AFK – Assessment of Fundamental Knowledge
The NDEB Dental Equivalency Process
Master the AFK Exam
Course Overview
The Assessment of Fundamental Knowledge (AFK) is the first step internationally trained students need to take in the NDEB equivalency process. At Prep Doctors, we have perfected a proven formula for helping you pass the NDEB AFK exam, honed over years of expertise and success.
The AFK exam is an extensive multiple-choice exam that tests your knowledge of biomedical and applied clinical science. With 200 single answer multiple-choice questions delivered in two parts, a passing grade is required before candidates can continue to the next NDEB exam in the equivalency process.
International dentists must refresh their dental knowledge from a Canadian standards perspective to write this exam. To meet this need, our AFK exam preparation course breaks down complex exam topics into manageable segments. We cover the essential concepts through detailed AFK lectures, mock exams, and access to a large database of practice exam questions. In doing so, we ensure you are fully equipped to excel in the AFK exam and beyond.
Depending on your needs, we offer this course in three different formats: an Online Review Course, an Online Full Course, and an In-Person Full Course.
Online Review Course
Online Full Course
In-Person Full Course
Designed for
Past Trainees
International Students
All Students
Passing Guarantee*
Tuition Fee
3,100 CAD + HST
5,250 CAD + HST
5,900 CAD + HST
Duration
3 Months
4 Months
5 Months
Delivery
Online
Online
In-Person
Live Lectures
Full Study Material
In-Class Participation
Q&A Sessions
LMS Access
Virtual Office Hours
Quizzes
5
5
10+
Access to Mock Exams
4
2
4
Mock Discussion
Private Forum
Computer Lab Access
On-demand Lecture Replay
40+ AFK Lectures
Passing Guarantee*
Over 4,000+ Practice Questions
60+ Hours of Mock Discussions
More Features
- Access to 2-4 mock exams depending on course type.
- In-depth end-of-class Q&A sessions to review content.
- Direct support for on-site participants through virtual office hours with our course instructors.
- On-demand lecture replays for your convenience.
Topics Covered
Basic Science
Pharmacology
Pathology and Oral Histology
Restorative
Periodontics
Oral Surgery
Anesthesia
Prosthodontics
Paedodontics
Orthodontics
Dental Materials
Endodontics
Radiology
Medical Emergency
Dental Anatomy
Infection Control
Pregnancy
Geriatric Dentistry
Epidemiology
Ethics
*Our passing guarantee is activated when a Full Course trainee can prove that they have failed the AFK exam while having passed all four mock exams (passing grade is 75%), attended 90% or more of lectures, as well as, passed 70% of all quizzes. Qualifying trainees will be allowed to take another AFK course within the following cycle or the cycle that follows that.
Disclaimer: Please be advised that the information above is an overview. Due to the nature of the course, timing and dates are subject to change and may be adjusted as needed, and sessions may be opened or closed based on prospective trainees/demand.
Fee*
In-Person
$5,750 CAD
Online
$3,900 CAD
* Tax applied where applicable
Duration
In-Person
5 months
Online
2 months*
Terms
February
August
May
October
Location
Mississauga
Vancouver
Calgary
Montreal
Online
Meet Our Instructors
Dr. Marwan Al Rayes
Co-Founder & Chief Learning Officer (CLO)
Dr. Marwan, the co-founder of Prep Doctors, has been an integral part of the organization since its establishment in 2011. With a mission to empower dentists by facilitating their equivalency journey and career advancement in Canada, he has personally guided over 5000 students toward success. Driven by a curious mindset and a relentless pursuit of […]
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Dr. Marwan Al Rayes
Co-Founder & Chief Learning Officer (CLO)
Dr. Marwan, the co-founder of Prep Doctors, has been an integral part of the organization since its establishment in 2011. With a mission to empower dentists by facilitating their equivalency journey and career advancement in Canada, he has personally guided over 5000 students toward success. Driven by a curious mindset
Learn More >
Dr. Ibrahim Saadeldin, DDS
Director of AFK Programs
Dr. Ibrahim started at Prep Doctors in 2016 as an instructor. A dentistry graduate of Future University of Egypt (FUE), Dr. Ibrahim moved to Canada, where he excelled in the equivalency process and secured a spot in the dental program at the University of Toronto. Despite a successful career as a dentist across various Ontario […]
