Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3

Dental nursing

Course Overview

This course will give you the training and qualification required to work as a Dental Nurse in a variety of general dental practice settings including hospitals and community dental clinics.

A Dental Nurse is a dental care professional who supports other oral health members across the full range of dental treatment.  Their role ranges from reception duties and practice management to maintaining materials and equipment. They provide support for the patient and the dentist during clinical procedures and maintain good practice and high quality service in the dental environment.

South London College offers a stimulating programme which combines comprehensive training at the college with a work placement at a local clinic. You will be taught by highly experienced tutors who will give you both the theoretical knowledge and practical knowhow to be a successful nurse.  Our on-campus student surgery will allow you to gain crucial practice and build your confidence before you start your placement. You will have access to a comprehensive range of dental materials and be given on-going support and advice throughout the course.

The course is ideal for you if:

  • You would like to make a positive contribution to the dental health of the local population
  • You like maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness
  • You enjoy interacting with different people as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • You are looking for a qualification that leads to employment

Why Study Dental Nursing at SLC?

  • You will be taught by well experienced and qualified tutors
  • You will have regular practical experience at our on-campus training surgery
  • You will receive individual support for placements
  • You will have access to a comprehensive set of dental materials and instruments
  • You will benefit from Interactive teaching methods including role plays, simulations and group work

 

  • Key Course Facts

  • Entry Requirements

  • Course Structure

Awarding Body

City & Guilds

Intake Dates

April, July and September. (July 2012 intake is for UK/EU students only. Tier 4 students can only start from September)

Duration

Part-time or Full Time (24 months)

Fees

 UK/Home/EU Students £1495 per year. £250 deposit to start the course.

Tier 4 Students Please enquire

There is an additional City & Guilds registration fee of £182 which includes the examination and certificates.

Qualifications

4 GCSEs at Grades A-C, or the equivalent, including English, Maths and 1 Science.

English

A good level of spoken English will be required in order to take up a placement.

UK/EU students will have to do a test before starting the course. 

Tier 4.0 International students will require IELTS - 5.5 (minimum 6.0 for speaking) or equivalent. 

Any student who has a lower score can still apply and may still be offered a place provided they enrol on our parallel English course.

Others

Computer literate

Students must complete a full course of immunisation against the Hepatitis B virus and must have all childhood vaccinations completed before the start of their clinical work placement.

Learners will need to complete a portfolio  comprising of 15 mandatory units (listed below) to gain the full NVQ. Each candidate will also need to pass a written exam.

 301  Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety

302  Reflect on and develop your practice

303  Emergency First Aid Skills

304  Prepare and maintain environment, instruments, and equipment for clinical dental procedures

305  Offer information and support to individuals on the protection of their oral health

306  Provide chairside support during the assessment of patients’ oral health

307  Contribute to the production of dental images 

308  Provide chairside support during the prevention and control of periodonta l disease and caries and the restoration of cavities

309  Provide chairside support during the provision of fixed and removable prostheses

310  Provide chair side support during non-surgical endodontic treatment

311  Provide chairside support during the extraction of teeth and minor oral surgery

312  Principles of infection control in the dental 

 313  Assessment of oral heal th and treatment planning  

314 Dental radiography

315  Scientific principles in the management of oral health diseases and dental procedures