Course Overview
The Certificate in Oral Health Education is a qualification suitable for dental nurses who are required to provide Oral Health education to patients. This qualification is only available through approved training centres and is an essential requirement for some universities if you wish to progress onto the Dental Therapy course.
You will receive theoretical training by attendance at taught sessions delivered via MS Teams and you will be required to complete a four-part record of experience. Lectures, assignments and practical simulations are an integral part of this course.
You will also be required to complete a record of practical competencies set out by NEBDN over a 12-week period of time.
What You Will Study
You will develop the theoretical knowledge and skills necessary to deliver Oral Health Education. Please note that whilst you will develop your knowledge, the aim of the course is to develop your teaching skills.
- Attendance Expectations
You will attend college for six full days spread across the course duration.
- How You Will Be Assessed
The course is set at an academic level which has been equated to a Level 4.
You will receive theoretical training by attendance at taught sessions delivered via MS Teams. In addition to this, you will be expected to complete a four part record of competence.
- Entry Requirements
You must:
- Be a qualified dental nurse
- Be registered with the General Dental Council
- Have the written support of your employer who will be required to allow time and access for training and validate workplace activities for the portfolio of experience
- Fee Information
£1,080
- Further Study
The qualification is an essential requirement for some universities if you wish to progress onto the Dental Therapy course.
