Accredited Level 3 Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application
Next start date
Monday 07 September 2026
Price
£150 or £55 p/m
Schedule
Flexible
Location
Online Course
Overview
This course provides level 3 accredited training for dental nurses to become competent and confident in applying fluoride varnish under the prescription of a dentist or as part of a structured oral health programme.
This comprehensive course covers the benefits of fluoride, clinical evidence supporting fluoride varnish use, dental health and disease, contraindications, fluoride toxicity, safeguarding, medical emergencies and the practical application of fluoride varnish.
Additionally, it includes essential topics such as principles of oral health education and promotion, clinical patient management, patient care standards, communication, scope of practice, and consent.
The course includes basic oral health education training to ensure oral health instruction can be provided after application, and all students are invited to join our oral health education webinars throughout the course.
DNN is the leading provider of dental fluoride varnish application training for dental nurses. This course is an alternative to the NEBDN Fluoride Varnish Application course. If you are looking for a Level 4 equivalent fluoride course, please see our NEBDN National Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application.
Benefits
- Flexible Completion Time: Learners have up to three months to complete the course, but fast-track completion is available within two weeks.
- Outstanding Support: Optional drop-in support session classes available. One-to-one tutor support is easily accessible by email, telephone, or Zoom.
- Accreditation: Accredited Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application (Certificate of Competence in the Application of Fluoride Varnish).
Course Summary
- Format: online, self-paced, with in-clinic fluoride application appointments under supervision
- Average completion time: 2 months
- Number of Learning Units: 9
- CPD Hours: 18 hours
- Guided Learning Hours: Average of 30 hours (depending on the learner's speed)
Course Assessments
- Unit Quiz: One multiple choice quiz per unit
- Assessments: Record of Competence - see information below
Record of Competence
As part of the course, you are expected to record ten log sheets, comprising five adults and five young adults and children. The RoC must be completed under supervision.
The Role of the Supervisor
Your supervisor must be:
- GDC-Registered: Must hold current registration with the General Dental Council.
- Qualified/Trained in Fluoride Varnish Application: Evidence is required for dental nurses who are supervising.
- Willing to Guide: They should be committed to guiding you through your practical training.
- Able to comment and sign: They must be able to provide feedback and sign off on your portfolio.
Support
- 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.
Meet Your Tutor: Stephanie Carter
Stephanie Carter brings a unique blend of experience, knowledge, and dedication to her role as a course tutor.
- Extensive Experience: Over 18 years in the dental industry.
- Educational Excellence: Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Education.
Professional Affiliations: Member of the Faculty of Dental Trainers, Edinburgh.
Stephanie's dedication to personal and professional growth ensures that you will receive a comprehensive and profoundly insightful learning experience.

Key Qualifications:
- Dental Hygienist and Therapist
- Dental Nurse
- Level 4 Quality Assurance
- Level 3 Assessor
- Diploma in Mentorship and Coaching
Course Assessors
The role of the assessor is to mark your assessments and give you feedback.

Hilary Urry
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application
- Qualified Tutor and Assessor

Helen Capell
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application
- Qualified Assessor

Jo Layden
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application
- Qualified Assessor

Stefan Booyens
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application
- Qualified Assessor

Emma Leather
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application
- Qualified Assessor
Next available enrolment dates:
Monday 07 September 2026 - Available | Monday 05 October 2026 - Available
Payment Options
- Full payment: £150.00 inc. VAT
- Payment Plan: £165.00 inc. VAT over three months — £55.00 on 07 September 2026 (first payment non-refundable), £55.00 on 07 October 2026, £55.00 on 07 November 2026
- Payment methods: Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, or Invoice
- 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
Fully accredited
We hold multiple accreditations and have passed every quality audit.
Verifiable CPD
Our certificates meet the GDC’s requirements for verifiable Enhanced CPD.
Dedicated support
Each learner is assigned a support administrator who monitors their progress throughout the course.
Responsive marking
Work is marked promptly and enquiries are answered without delay.
Experienced educators
Taught by highly qualified educators who remain active in the profession.
Beyond the syllabus
We keep you informed of new research and developments through our free webinars.
Book This Course
Apply in two minutes, or ask us anything first — enrolment is confirmed within one working day. Next start date: Monday 07 September 2026.
Fluoride Varnish Application
£150
or spread the cost — £55 p/m payment plan: choose it on the Payment Plan tab.
- Certificate awarded on completion
- Flexible online study
- Tutor assigned within 1 working day
- Only request an invoice if your employer pays
Prefer to talk it through?
0207 193 0584 ·
1. Apply online
Two-minute form — payment options available.
2. We confirm within 1 working day
Enrolment email with full course info and your tutor.
3. Start studying
Flexible online learning from your start date.
FAQs
Yes. With the right training, dental nurses can apply fluoride varnish under the prescription of a dentist, or as part of a structured oral health programme. This accredited fluoride varnish course gives you the training and certificate you need to apply fluoride varnish confidently in practice.