Learn More >
Dr. Ibrahim Saadeldin, DDS
Director of AFK Programs
Dr. Ibrahim started at Prep Doctors in 2016 as an instructor. A dentistry graduate of Future University of Egypt (FUE), Dr. Ibrahim moved to Canada, where he excelled in the equivalency process and secured a spot in the dental program at the University of Toronto. Despite a successful career as
Learn More >
Dr. Khalid Araim, DDS
Director of ACJ Programs
Dr. Khalid, a graduate of the University of Jordan, transitioned to Canada after completing his Canadian dental equivalency process. Joining the Prep Doctors team as an instructor for AFK, ACJ, and ACS courses, he now spearheads our ACJ Programs as Director. Dr. Khalid has been instrumental in digitalizing our ACJ course, offering invaluable feedback to […]
Learn More >
Dr. Khalid Araim, DDS
Director of ACJ Programs
Dr. Khalid, a graduate of the University of Jordan, transitioned to Canada after completing his Canadian dental equivalency process. Joining the Prep Doctors team as an instructor for AFK, ACJ, and ACS courses, he now spearheads our ACJ Programs as Director. Dr. Khalid has been instrumental in digitalizing our ACJ
Learn More >
Dr. Amr El Maghrabi
Instructor
Born in Alexandria, Egypt, Dr. Amr landed in Vancouver with a BDS from Alexandria University. After achieving a high score on his first AFK exam and excelling in the interview process, he was accepted into the IDAPP program at the University of Toronto. Since graduating he has gone on to take up residency at […]
Learn More >
Dr. Amr El Maghrabi
Instructor
Born in Alexandria, Egypt, Dr. Amr landed in Vancouver with a BDS from Alexandria University. After achieving a high score on his first AFK exam and excelling in the interview process, he was accepted into the IDAPP program at the University of Toronto. Since graduating he has gone on
Learn More >
Dr. Thulfiqar Al-Rubaye
Instructor
If there’s one thing Dr. Thulfiqar is, it’s a groundbreaker. Not only has he worked in different specialized clinics at the start of his career practicing endodontics, pediatric dentistry, digital orthodontics and prosthodontic treatment planning, but most notably, he has passed the AFK with a momentous score of 93. After excelling in the AFK and […]
Learn More >
Dr. Thulfiqar Al-Rubaye
Instructor
If there’s one thing Dr. Thulfiqar is, it’s a groundbreaker. Not only has he worked in different specialized clinics at the start of his career practicing endodontics, pediatric dentistry, digital orthodontics and prosthodontic treatment planning, but most notably, he has passed the AFK with a momentous score of 93. After
Learn More >
Dr.Ahmed Judeh BDS
Instructor
Dr. Ahmed Judeh is an award-winning dental instructor with a DDS from Ajman University and a specialization in radiology from Jordan University. Dr. Judeh comes to us with a proven pedigree in dental instruction, having also lectured at Ajman University. He is one of the instructors who teach our Assessment of Fundamental Knowledge course and […]
Learn More >
Dr.Ahmed Judeh BDS
Instructor
Dr. Ahmed Judeh is an award-winning dental instructor with a DDS from Ajman University and a specialization in radiology from Jordan University. Dr. Judeh comes to us with a proven pedigree in dental instruction, having also lectured at Ajman University. He is one of the instructors who teach our Assessment
Learn More >
Dr. Marwan Al Rayes
Co-Founder & Chief Learning Officer (CLO)
Dr. Marwan, the co-founder of Prep Doctors, has been an integral part of the organization since its establishment in 2011. With a mission to empower dentists by facilitating their equivalency journey and career advancement in Canada, he has personally guided over 5000 students toward success. Driven by a curious mindset and a relentless pursuit of […]
Learn More >
Dr. Marwan Al Rayes
Co-Founder & Chief Learning Officer (CLO)
Dr. Marwan, the co-founder of Prep Doctors, has been an integral part of the organization since its establishment in 2011. With a mission to empower dentists by facilitating their equivalency journey and career advancement in Canada, he has personally guided over 5000 students toward success. Driven by a curious mindset
Learn More >
Dr. Ibrahim Saadeldin, DDS
Director of AFK Programs
Dr. Ibrahim started at Prep Doctors in 2016 as an instructor. A dentistry graduate of Future University of Egypt (FUE), Dr. Ibrahim moved to Canada, where he excelled in the equivalency process and secured a spot in the dental program at the University of Toronto. Despite a successful career as a dentist across various Ontario […]
