NEBDN Accredited Certificate in Dental Radiography (CPD21JAN21b)

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SubjectDental nurse training
DescriptionA qualified dental nurse who is awarded the NEBDN certificate in Dental Radiography, will be able to act under prescription as an IR(ME)R operator, in order to safely take intra-oral and extra-oral radiographs of patients. The additional skills acquired, together with the knowledge gained, will enhance your CV and bring benefits to your employer and to patients.
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Entry Requirements

You must:

· be registered with the General Dental Council

· be sufficiently fluent in written and spoken English to communicate with patients, their relatives, the dental team and other healthcare professionals in the UK

· be able to meet the work-based clinical requirements of the Record of Competence (RoC)

· attendance at all 6 teaching sessions is mandatory

· exam entry documents to be completed within the Tutor specified timeframe for submission to the NEBDN

· it is expected that delegates undertake the 2021 NEBDN examination to make full use of this opportunity

Record of Competence

You will be required to complete a work-based Record of Competence (RoC). There are three sections to the RoC

·Practical Competence Assessment Sheets (PCAS)

·Case studies

·Supplementary outcomes

Examination

This is a 90-minute written examination composed of two sections:

·Part A – 60 multiple choice questions (MCQ)

·Part B – 15 extended matching questions (EMQ)

Award of qualification

In order to be awarded this qualification, you must:

·Complete and satisfy the requirements of the RoC

·Pass the examination

NOTE

It is recommended that before you apply, access the full radiography syllabus and reading list, accessed through the NEBDN website.

Failure to complete document submissions within the specified timeframe will result in non-examination entry.

September 2021 Examination date TBC

Health Education England will provide Tutor support up to the examination date. Failure to sit or pass the examination will require delegates to communicate directly with the Tutor for support and guidance on the next examiantion date.

Considerable home study will be an aspect of undertaking this qualification.

VenueMicrosoft Teams, Microsoft Teams - Virtual  View details
6 SessionsSession 1:   Thu 21 Jan 2021, 09:30 to 16:30
Session 2:   Thu 4 Mar 2021, 09:30 to 16:30
Session 3:   Thu 22 Apr 2021, 09:30 to 16:30
Session 4:   Thu 27 May 2021, 09:30 to 16:30
Session 5:   Thu 8 Jul 2021, 09:30 to 16:30
Session 6:   Thu 26 Aug 2021, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturerJayne Smart  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist, or Dental Nurse

Course styleWorkshop
CategoryNEBDN certificate course
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeA, C, D
CPD hours36:00
Cost£250.00
Aims

To have the technical skills and knowledge to safely take intra-oral and extra-oral dental radiographs under prescription as an IR(ME)R operator.

Objectives

· Demonstrate an understanding of the role of radiography in dental practice

· Understand the scope of radiographic techniques and best practice in their use

· Demonstrate the knowledge to practice effective dental radiography

· Understand the importance of complying with contemporary guidance relating to the environment, facilities and equipment required for dental radiography

· Demonstrate a critical understanding of the issues involved in the scientific basis of dental radiography

· Understand the limitations, benefits and risks of dental radiography

· Recognise own limitations, reflect on experiences and appreciate the need for continuing professional development