HEE Dental Therapist Event (HEE1403019)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectWorkforce Development
DescriptionThe evening is designed to explain the Dental Therapists Return to Work Scheme and is intended for qualified Therapists who have not practiced for an extended period and are solely working as a Hygienist. It is free to attend, includes light refreshments and you will receive 2 hours verifiable CPD
Additional information

Programme:

17.45 Registration, (sandwiches and refreshments will be available on arrival)

18.00 Table discussions and networking

18.10 Introduction, Enhanced CPD and building a Personal Development Plan to reflect your field of practice 

18.20 Current initiatives in practice and moving towards a new dental contract

18.30 Advancing Dental Care and scope of practice

18.40 How it works in practice

19.00 HEE update, including details of the pilot scheme

19.30 Panel discussion

19.50 Feedback and closing thoughts

20.00 Close

VenueTBC, Copthorne Hotel, Slough - Berkshire  View details
Date & timeThursday 14 March 2019, 18:00 to 20:00
LecturersKaty Kerr & Mr Sumair Khan  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist, or Dental Therapist

Development outcomeB, C
Course styleBlended Learning
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours2:00
CostNo charge
Aims

To highlight the opportunities available to dental therapists through contract reform and the workforce transformation proposed by the Advancing Dental Care project.

Objectives
  • Provide details of the new General Dental Council guidance for Enhanced Continuing Professional Development including the plan, do, reflect, record model and the requirement for an individual Personal Development Plan based on current field of practice
  • Highlight the structure, principles, rules and regulations and remuneration associated with working as a dental therapist within the NHS.
  • Explore scope of practice and the use of skill mix within a dental practice, including future opportunities as a result of contract reform.
Learning outcomes

The participants will be able to demonstrate:

  • Knowledge of the opportunities available to dental therapists through contract reform and the workforce transformation proposed by the Advancing Dental Care project.
  • A thorough understanding of the professional responsibility of a dental therapist within and outside the NHS, including permitted scope of practice, and rules regarding patients' direct access to treatment provided by other dental professionals in accordance with current GDC standards.
  • A commitment to Continual Professional Development (CPD) through the regular completion (and subsequent recording) of CPD activities which update and improve knowledge and skills, and the incorporation of these skills into everyday practice.
  • An understanding of the charging structure relating to treatment provided for patients in general practice and other relevant clinical environments, including NHS dentistry, private fee per item and capitations schemes.
  • An understanding of the structure, principles, rules and regulations associated with working as a dental therapist within the NHS.
  • Knowledge of the different remuneration systems for dental services and Contracts and Agreements, as they relate to salaried and self-employed professionals.
  • Appreciation of the requirement for membership of a professional indemnity organisation in accordance with current GDC standards.