Training

The aim of this module is to refresh your understanding of dental ethics, such as the principles of confidentiality.

This CPD module relates to the following GDC outcomes:
A - Effective communication with patients, the dental team and others across dentistry, including when obtaining consent, dealing with complaints, and raising concerns when patients are at risk.
B – Effective management of self and effective management of others or effective work with others in the dental team, in the interests of patients providing constructive leadership where appropriate.
C – Maintenance and development of your knowledge and skills within your field(s) of practice.
D – Maintenance of skills, behaviours and attitudes which maintain patient confidence in your and the dental professions and put patients’ interests first.

This module will help you to:

• Define ethics, specifically dental ethics.
• Identify the GDC principles in the Standards for the Dental Team.
• Describe the concept of confidentiality, consent, safeguarding, and health and safety.
• Identify what can be shared under the Public Disclosure Act.
• Define equality and diversity.