Assessment of Clinical Judgement Preparation
Build the clinical reasoning and decision-making skills the ACJ evaluates through structured lectures, quizzes, an extensive mock-exam series and personalized mentorship.
The Assessment of Clinical Judgement (ACJ) is one of the examinations administered by the National Dental Examination Board of Canada (NDEB) as part of the equivalency process for internationally trained dentists. It is designed to assess clinical judgement and decision-making across a range of dental disciplines.
ConfiDentist's ACJ Comprehensive program helps you prepare through structured lectures, quizzes with live discussion, a radiology and case-based practice series, and a full sequence of mini and full mock examinations — supported by private mentorship throughout.
Exam content, eligibility and dates are set by the NDEB and may change. Always confirm the current requirements and schedule directly with the NDEB before you apply.
The ACJ Comprehensive program's mock-exam series spans the core areas of clinical judgement.
Interpretation practice supported by an X-ray practice library.
Case-based reasoning across common clinical presentations.
Decision-making across restorative and operative scenarios.
Recognition and management of relevant oral pathology.
Program coverage as described by ConfiDentist. Exam structure is defined by the NDEB.
Enrol in the complete ACJ Comprehensive program, or add ConfiDentist's ACJ booklets as a focused study resource.
CAD + HST · early-bird from $3,039
A complete, 6-month ACJ preparation program with structured sessions, quizzes, a radiology and case-based practice series, an extensive mock-exam sequence and private mentorship.
Highlights
Available separately · see product page for pricing
ConfiDentist's ACJ booklets as a standalone study resource — a focused option for candidates who want exam-oriented reference material to support their own preparation.
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The ACJ Comprehensive program runs in cohorts aligned to upcoming NDEB exam dates.
| Cohort | November 2026 Exam | May 2027 Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Program | ACJ Comprehensive | ACJ Comprehensive |
| Course start | April 2026 | October 2026 |
| Duration | 6 months | 6 months |
| Price | $3,199 CAD + HST | $3,039 CAD + HST (early bird) |
| Register | Register for November 2026 Exam | Register for May 2027 Exam |
If you're unsure which cohort suits your timeline, or you'd like a tailored study approach, ConfiDentist can assess your goals, schedule and preferred learning style and recommend the right option.
Speak With an Advisor →The ACJ Comprehensive program is taught by ConfiDentist's team of dental educators.
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