Learn More >
Dr. Ibrahim Saadeldin, DDS
Director of AFK Programs
Dr. Ibrahim started at Prep Doctors in 2016 as an instructor. A dentistry graduate of Future University of Egypt (FUE), Dr. Ibrahim moved to Canada, where he excelled in the equivalency process and secured a spot in the dental program at the University of Toronto. Despite a successful career as
Learn More >
Dr. Khalid Araim, DDS
Director of ACJ Programs
Dr. Khalid, a graduate of the University of Jordan, transitioned to Canada after completing his Canadian dental equivalency process. Joining the Prep Doctors team as an instructor for AFK, ACJ, and ACS courses, he now spearheads our ACJ Programs as Director. Dr. Khalid has been instrumental in digitalizing our ACJ course, offering invaluable feedback to […]
Learn More >
Dr. Khalid Araim, DDS
Director of ACJ Programs
Dr. Khalid, a graduate of the University of Jordan, transitioned to Canada after completing his Canadian dental equivalency process. Joining the Prep Doctors team as an instructor for AFK, ACJ, and ACS courses, he now spearheads our ACJ Programs as Director. Dr. Khalid has been instrumental in digitalizing our ACJ
Learn More >
Dr. Amr El Maghrabi
Instructor
Born in Alexandria, Egypt, Dr. Amr landed in Vancouver with a BDS from Alexandria University. After achieving a high score on his first AFK exam and excelling in the interview process, he was accepted into the IDAPP program at the University of Toronto. Since graduating he has gone on to take up residency at […]
Learn More >
Dr. Amr El Maghrabi
Instructor
Born in Alexandria, Egypt, Dr. Amr landed in Vancouver with a BDS from Alexandria University. After achieving a high score on his first AFK exam and excelling in the interview process, he was accepted into the IDAPP program at the University of Toronto. Since graduating he has gone on
Learn More >
Dr. Thulfiqar Al-Rubaye
Instructor
If there’s one thing Dr. Thulfiqar is, it’s a groundbreaker. Not only has he worked in different specialized clinics at the start of his career practicing endodontics, pediatric dentistry, digital orthodontics and prosthodontic treatment planning, but most notably, he has passed the AFK with a momentous score of 93. After excelling in the AFK and […]
Learn More >
Dr. Thulfiqar Al-Rubaye
Instructor
If there’s one thing Dr. Thulfiqar is, it’s a groundbreaker. Not only has he worked in different specialized clinics at the start of his career practicing endodontics, pediatric dentistry, digital orthodontics and prosthodontic treatment planning, but most notably, he has passed the AFK with a momentous score of 93. After
Learn More >
Dr.Ahmed Judeh BDS
Instructor
Dr. Ahmed Judeh is an award-winning dental instructor with a DDS from Ajman University and a specialization in radiology from Jordan University. Dr. Judeh comes to us with a proven pedigree in dental instruction, having also lectured at Ajman University. He is one of the instructors who teach our Assessment of Fundamental Knowledge course and […]
Learn More >
Dr.Ahmed Judeh BDS
Instructor
Dr. Ahmed Judeh is an award-winning dental instructor with a DDS from Ajman University and a specialization in radiology from Jordan University. Dr. Judeh comes to us with a proven pedigree in dental instruction, having also lectured at Ajman University. He is one of the instructors who teach our Assessment
Learn More >
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Course Availability
In-Person Course
Assessment of Fundamental Knowledge (AFK)
Duration
5 months
Feature Highlight
Live Lectures
On-demand Lecture Replays
32+ hours of Mock Exam Discussions
4 full Mock Exams
Mississauga
February 2025 Exam Cycle
AFK-2024-Mississauga2
Date
- August 16, 2024
to
- February 3, 2025
Weekly Schedule*
Practice Session
Fridays
9am to 12pm PT
Lectures
Saturdays & Sundays
9am to 6pm PT
Mock Exams
TBD
TBD
Fee*
With Upfront billing
4,887.50€
*Tax applied where applicable
Calgary
February 2025 Exam Cycle
AFK-2024-Calgary2
Date
- August 16, 2024
to
- February 3, 2025
Weekly Schedule*
Fee*
With Upfront billing
5,900.00$ Original price was: 5,900.00$.5,750.00$Current price is: 5,750.00$.
*Tax applied where applicable
Montreal
February 2025 Exam Cycle
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Vancouver
February 2025 Exam Cycle
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Online
February 2025 Exam Cycle
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