Dental Nurse Training Programme in Paediatric Dentistry (DWD7APR25B)

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SubjectPaediatric dentistry
DescriptionThis training course supports dental nurses who are involved with the NHS Level 2 programme in paediatric dentistry or are currently working with this specific paediatric target group. Module 1 – Introduction to the Role, Legislation and Guidance Module 2 – Plaque Indices and Effective Plaque Removal Module 3 – Prevention of Dental Disease & Fluoride Application Module 4 – Paediatric Treatments and Procedures, Anxiety and Pain Management Module 5 – Multi-Disciplinary Working, Paediatric patients with additional needs Module 6 – Behaviour Management.
Additional information

Dental Nurses must be GDC registered. Able to allocate a workplace clinical supervisor to support a competency workbook. Some independent study is required and dental nurses must have access to a digital device with camera and audio.

VenueMicrosoft Teams, Microsoft Teams - Virtual  View details
6 SessionsSession 1:   Mon 7 Apr 2025, 13:00 to 16:00
Session 2:   Mon 28 Apr 2025, 13:00 to 16:00
Session 3:   Mon 12 May 2025, 13:00 to 16:00
Session 4:   Mon 2 Jun 2025, 13:00 to 16:00
Session 5:   Mon 16 Jun 2025, 13:00 to 16:00
Session 6:   Mon 30 Jun 2025, 13:00 to 16:00
LecturerManager of Dent Ellen Davison  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Nurse

Course styleWorkshop
CategoryCertificate of competence
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeA, B, C, D
CPD hours18:00
CostNo charge
Aims

This virtually delivered, online course aims to provide dental nurses with knowledge and understanding to support the NHS Level 2 programme or those working with paediatric patients in primary care.

Objectives

The course will:

  • Explain the specific role of the dental nurse to support patient care
  • Explore deeper learning of paediatric anatomy, caries process and prevention treatments
  • Provide an opportunity to cover theory of OH education including measuring plaque and applying fluoride varnish
  • Review the importance of having effective behaviour change conversations
Learning outcomes

By the end of the session:

  • Dental Nurses will be able to demonstrate completion in all components of Paediatric Dental Nursing to support patients and dental teams deliver effective care pathways to patients.
  • Dental Nurses will be able to apply knowledge, understanding and skills to communicate effective oral health advice to patients, and with support of a workplace based mentor; measure and record plaque and safely apply fluoride varnish.