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Dental Nurse Course
12 Months Qualification | Trainee Dental Nurse Placement Support UK Wide | Weekly Online Class
Dental Nurse Course Description:
The NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing is a comprehensive course that prepares students to become competent and GDC-registered dental nurses in the UK. This course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills required to support dentists and other dental professionals in the delivery of safe and effective dental care.
Requirements:
Regarding the course registration eligibility, the applicant must be 18 years or older and should have a valid work permit in the UK to enrol in this dental nurse course.
Approved Course Provider
NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing
(Online Course)
GDC Approved Dental Nurse Diploma – awarded by NEBDN. Forward Academic Team is certified NEBDN’s course provider.
Course Contents:
Professionalism and the Role of the Dental Nurse
Aim: To discuss the roles and responsibilities of a dental nurse, including their professional responsibility, and to enable dental nurses to understand the importance of adhering to professional, ethical, legislative, and local policies relevant to working within the dental setting.
Health and Safety
Aim: To identify and manage risks and hazards in the workplace in line with current legislative frameworks, government policies, and accepted good practices.
Dealing with Medical Emergencies
Aim: To provide appropriate support in emergency situations and understand the role of the dental team within these situations.
General, Dental, and Regional Anatomy
Aim: To demonstrate an understanding of general, dental, and regional anatomy and its relevance to patients’ treatment needs.
Oral Disease
Aim: To demonstrate an understanding of common oral diseases, including oral cancer, and their effect on the oral cavity.
Prevention of Oral Disease
Aim: To demonstrate the preparation of the dental environment and support the operator during a variety of preventive procedures.
Assessment
Aim: To demonstrate the preparation of the dental environment and the support of the operator during an oral health assessment. To demonstrate an understanding of current legislation relating to confidentiality. To demonstrate support during the taking of dental images, processing images, and maintaining quality in accordance with relevant legislation and policy.
Restorative Dentistry
Aim: To demonstrate the preparation of the dental environment and support the patient and the operator during the provision of restorative procedures.Child Dental Health
Aim: To demonstrate the preparation of the dental environment and support the patient and the operator during the provision of restorative and orthodontic procedures. To demonstrate appropriate patient management and communication techniques.
Minor Oral Surgery
Aim: To demonstrate the preparation of the dental environment and support the patient and the operator during minor oral surgery. To demonstrate appropriate patient management and communication techniques.
Pain and Anxiety Control
Aim: To demonstrate the preparation of the dental environment and support the patient and the operator during the provision of pain and anxiety control. To demonstrate appropriate patient management and communication techniques.
Assessment Process:
The NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing is assessed through two methods: a final Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) and a Record of Experience (RoE). The OSCE is a practical examination that assesses learners' ability to apply their knowledge and skills in a clinical setting. The RoE is a logbook that records learners' clinical experiences throughout the course.
Progression Opportunities:
Upon completion of the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing, learners can progress to further study, such as the NEBDN Certificate in Oral Health Education or the NEBDN Certificate in Radiography. Alternatively, learners can use this qualification to pursue a career as a registered dental nurse in the UK.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing, learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a dental nurse, including their professional responsibilities and the importance of adhering to professional, ethical, legislative and local policies relevant to working within the dental setting.
- Identify and manage risks and hazards in the workplace in line with current legislative frameworks, government policies, and accepted good practices.
- Provide appropriate support in emergency situations and understand the role of the dental team within these situations.
- Demonstrate an understanding of general, dental and regional anatomy and its relevance to patients' treatment needs.
- Demonstrate an understanding of common oral diseases, including oral cancer, and their effect on the oral cavity.
- Prepare the dental environment and support the operator during a variety of preventative procedures.
Overall, learners will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to support dentists and other dental professionals in the delivery of safe and effective dental care, and become competent and registered dental nurses in the UK.
Why Dental Nursing Course?
Dental nursing is a rewarding and dynamic career that offers a range of opportunities for personal and professional growth. As a dental nurse, you will play a critical role in supporting dental professionals to deliver safe and effective dental care to patients. This course provides learners with the knowledge and skills required to excel in this field and to make a meaningful contribution to the dental profession.
Why Forward Academic Team?
Forward Academic Team is a NEBDN Accredited institution that has a reputation for providing high-quality and accessible dental nursing training in the UK. The college offers learners the flexibility to study this course either face-to-face or online, with dedicated placement support to help learners find work after graduation. The college also offers a transparent fee structure, with no hidden fees and a discount for learners who pay the full fee upfront.
Application Process:
To apply for the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing at Forward Academic Team, learners must submit the following documents:
Learners must also pay an initial deposit of £400 and then six monthly fees of £200, with the exam fee of £510 due at the end of the course. Learners can also receive a discount of £310 if they pay the full fee upfront.
Total fee: £2110
- Initial Deposit: £400
- 6x£200 Monthly Fee: £1200
- Exam Fee: £510
Payment can be made to the college's bank account at:
Bank name: Barclays Bank
Account name: Forward Academic Team Ltd
Account no: 73729672
Sort code: 20-29-63
Once you have completed your enrolment process, you will be contacted by one of our enrolment team to confirm your acceptance to the next course intake. If you require any support in completing the enrolment process please do not hesitate to contact us at:
Registration unit:
Sony Gurung
07943740899
courses@forwardacademicteam.co.uk
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