues to learn to help others. I would highly recommend this program as another education tool. ~ Jen
My experience with this course was full of new knowledge, cases and opening my mind to a new skill/experience. Thanks to Joe for sharing his knowledge and being open for all our questions. ~ Karla
Joe has been great at welcoming hygienists into the myo world! He provides support after the course is done which has really helped me in this new part of my career. I really appreciate the time he has put into his teaching! He gears the course towards hygienists so it can be easily implemented into your dental office once you complete the course. I am very happy I took this course and would recommend it to others who are ready to dive into myofunctional therapy. The in-person portion was unique and very personal. Thanks Joe! ~ Andie
This course is packed with great information. I now feel empowered to assess, educate, and guide my clients through treatment plans and referrals. Every hygienist should take Joe's course. ~ Jessica
Joe is an amazing educator, great at delivering information and engaging learners. Very inspiring. 100% recommend any course he teaches! ~ Ann-Marie
Very informative, great course to take. This will add some value to my dental hygiene career! Thank you. Joe was extremely knowledgeable and motivating!! ~ Amanda
Joe is a very clear and engaging presenter! A very detailed course to make you feel confident to start providing services right away! The text book is so helpful. ~ Ashley
Everything was great! The course was awesome, I learned so much and feel confident to implement it. The course location was beautiful, comfortable, everyone was so nice, and the food was so good. ~ Andrea
I learned a lot from this course. Joe is very knowledgeable in hygiene and myofunctional therapy. I really enjoyed the hands-on portion. It gave me a lot of exposure to different cases. I finished feeling confident with what I learned. Ready to start practicing myo. ~ Anna
Wonderful! Amazing course; well presented so that we are ready to implement and practice. ~ Liisa
Joe is a great presenter, extremely knowledgeable. I found this program was very engaging from start to finish. Facilitators were amazing and awesome breakfast/lunch. ~ Merina
I had a wonderful experience learning and sharing my passion and motivation. Joe was very personable and the rdhu staff was very attentive to our needs. ~ Meghan
Absolutely loved the course and Joe! The staff was also very accommodating. ~ Ysanne
Everything was fantastic. Content was thoroughly informative - including handouts - and was easy to follow. The case study review was super helpful. rdhu was very accommodating. Joe is the man! ~ Charis
This was a fantastic experience. The course was great and made me feel ready to start. The location was beautiful and so comfortable. ~ Shannon
I very much enjoyed this experience. The rdhu staff were incredibly helpful and attentive. Joe did a fantastic job of presenting the information in an easy to understand format. ~ Megan
As always, wonderful experience and hospitality. ~ Chantal
Joe is very thorough and knowledgeable. He presented in a very logical manner. Very engaging and great at answering questions. ~ Carol
Excellent course! Really enjoyed the in-person aspect. rdhu was welcoming and hospitable! Joe did a great job – very knowledgeable and approachable. ~ Melanie
I loved the 800 page manual that Joe put together for all attendees to take back to practice and that he has put together a mentorship group following the program! ~ Kathleen
I found this course to be very informative. Joe was a fantastic presenter and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend this course! ~ Laura
Joe is very approachable - answered any questions. Presentation was engaging. Group of people were great - such a great experience! Very informative - recommend this course to anyone. ~ Carla
I really enjoyed the Myofunctional Therapy course. It was a whole new learning curve. Joe is extremely knowledgeable and continues to learn to help others. I would highly recommend this program as another education tool. ~ Jen
Course has been very informative. Presenter is very knowledgeable and conveyed information in a manner that was clearly and easily understood. Rdhu was clean, great, and friendly. ~ Erin
This course was amazing! This has opened my eyes to a whole new reason for practical dental hygiene. Joe was great! I learned so much. ~ Erica
A very enjoyable two days of learning. Excellent speaker, time flew by. Rdhu has great facilities and staff. This was my second in-person course and not my last. ~ Catriona
Very informative and educational. This course has allowed me to see things from a different perspective. ~ Stephanie
Great experience with peer collaboration reviewing case studies to enhance learning. Very knowledgeable speaker, personable. Beautiful facility and care taken to accommodate all our needs. ~ Lisa P.
Fantastic weekend of learning. Engaging and fun. Joe is beyond knowledgeable. His passion for the profession and sharing his experiences is refreshing and appreciative. ~ Lisa C.
My experience of this course was full of new knowledge, cases and opening my mind to a new skill/experience. Thanks to Joe for sharing his knowledge and being open for all our questions. ~ Karla

This program is an IAOM Affiliate Course and is eligible for IAOM Active Membership and certification enrollment.

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