Diploma in Dental Nursing

What will I learn?

You'll learn about:

• Professional Practice within a Dental Setting
• Leading, Managing and Team Working within the Dental Setting
• Communication in the Dental Setting
• Inclusive Practice
• Clinical and Technical Practice – Assessment and Diagnosis of Patients
• Clinical and Technical Practice - Treatment Planning and Onward Referring
• Promoting Oral Health
• Health and Well-Being- Own and Others in the Team
• Continued Professional Development
• Respond to Risks and Medical Emergencies

This course is fully accredited by The National Examining Board for Dental Nurses and includes a work placement within a dental practice.

The National Examining Board for Dental Nurses, Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing (RQF) is assessed in three ways:

• Internally by completion of an electronic portfolio of evidence
• Externally by an online knowledge test comprised of multiple-choice questions
• Externally by an online professional discussion with an NEBDN examiner.

Once you have gained the qualification you will be eligible to register with The General Dental Council as a dental nurse and also achieve UCAS points.

What qualifications do I need?

You'll need three passes at National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade, including English and Biology or another science. Mature students without qualifications may also be considered. 

What can I do after?

The course is aimed at people who want to continue their professional development in the dental field, and/or prepare for the NEBDN examination within 18 months. 

SCQF 5

Programme Information

Start: August

End: June

Duration: 18 months

Days per week: 2 - Tuesday/Thursday

Bursary Funded however exam fee payable by student