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Dental Nurse
Dental Nurse
Level 3Course Overview
Part Time
Certificate
Certificate
The broad purpose of the occupation is to provide chair side support to all dental professionals and ensure high standards of cleanliness and infection control. Dental nurses prepare instruments, materials and medicaments for dental procedures, mix materials, sterilise instruments, keep records, note dictation, carry out stock control and ensure patient comfort and safety throughout their visit.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with patients of all ages, other members of the dental team, other health professionals and representatives of organisations providing support services to the setting. Depending on the dental setting the dental nurse could also interact with schools, the prison service, community dental service, individuals in their own homes and those in care home settings.
An employee in this occupation will be responsible for providing care for people of all ages, different backgrounds, cultures and beliefs within a variety of clinical environments. Dental nurses must ensure that they only carry out a task, treatment or make decisions about a patient’s care if they are appropriately trained, competent, indemnified and have the necessary skills. Dental nurses are registered professionals and work within the standards and scope of practice as defined by the General Dental Council (GDC) Scope of Practice document.
Qualification: City & Guilds Level 3 Dental Nursing Practitioner (Diploma)
Components: English, maths Functional Skills Level 2
Ideal for:
- Individuals pursuing a career in Dental Nursing
- Those who wish to obtain professional registration with the GDC
- Individuals working in other areas of dentistry such as orthodontics, cosmetic surgery and specialised services
Delivery model:
Structured learning can be tailored to the individual and flexibility of the workplace. We can offer remote group delivery twice a month on our April and October cohorts or as a role on role off programme for one-to-one remote teaching. Additional sessions will be offered in person, in college to provide additional support and revision. Assessment will take place in the workplace (the number of visits will vary depending on each individual).
Duration: 21 months to include 3 months for end point assessment
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End Point Assessment
The End Point Assessment starts with the examination board (HEI) and finishes when the recognised course provider sends the certified list of apprentices to the General Dental Council (GDC). The apprentice is not required to carry out any additional assessments.
Benefits for learners
- A structured learning environment with high quality teaching and in-class support on campus
- Access to Gloucestershire College’s resources and learning support
- Networking opportunities in-class learning collaboratively with peers
- GC prepares learners for the end point assessment with a number of mock talks, to instil confidence in students and assist them in achieving the desired outcome
Benefits to business:
- Your apprentice will have more time in the workplace due to a planned and structured learning timetable that can be more flexible
- Your apprentice will have more time in the workplace due to a planned and structured learning timetable that can be more flexible
- Suitable for new and existing staff members
- At GC, we offer a free apprentice recruitment should you decide to recruit an apprentice
- Train individuals in the specific skills they need to prosper and become an asset to your business
End Point Assessment:
The EPA starts with the examination board (HEI) and finishes when the recognised course provider sends the certified list of apprentices to the GDC. The apprentice is not required to carry out any additional assessments.
Occupational Duties
- Undertake routine dental nursing clinical and technical procedures and tasks relevant to the assessment, and diagnosis of patients.
- Undertake routine dental nursing clinical and technical procedures and tasks relevant to treatment planning and onward referral of patients.
- Communicate effectively, maintaining confidentiality and records appropriately.
- Provide professional leadership within the team working in partnership with patients, dental teams, other health and social care professionals.
- Practice as an autonomous professional exercising judgment and integrity, keeping within the scope of practice and the legal and ethical boundaries of the profession.
- Practice in a non-discriminatory and inclusive manner recognising the impact of culture, equality and diversity.
- Promote oral health to individuals and the wider population and raise awareness of its role in preventing ill health amongst communities.
- Reflect on, review and develop the quality of own practice.
- Manage own health and well-being and promote the well-being of others in the team.
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GCSEs in English and maths grade 9 - 4 or A*- C Benefits for learners: This can be discussed if an apprentice does not meet the criteria.
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Completers may want to progress to other dental team roles, such as dental therapy and hygiene or related health roles such as nursing and radiology, oral health promotion and training/educator roles.
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