Introduction to NHS Module 9 – Practical Radiography (INOX301113)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectIntroduction to the NHS
DescriptionThis one day course will update about many aspects of dental radiography including: • Radiation physics • Radiation safety • Clinical governance • Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 • Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2000 • Radiographs in clinical diagnosis. In addition, delegates will use a range of film holders and beam aiming devices in a simulated dental surgery environment, in order to enhance the acquisition of new clinical skills. This course meets UK GDC verifiable CPD requirements in radiography and radiation protection. It does not satisfy the IRMER requirement for dentists or radiography qualified Dental Care Professionals. This course is one of a number of courses designed to provide an introduction to NHS dentistry and is essential for dentists who are undertaking Vocational Training by Assessment. This course is also suitable for dentists who are new to the NHS and dentists returning to NHS practice. Other dentists can book to attend if places remain available 14 days in advance of the course. Ian Hamilton MSc BDS BSc Civ Eng, GDC 68870 is a dentist with a background in radiation protection who, after gaining his MSc in Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology, was appointed as the Subject Matter Expert for the Defence Dental Services. Ionising radiation and Core of Knowledge training delivered by Ian, at undergraduate and postgraduate level across England and Scotland, is always entertaining and extremely informative.
VenueHealth Education England, Oxford - Oxfordshire  View details
Date & timeSaturday 30 November 2013, 09:15 to 16:15
LecturerMigration  View details
Target audience

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Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleHands-on
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours5:30
Cost£88.00
Aims
  1. Know the principal components of the Ionising Radiations Regulations 1999 and Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2000
  2. Have a fundamental understanding of radiation physics, radiobiology and radiation risks
  3. Understand selection criteria for taking radiographs
  4. Know how to ensure the consistent quality of radiographs