The National Learning Institute

The program offerings of the NCOHF's National Learning Institute are being developed based on the ten years of experience and lessons learned at The Children's Dental Center (TCDC) in LA, Kids Smiles in Philadelphia, and Healthy Smiles for Kids of Orange County.

Working closely with these model agencies, National Children's Oral Health Foundation (NCOHF) is developing a program to inform, advise, and educate leaders and professionals from other existing or forming 501(c)(3) organizations with similar missions or that express interest in providing a more prevention/educational approach to pediatric care. Institute staff will help conduct asset-based needs assessments of communities, and assist in developing business plans that are tailored to local assets and needs, as well as the implementation of those plans.

The Institute will provide a platform to share best oral health practices in treatment, prevention and education of economically disadvantaged children. It will also provide the home for all evaluation and outcome assessments from participating Foundation Affiliates.