Training

This 12 months online dental nursing diploma course is comprised of a written examination, practical examinations and a workplace portfolio (Record of Experience).

The awarding body for the National Diploma for dental nurse qualification is the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN.) Tempdent is an accredited NEBDN training centre.

We offer a choice of weekend or evening classes through our online learning platform.

Who Should Attend

• Unqualified dental nurses already working as dental nurses
• Candidates interested in becoming a dental nurse
• Qualified but unregistered dental nurses who wish to obtain a dental nursing qualification and be registered with the GDC
• Overseas qualified dentists wishing to work as dental nurses in the UK

Intakes and Venues

• We have 2 intakes per year for our Dental Nurse course, please enquire. Check our website or call us on 020 8371 6700 for start dates.

• This course closes 2 weeks before the published start date.

• We are able to run the National Diploma qualification in-house at your dental practice by special arrangement. Please note that standard course fees may not apply.

• Classes are delivered online through live webinars and supported with online learning resources.

How to Book

• You will need to attend an online enrolment where your literacy and numeracy skills levels will be assessed via a 20 minute Level 1 Basic Skills Assessment.
• All experienced dental nurses will also need to sit a 15 minute Dental Initial Assessment in order to assess the existing level of dental knowledge.
• You will then have a 1:1 interview with a member of our training team who will provide successful applicants with a course acceptance letter.
• To book an enrolment, please contact us on 0208 371 6700.

Course Fee

• The course fee is currently only  £1450 + VAT, excluding a £510.00 examination fee.
• We are able to offer Functional Skills support at an extra cost, if you did not attain a GCSE Maths or English at grade C or above.
• A non-refundable deposit payment of £600.00+ VAT will be required to complete your enrolment

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Tempdent supports all non-experienced trainee dental nurses to help them to find employment as a dental nurse. 100% of Tempdent non-employed trainee dental nurses are placed in secure employment within 3 months of starting the course. We achieve this through running specific job search workshops where we assist in CV writing, interview preparation and we arrange interviews for learners to attend.

All successful learners are eligible for GDC registration as a dental nurse upon completion of the portfolio and achievement of the written and practical examinations.

• Provides dental nurses with a professional qualification and career path.
• Dental nurses can then progress onto post GDC registration courses such as the Oral Health Education, Dental Radiography and Sedation.
• The course creates an opportunity to progress into teaching, assessing or dental hygiene & therapy careers.

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• Health & safety and infection control in the workplace
• Medical emergencies
• Dental radiography
• Legislation and ethics
• Dental and general anatomy
• Dental disease – cause, diagnosis and prevention
• Dental check-ups, treatment planning and actual treatments
• Patient care and management
• Dental drugs, materials instruments and equipment

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