Certificate in Intra-Oral Scanning
Next start date
Monday 07 September 2026
Price
£125 or £45 p/m
Schedule
Flexible
Location
Online Course
Overview
The Certificate in Intra-Oral Scanning enables dental nurses across the UK to complete their competency training in digital dental scanning (digital impressions) with flexibility and ease. To enrol, you must be GDC-registered, employed and indemnified, have access to a digital intra-oral scanner, and have a registered dental professional available and willing to supervise your training. It is ideal for dental nurses who want to treat patients directly by taking digital intra-oral scans under the prescription of a registered dentist or clinical dental technician, and it suits nurses working in both private practice and the NHS.
You will learn to take intra-oral scans for a wide and growing range of uses, including study models, orthodontic appliances and clear aligners, retainers, whitening trays, dentures and mouth guards. Scanning is also increasingly used to support oral health, from capturing new-patient baseline records to showing patients their own mouth in 3D, which makes it a powerful tool for oral health education and promotion.
Altogether, this training will strengthen your clinical skills, expand what you can offer your patients, and give them added confidence in your care through competency in the latest technology.
This course is only suited to those who have access to a digital scanner.
Benefits
- Flexible Completion Time: up to three months to complete, fast-track available within two weeks
- Comprehensive Online Tutorials
- Outstanding Support
- Accreditation: Certificate in Intra-Oral Scanning awarded upon successful completion
Course Summary
- Format: online, self-paced, with in-clinic digital scan appointments under supervision
- Average completion time: 2 months
- Number of Learning Units: 4
- CPD Hours: 10 hours + Additional optional CPD
- Guided Learning Hours: Average of 20 hours (depending on the learner's speed)
Course Assessments
- Unit Quiz: One multiple choice quiz per unit
- Assessments: Record of Competence - see information below
As part of the course, you are required to complete a minimum of ten patient scans. There are no specified patient groups (i.e., children or adults).
The Role of the Supervisor
Your supervisor must be:
- GDC-Registered: Must hold current registration with the General Dental Council.
- Qualified/Trained in Digital Scanning: 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.
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
Next available enrolment dates:
Monday 07 September 2026 - Available | Monday 05 October 2026 - Available
Payment Options
- Full payment: £125.00 inc. VAT
- Payment Plan: £135.00 inc. VAT over three months — £45.00 on 07 September 2026 (non-refundable deposit), £45.00 on 07 October 2026, £45.00 on 07 November 2026
- 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 cannot be applied to payment plans.
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.
Intra-Oral Scanning
£125
or spread the cost — £45 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
It is a course that trains dental nurses and the wider dental team to use intra-oral scanners to take digital impressions, one of the fastest-growing skills in modern dentistry.