Dental Nursing Course & Training
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NEBDN Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing for the beginners who want to start a career as a GDC registered dental nurse in the UK
The General Dental Council (GDC) is the organisation that regulates dental professionals in the UK.
All dentists, dental nurses, dental technicians, dental hygienists, dental therapists, clinical dental technicians and orthodontic therapists must be registered with the GDC to work in the UK.
Course Overview
Forward Academic Team offers GDC registered NEBDN Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing, a worldwide recognised qualification that would suit anyone who would like to develop a career in the dental industry. After fully completing the dental nursing qualification, GDC registered dental nurse can progress their career in dental hygienist, dental therapist, practice manager, dental tutor and dental assessor. There are opportunities for dental nursing students for progression courses directly linked with Universities as well.
The Trainee Dental Nurse is normally paid 8.29-11 pounds per hour in Dental Clinic. As required by the course, students themselves has to find the placement but at Forward Academic Team – College of Dental Nursing, placements for students are provided by the college through its partner Dental Associates.
It is compulsory for students to have DBS and Hepatitis B vaccination done and have its record to be selected for the interview.
DENTAL NURSE COURSE
All dental nurses must be registered with the GDC and licensed to work in the UK.
UK Nationals
Dentists from the European economic region, with a primary qualification of Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing are able to register with the General Dental Council and practise as gdc registered dental nurse in the UK on the basis of that qualification and training.
Non-UK Nationals
Qualified overseas dental nurse also needs to register with GDC in order to start working as a registered dental nurse. If the qualification is not yet recognised in the UK, the individual must pass ORE examinations.
How to become a dental nurse?
Anyone who is interested in dental profession and wants to work as a GDC registered dental nurse in the London or any parts of the UK, the individual must have GDC approved dental nursing diploma qualification with proper trainee dental nurse work experiences.
That’s why Forward Academic Team is offering GDC registered NEBDN Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing in the UK. This course is very flexible and comfortable to learn at Forward. Students can enrol to this course from 11 different centres of Forward Academic Team in the UK.
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While in the course, the students has to work as a Trainee Dental Nurse in dental clinic. They are normally paid 8.29-10 pounds per hour in Dental Clinic. As required by the course, students themselves has to find the placement but at Forward Academic Team students will also get placement support. It is compulsory for students to have DBS and Hepatitis B vaccination done and have its record to be selected for the interview during Traineeship.
Requirements
- No previous qualification or experiences required.
- Should be able to work as a Trainee Dental Nurse.
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 practice.
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 the
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 preventative 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 the 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.
Duration
12 Months
Fees
£125 Per Month.
Payment can be done either full amount or on a monthly basis.
Placement
The college will help in finding the placement. On average, each students gets 10-12 interviews for the placement. Student’s self interview also decides the placement rate.
Payment Option
- £125 Fee Per Month
- £2000 at Once
Deposit
£500, Non-refundable. This fee is already included in the total fee.
Requirement
- No previous qualification required
- Should be able to work as a trainee dental nurse
- Should be living in the UK
Class Days
Online Class through Forward Online Learning Hub (FOLH).
In-person class on Sunday and Saturday.
Two Classes Per Month; Minimum of 16 Hours in Work Placement
Application process
Submit the following documents to admission manager at laxman@forwardacademicteam.co.uk
- Updated CV (pdf or photo)
- Proof of address (pdf or photo)
- Application Form (pdf or photo)
Payment Details:
- Deposit of £500 is required to get admitted at the college after the documents verification and confirmation.
- Bank Details
Account Name: Forward Dental Recruitment, Barclays Bank
Account No: 70486620
S code: 20 18 93
For support, contact the college.
ONLINE DENTAL NURSING CLASS
Forward Academic Team provides modern digital online dental nursing class integrated with features packed online learning system that enable students to study and complete college activities from anywhere, anytime.
What's next
Post-Registration courses
Completion of this qualification can help you to progress within dental nursing, enabling completion of Post-Registration courses such as:
- Radiography
- Oral Health Education
- Sedation Nursing
- Implant Nursing
- Orthodontic Nursing
- Fluoride Application
