• Format: online, self-paced, with in-clinic appointments under supervision
• Average completion time: 3 months
• Number of Learning Units: 15
• CPD Hours: 22 hours
• Guided Learning Hours: Average of 50 hours (depending on the learner's speed)

• Unit Quiz: One multiple choice quiz per unit
• Assessments: Record of Competence per course

Record of Competence Portfolio — Plaque Indices

Ten records/log sheets required (minimum one patient seen on two separate occasions). All appointments completed under supervision until competence declared. No specified patient groups.

Record of Competence Portfolio — Fluoride Varnish

Ten log sheets required: five adults and five young adults and children. RoC completed under supervision.

Supervisor Requirements

Plaque Indices supervisor must be:

• GDC-Registered: with current registration
• Qualified/Trained in Plaque Indices: evidence required for dental nurses
• Willing to Guide: learners through practical training
• Able to comment and sign: provide feedback and sign off portfolio

Fluoride Varnish supervisor must be:

• GDC-Registered: with current registration
• Qualified/Trained in Fluoride Varnish Application: evidence required for dental nurses
• Willing to Guide: learners through practical training
• Able to comment and sign: provide feedback and sign off portfolio

• Drop-In Sessions: Optional drop-in support session classes available.
• One-to-One Support: One-to-one tutor support is easily accessible by email, telephone, or Zoom.

Key Qualifications:

• Dental Hygienist and Therapist
• Dental Nurse
• Level 4 Quality Assurance
• Level 3 Assessor
• Diploma in Mentorship and Coaching

The role of the assessor is to mark your assessments and give you feedback.

• Full payment: £180.00 inc. VAT
• Payment Plan (total £195.00 inc. VAT): 07 September 2026 £65.00 (Non-refundable deposit), 07 October 2026 £65.00, 07 November 2026 £65.00
• Multiple Applicant Discounts: Two applicants: 5% discount | Three applicants: 10% discount | Four or more applicants: 15% discount
• Multiple Course Discounts: Two courses: 5% discount | Three courses: 10% discount | Four or more courses: 15% discount
• Note: Discounts must be requested before payment is made. Discounts are applied to the VAT-exclusive fee and cannot be applied to payment plans. Your certificate of competence will not be awarded until full payment is made.