NOFO Announcement: Predoctoral Training in General, Pediatric, and Public Health Dentistry and Dental Hygiene

November 24, 2021

New Funding Opportunity Available!

Predoctoral Training in General, Pediatric, and Public Health Dentistry and Dental Hygiene 

Funding Opportunity Number: HRSA-22-045

The application deadline is February 7, 2022

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) released this new Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) announcement for accredited schools of dentistry or dental hygiene, hospitals and other entities to carry out a dentistry training program.

These programs will enhance predoctoral dental, dental hygiene, and other oral health care trainee’s clinical ability to care for populations and individuals with medically complex health conditions, special and/or behavioral health care needs. With training in and a focus on patient-centered care, these students will gain a better understanding of the social determinants of health so that they can improve the oral health of vulnerable, underserved, and rural populations.  

This funding will increase the number of primary care dentists, dental hygienists, and other oral health care providers who care for rural, underserved, or vulnerable populations.

HRSA anticipates awarding approximately $4.5 million to 15 grantees.

Visit Grants.gov to apply

Have questions?

Join the technical assistance webinar:

Date: December 14, 2021 

Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET.

This webinar will provide information about the NOFO application and requirements.

For dial-in only:

  • Phone Number: 833-568-8864
  • Meeting ID: 161 000 5803

Passcode: 88918364