Oral Health Education for Dental Nurses (NW180515C)

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SubjectOral Health
DescriptionThis is a combined course comprised of an Online course with 4 full day face to face taught sessions. This course has been developed by the BDA to ensure that Dental Nurses receive the knowledge, experience and competencies to support patients with their Oral Health.
Additional information

The BDA Online course will begin for delegates on Tuesday 8th May 2017.

The taught sessions will be held at Whiston Education, Training & Conference Centre on the following dates:

  • Tuesday 15th May 2018
  • Tuesday 3rd July 2018
  • Tuesday 25th September 2018
  • Tuesday 6th November 2018

 

To gain this award, students will need to:

  • Attend all four study days
  • Hold a recognised dental nursing qualification
  • Be registered with the GDC
  • Obtain the signed support from a dentist who is willing to support your practical work
  • Have access to a variety of patients
  • Have availability of a computer with internet and sound

Exam date: Saturday 24th November 2018.

It is expected that by registering for this course the student agrees that they are able to be released from practice for each teaching session.

Registration for each session will begin at 9:30am

 

The qualification will be awarded by the BDA and will require an additional exam fee of £124. This is payable directly to the BDA.

 

Please note this qualification is subsidised by Health Education England North West

VenueWhiston Education, Training & Conference Centre, Whiston - Merseyside  View details
4 SessionsSession 1:   Tue 15 May 2018, 10:00 to 16:00
Session 2:   Tue 3 Jul 2018, 10:00 to 16:00
Session 3:   Tue 25 Sep 2018, 10:00 to 16:00
Session 4:   Tue 6 Nov 2018, 10:00 to 16:00
LecturerVicky Brand  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Nurse

Development outcomeA, B, C
Course styleLecture
Core topic Not a core topic
CateringRefreshments
CPD hours0:00
Cost£160.00
Aims

This course aims to encourage the development of effective communication skills and enable dental nurses to inform behavior change in the context of oral health and also wider health issues.

Objectives

please see attached sheet on document section for objectives

Learning outcomes

The dental nurse will obtain the correct knowledge and experience to enable them to be competent in delivering oral health advice.