This level 3 apprenticeship is aimed at those currently working in an oral healthcare setting and provides an excellent start to a career in dentistry and oral health.
DurationOverview
This level 3 apprenticeship is aimed at those currently working in an oral healthcare setting and provides an excellent start to a career in dentistry and oral health.
Duration
18 months.
Entry requirements
Learners must achieve Level 1 in English and Mathematics during initial assessment.
Progression route
Level 3 is the professional qualification needed to work as a dental nurse and to register with the General Dental Council. Learners can progress to senior and specialist dental nursing roles, Dental Practice Manager, Hygiene Therapist and Dentist.
End Point Assessment
To successfully pass this diploma, one or more of the following assessments will be carried out:
Assignments
Direct observation in a real work environment
Professional discussion
Projects • Exams.
Results for Learner
On completion of this programme, learners can register with the General Dental Council and continue with their Continuous Professional Development.
Learners can undertake further studies, including how to take dental impressions, radiation courses for taking dental x-rays and sedation courses.
Unit summary: Dental Nurse Level 3
Unit Title First aid essentials
The role and responsibilities of a dental nurse
Prepare and maintain environments, instruments and equipment for clinical dental procedures
Principles of infection control in the dental environment
Provide chairside support for the assessment of patients’ oral health
Contribute to the production of dental images
Provide chairside support for the prevention and control of periodontal disease and caries and the restoration of cavities
Provide chairside support for non-surgical endodontic treatment
Provide chairside support for the extraction of teeth and minor oral surgery
Provide information and support to individuals on the protection of their oral health Assessment of oral health
and treatment planning
Dental radiography
Management of oral health diseases and dental procedures
Reducing the risk to health and safety in the dental setting
Provide chairside support for non-surgical endodontic treatment
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