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Level 3 Dental Nursing Course in Middlesbrough – Middlesbrough College

CostContact the provider
Duration1 month
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDay or block release
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

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About this course

Level 3 Dental Nursing Course in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough College, part-time on a day or block release basis. Tuition may be free if you are 16 to 18 years old on 31 August before the course starts. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your circumstances.

The course covers chairside support for a range of dental treatments, contributing to dental imaging, and first aid. You'll need to be working in a dental practice to enrol, and you'll need GCSE grade C or above in maths and English. An initial assessment is also part of the entry process.

Completing the course allows you to register with the General Dental Council as a dental nurse. You'll finish with a City and Guilds Diploma in Dental Nursing.

Who this course is for

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.

Entry requirements

Employment within a Dental Practice 5 or Grade C or above maths & English BSKB initial assessment result Level 1

What you will learn

  • You'll provide chairside support to patients during a range of dental procedures.
  • You'll contribute to the production of dental images.
  • You'll apply first aid knowledge in a dental setting.
  • You'll understand infection control and decontamination procedures.
  • You'll learn how to support patients before, during, and after treatment.
  • You'll develop knowledge of dental materials and their uses.
  • You'll understand the legal and ethical responsibilities of a dental nurse.

How you will learn

You'll study through classroom sessions at Middlesbrough College, combined with practical experience in your dental practice workplace. Assessment includes written examinations, practical observations, and a portfolio of evidence gathered in the workplace. You must be employed in a dental practice throughout the course, as work-based evidence is a core part of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

Middlesbrough College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Dental nurse, providing chairside support in a dental practice after GDC registration.
  • Dental receptionist, managing patient appointments and front-of-house duties.
  • Orthodontic nurse, supporting orthodontic treatment once registered and experienced.
  • Dental practice manager, overseeing the running of a practice, usually with further experience.

What you could study next

  • Further qualifications in dental nursing, such as a Certificate in Oral Health Education or a Certificate in Dental Sedation Nursing, allow you to extend your scope of practice.
  • A Level 5 Diploma in Dental Therapy or Dental Hygiene is a route into clinical treatment roles, though it requires additional study and GDC registration in a new category.
  • A degree in Dentistry or Dental Therapy is a longer academic route for those aiming at clinical practice.
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