Course Overview
As a dental nurse you play a key role in supporting dentists in caring for patients. This programme focuses on the knowledge and skills that you require to register with the General Dental Council and work as a Dental Nurse. It enables you to learn and train on the job as well as giving you a registerable qualification You will learn as you carry out your normal duties, with the support of a Trainer/Assessor who will visit you in your workplace to carry out observations of your practice during your working hours throughout your course. You will also be expected to attend taught sessions which will provide you with the specialist knowledge underpinning the two summative MCQ exams.
What You Will Study
There are 11 mandatory units and two MCQ knowledge tests.
Preparing for professional practice in dental nursing
Health and safety practices in the dental setting
Prevention and control of infection in the
dental setting
Dental and regional anatomy, oral health assessments and treatment planning
Recognising and supporting actions during first aid and
medical emergencies
The safe use of ionising radiation to produce quality radiographic images
Provide support for the control of periodontal disease
and caries, and the restoration of cavities
Provide support during the stages of prosthetic treatments
Provide support during the stages of
endodontic procedures
Provide support during extractions and minor oral surgery
Scientific and practical information to support the patient’s oral
and physical health
- Attendance Expectations
You will be expected to complete your Diploma within 18 months.
You will attend taught sessions via Microsoft teams, once per week, and you will attend some taught sessions in Wakefield college during term time.
- How You Will Be Assessed
You will be allocated a Trainer/Assessor who will develop an individual learning plan and will guide you to develop a portfolio of evidence to meet the learning outcomes.
- Entry Requirements
You must be working as a trainee dental nurse in a dental practice with a minimum of 18 hours chairside responsibilities per week.
- Fee Information
£3,600
- Further Study
Wakefield College offers various courses which can be used as Continuing Professional Development for dental care professionals. Please visit our website for a full list of training courses or telephone on the number given below.
