Fluoride application extended skills for dental nurses (CPD-SHEF07MAY15)

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SubjectFluoride
DescriptionThe course will provide theoretical knowledge and the practical skills required for the candidates to competently apply topical fluoride to children and adult patients on the prescription from a dentist.
Additional information

Please note:

  • Please print off the two attached forms, complete and return to Dental Admin Team, HEYH, Willow Terrace Road, Leeds, LS2 9JT
  • You need to book a place on the course via the online booking system BEFORE sending the pre-assessment and statement of intent to us

The course will provide theoretical knowledge and the practical skills required for the candidates to competently apply topical fluoride to children and adult patients on the prescription from a dentist.

There will be two underpinning theory days; 6 hours per day. The sessions will be held 6 weeks apart to allow sufficient time for the candidates to build a portfolio of practical experience and written assignments. There will be a half-day session 2 weeks after the second session.

Attendance at the final half day session is required to sign off the clinical work-based log sheets, extended case studies and complete the summative assessment.

The candidate will be required to appoint an appropriately trained, GDC registered workplace supervisor who will provide the practical skills training and assessment.

Attendance at all three sessions and completion of all course work in a timely manner is mandatory to achieve the Certificate of Competence in Fluoride Varnish Application.

VenueRoom TBC, Tankersley Manor, Nr Sheffield - Sheffield  View details
3 SessionsSession 1:   Thu 7 May 2015, 09:30 to 16:00
Session 2:   Thu 18 Jun 2015, 09:30 to 16:00
Session 3 - (half day, no lunch):   Thu 2 Jul 2015, 09:30 to 12:00
LecturerJayne Smart  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Nurse

Course styleLecture
CategoryCertificate of competence
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeNo development outcome
CPD hours14:30
Cost£50.00
Aims

To provide theoretical knowledge and the practical skills required for the candidates to competently apply topical fluoride to children and adult patients on the prescription from a dentist.

Objectives
  • Prevention of caries
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Clinical patient management
  • Consent
  • Communication skills
  • Infection control and health and safety
  • Application of topical fluoride as a preventative measure

Expected Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course the candidates will be able to;

  • Explain the aetiology of dental caries and describe the mechanisms of fluoride in caries prevention
  • Describe GDC ‘Standards for the Dental Team’ and relate it to their role in patient care
  • Exhibit knowledge and understanding of the process and procedure of topical fluoride application through written assignments
  • Demonstrate competence in the procedure of topical fluoride application for adults and children
  • Complete a portfolio of practical and theoretical evidence to support their role in applying topical fluoride