Welcome to the Myofunctional Therapy Training Academy!

Carmen M. Woodland holding a coffee mug with the quote "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams"

Meet “Ms. Myo” ~ Carmen M. Woodland

Several years ago, I found myself bored, burnout and unfulfilled in my career as a dental hygienist.  My  self-care was in shambles, my neck was in constant pain, and my hips and wrists were revolting!

I needed a pivot.  But what was I going to do that didn’t make me start over?  Was there something that I could do that would be an extension of my 15 years of dental experience?

I recalled my initial myofunctional therapy training and started taking a deeper dive into developing a myofunctional therapy skillset + learning a new way to be more helpful to the people I worked with every day.

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Quality Teaching & Mentoring

We feel that supporting our students is the most important part of our job.  We understand that information is only 1% of the equation.  Knowing what to do with that information is the other 99%.  In our programs, your success is our success.  We don’t just share the knowledge with you.  We mentor you along the way and help you discover the unique capabilities that will set you apart.

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Ditch Hygiene Academy

Our signature course

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Myo Masterclass

All the Basics, No fluff!

Student Testimonials

…I just have to say, I have gone through lessons 12-13 and I am so glad I got this program (Myo Mastery Program).  I took the XXXX intro course last year, and I have to say the Myo Mastery Program blows them out of the water.

Stephanie

Registered Dental Hygienist

Anyone doubting their training needs to take Carmen’s course! I felt very prepared to start my business when I finished. I just saw a client the other day and she said, “I’d never guess you were new to this!” It was a compliment and helped build confidence. I love your “tough love,” Carmen!

Patti

RDH

I just wanted to say I’m loving the course so far.  I’ve taken 2 IAOM courses in the past, but I’m finding your program is just what I needed to launch my business forward.  I can’t wait to learn all I can from you!

Andrea

RDH

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Frequently Asked Questions

What if I've taken another course?

If you've taken another course and don't feel prepared to dip your toes in, then we recommend that you invest in another course.  We've got many students who've taken multiple courses and found that our course and leadership were the bomb-diggidy that finally made things click!

Will this course give me business training too?

The Ditch Hygiene Program was designed to give you the myofunctional therapy foundation as well as learn how to start / run your business.  Throughout the entire course, you learn exactly what Carmen did to build a multi 6-figure business (soon to be 7 figure business).  Plus, you will also have several interviews and business case studies from other therapists about their own business journey.

What sets this program apart from others?

What makes the Ditch Hygiene Academy different?

The leadership of Carmen.  She empowers, educates, and encourages you along the way...while helping you become a myofunctional problem solver.  The Ditch Hygiene Academy doesn't just lure you in and leave you.  Our program leads you.  The testimony speaks volumes.

Carmen never tops mentoring and coaching you.  Your success is her success.  This is a high-touch premium level program.  There is only room for go-getters!  Carmen shows you the path and teaches you to believe in yourself, your process, and the possibilities of what life can bring!!

This program is absolutely the only one of it's kind that offers practical application for both therapy and business.  You work alongside other ambitious women who are exactly where you are...at the beginning!  Carmen is there every step of the way, from mock clients, practice clients to a real life apprenticeship!

How long can I access the material?

Your teaching cohort will be 24 weeks long, and longer if you choose to uplevel for stage 4 or 5 training.  You will have access to all materials for that length+ an additional 30 days to tie up loose ends.  If you enroll as a gold level member, you get access for the lifetime of the course! All information will be located inside your course agreement when you enroll.

Who can take the course?

Dental hygienists. We ask for proof of your credentials before finalizing your enrollment.

Do I have to get "certified"?

While there is an option in some programs to get a "certificate", it is not necessary, nor does the training guarantee your success.  Currently, myofunctional therapy is written (by the ADHA) into the scope of practice.  This means you need to get the myofunctional education, but it doesn't mean you have to pay the high expense of a "certification" program.  If you see the need for this certification, then you should seek out those programs and compare expenses to do so.  Our program has had a successful mix of those who wanted to do both.  Let's face it...you will get your education from many sources...myofunctional therapy education is not a "one and done" type of learning sequence! The Ditch Hygiene Academy is not a "certification" program and does not endorse or recommend any program.

Training does not = competency.  Keep that in mind.  It takes experience to have competency!

How will I reach people?

You learn many different tactics in the program.  There are primarily three different ways that clients were introduced to us.  1) Hygiene patient 2) Found via a search 3 ) Referred to us

You also learn about our story and how we were able to build a team and teach people.  Networking and marketing strategy is part of the step-by-step roadmap provided for you by this program.  

What if I don't like the program?

We are pretty serious about our passion to help only the serious folks.  Since this is a digital course, we do not offer a refund because you get immediate access to the material.  Please make sure you have thought your decision through before registering!  Because once you do...she is yours!!  Want to take a sneek peek?  Here is a peek at lesson 1, 5 and 8.

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