What are the entry requirements for a dental nursing diploma?

There are no formal entry qualifications but students are expected have a good command of English language. In addition, students must already be employed as a Trainee Dental Nurse within a dental practice working a minimum of 16 hours per week to enrol onto the National Diploma in Dental Nursing course at Infills Academy, an accredited provider. Students are not admitted under the age of 18.

How is the course behind a dental nursing diploma structured?

The National Diploma in Dental Nursing course is governed by the NEBDN syllabus which covers all areas of knowledge and understanding a dental nurse needs to develop in order to be able to practise competently. It is structured is as follows: - 5 online modules - End of modules tests - Quarterly reviews with allocated tutor - The required Record Of Experience (ROE) to be completed via Pebblepad with the support of allocated tutor - Final NEBDN test in two parts The National Diploma in Dental Nursing course provides extensive preparation for both parts of the final exam (written and the practical part of the exam, OSCE), This incudes mock papers, practice sessions and mandatory preparation sessions to practice the exam itself.

How is a dental nursing diploma assessed?

The National Diploma in Dental Nursing is assessed per module. You need to pass all 5 end of module tests to assess knowledge, while also completing your ROE having it signed off by your witness so that your tutor may assess competence too. The final NEBDN examination is in two parts. Learners must pass the NEBDN written examination consisting of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and extended matching questions (EMQs) before they can proceed to part two, a practical examination consisting of a series of objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs).

Do you need to be working in a practice to start a dental nursing diploma?

Yes, learners need to be working in a Dental Practice, that can on a full-time or part-time basis, with an employment contract in place.

Can I get funding for a dental nursing diploma?

As this course requires paid employment the course fees can be paid from the salary you receive while you are learning. It is also the possible that the Dental Practice you work for can support you with funding. At Infills Academy, your course fees can be paid via an instalment plan meaning students can obtain their qualification without accumulating student debt.

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