Radiography & Radiation Protection - An update for DCPs (CPD10SEP19)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjecteCPD
DescriptionThis short evening course will meet the clinical needs for dental nurses, Hygienists and Therapists not actively taking X-rays in clinic, and enable them to enhance knowledge in the principles and legislative requirements for their specific role. GDC Development Outcome C is met: Maintaining and developing knowledge and skills.
Additional information

PLEASE NOTE: This is not IRMER

Light supper will be served from 1730. a prompt start for 1800 is essential.

VenueWeetwood Hall Hotel, Leeds  View details
Date & timeTuesday 10 September 2019, 18:00 to 20:15
LecturerJulia Armstrong  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist, or Dental Nurse, or Dental Therapist, or Practice Manager, or Receptionist/Administrator

Course styleLecture
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and light supper
Development outcomeC
CPD hours2:00
CostNo charge
Aims

Aims to provide delegates with an understanding about the general principles of dental radiation. Radiation legislation will be discussed and quality assurance highlighted.

Objectives

By the end of the session delegates will be able to:

Describe the principles of dental radiography

Recognise the importance of a quality assurance programme

Discuss the implications of NEW IR(ME)R and IRR legislation.