Diploma in Dental Nursing – Level 3

Course overview

The Diploma in Dental Nursing gives learners the knowledge and skills in dental nursing both in direct chairside work and providing support in a range of dental treatments.

Learners will learn about various aspects of dental nursing including:

• Providing chairside support to patients for a number of procedures

• Contributing to the production of dental images

• First aid essentials

• This qualification will enable candidates to register with the GDC as a dental nurse

• Dental nurse students must be working in a general dental practice to be eligible

This course is delivered in Middlesbrough, Newcastle and Sunderland.

What will I study?

Units include:

• Emergency first aid

• Preparing and maintaining environments, instruments, and equipment for clinical dental procedures

• Providing chairside support to patients for a number of procedures

• Management of oral health diseases

When will I study?

Various start dates available throughout the year.

What are the entry requirements?

• Employment within a Dental Practice

• 5 or Grade C or above maths & English

• BSKB initial assessment result Level 1

How will I be assessed?

• Weekly classroom delivery

• Online portfolio

• Observation in workplace

What can I do next?

After completing this qualificaiton, you can complete qualifications in:

• Oral Health Educator

• Sedation

• Radiography

• Hygiene Therapy