DCP Core Topics Course B (CPD13NOV19)

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SubjecteCPD
DescriptionPart 2 A full day session to update DCPs working in clinical practice. Topics discussed in lecture and workshop format include: Infection Transmission with a Certificate in Hand Hygiene & PPE; Radiography & Radiation Protection; Handling Complaints & Raising Concerns; Health & Safety.
VenueHoliday Inn Doncaster, A1(M) Jct36, Doncaster  View details
Date & timeWednesday 13 November 2019, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturersJulia Armstrong & Mrs Geraldine Birks  View details
Target audience

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

Course styleWorkshop
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeA, B, C, D
CPD hours6:00
Cost£30.00
Aims

This course aims to provide DCPs with knowledge and understanding of current guidance and legislation requirements for a number of lifelong learning topics with the GDC. Topics should satisfy most PDPs for those undertaking a clinical role in dentistry.

Objectives

B - Radiography & Radiation Protection (2 hours vCPD) GDC Outcome C Discuss current Legislation IR(ME)R 2018 and IRR 2017. Define radiation protection in dental environments. Explain the principles of dental radiography. Identify quality assurance techniques used in radiographs and equipment.

B – Transmission of Infection & Certificate in Hand Hygiene Training (2 hours vCPD) GDC Outcome B,C Discuss diseases relevant to dentistry. Describe the Chain of Infection and understand the transmission of various infections. Conduct a hand hygiene audit and receive a separate Certificate in Hand Hygiene & PPE.

B – Health & Safety (1 hour vCPD) GDC Outcome B,C Understand the principals of Health & Safety including Risk Assessments. List actions to improve health, safety and wellbeing of self and others. Describe accident reporting requirements in line with legislation.

B – Handling Complaints (1 hour vCPD) GDC Outcome A,D Consider the Principles of complaints handling in dental environments. Manage and record complaints effectively.