Course description
Dental Assistant Certificate Training Course
It is rare to come across a dental clinic or office that functions efficiently in the absence of dental assistants. Dental assistants help dentists perform clinical procedures, manage patient care as well as oversee the administrative and clerical operations. Dental assistants are responsible for performing a range of functions and duties
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Who can take the course?
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Benefits of taking this course:
The benefits of doing the dental assistant certificate course include:
- A clear understanding of your duties and responsibilities in the dental office or clinic; you will develop improved communication techniques and will be able to help patients quell their fears and feel at ease
- You will also develop a mixed set of skills including interpersonal and technical skills. The reinforcement of different techniques will help you provide able and efficient assistance to the dentist. Moreover, you will become skilful at performing tasks such as taking oral impressions and radiographs etc. Competent dental assistants significantly increase the efficiency levels of the dentists and contribute to the overall success of the clinic
The modules are designed to provide maximum information explained in detail and includes all the important information that you need in order to acquire competency as a dental assistant. The course will provide you with the training necessary to make your knowledge meaningful and necessary. You will acquire the principles, values and understanding required to help you excel in your chosen career.
Training Course Content
- Module 1 : Introduction to the Dental Profession, Dental Team and Standards of Practice
- Module 2 : Standards of Dental Practice in the UK
- Module 3 : Standards of Dental Practice in the UK (Part II)
- Module 4 : Dental Assistant Skills, Duties and Qualifications and How to Maintain and Organise a Dental Office
- Module 5 : Oral Health and Preventative Techniques
- Module 6 : Dental Terminology, Brushing and Flossing Techniques
- Module 7 : Fluoride and Oral Nutrition in Dentistry
- Module 8 : General, Head and Neck Anatomy and Physiology and Tooth Morphology
- Module 9 : Patient Care, Dental Charting and Chair-Side Assistance (I)
- Module 10 : Chair Side Assistance (II), Anaesthesia/Sedation and Ergonomics
Course delivery details
We estimate that the course will take about 3 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
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