NEBDN (Ofqual Regulated) Accredited National Diploma in Dental Nursing Course
Next start date
Monday 07 September 2026
Price
£2395 or £163 p/m
Schedule
Flexible
Location
Online Course
Overview
Enrol in our NEBDN accredited (Ofqual Regulated) National Diploma in Dental Nursing Course to train as a dental nurse. This course will equip you to pass the NEBDN exams, enabling you to register with the General Dental Council as a qualified dental nurse.
This course is an online course and includes excellent one-to-one support to ensure you always feel supported throughout your training.
Dental nursing is a rewarding career for those who are naturally caring and love to help people. You will learn to support the dentist with a variety of dental treatments, be part of a team supporting patients, communicate effectively with patients, provide a calming presence, and receive the highest standard of training in infection control. Additionally, you will gain skills to efficiently manage and maintain the dental surgery.
Benefits
- Flexible Completion Time: Learners have up to 18 months to complete the course.
- Comprehensive Online Tutorials: Access detailed and engaging tutorials to guide your learning.
- Outstanding Support: Benefit from easily accessible and exceptional support throughout your learning journey.
- Accreditation: NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing awarded upon successful completion.
Course Summary
- Format: online, self-paced (Try out our learning software for free here.)
- Average completion time: 12 months
- Number of Learning Units: 44
- Guided Learning Hours: Average of 280 hours (depending on the learner's speed)
Course Assessments
- Unit Quiz: One multiple choice quiz per unit
- Record of Experience Portfolio (RoE)
- Final Exams: Written and OSCE exams
Support
- Optional drop-in support session classes available.
- One-to-one tutor support by email, telephone, and Zoom.
Examinations
By completing the Dental Nurse Network course, students will be prepared to sit the final examinations for the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing. The examinations are in two stages: a written (online) examination and a practical online (OSCE) examination. You must pass the written online examination to be eligible to sit the practical examination.
Those successful in the final NEBDN examinations are eligible to apply to the General Dental Council (GDC) for registration, allowing them to work as a Registered Dental Nurse in the United Kingdom.
Next available examination dates:
To be confirmed.
Meet Your Tutor: Stephanie Carter
Why learn from Stephanie?
Stephanie Carter brings a unique blend of experience, knowledge, and dedication to her role as a course instructor. Here’s why you’ll benefit from her expertise:
- Extensive Experience: Over 20 years in the dental industry.
- Leadership and Management Expertise: Holds a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management.
- Educational Excellence: Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Education.
Key Qualifications:
- Dental Hygienist and Therapist
- Dental Nurse
- Level 4 Quality Assurance
- Level 3 Assessor
- Diploma in Mentorship and Coaching
Professional Affiliations:
Member of the Faculty of Dental Trainers, Edinburgh: The faculty promotes the role of the dental trainer, recognises achievement and excellence, and ultimately enhances the quality of patient care.
Stephanie’s dedication to personal and professional growth ensures that you will receive a comprehensive and profoundly insightful learning experience.
Course Assessors
The role of the assessor is to mark your assessments and give you feedback.
Hilary Urry
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Qualified Tutor and Assessor and Internal Quality Assurance
- Mental Health Lead
Tracy Sant
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Qualified Tutor and Assessor
Jo Layden
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Qualified Assessor
Next available enrolment dates:
Monday 07 September 2026 - Available
Payment Options
- Payment plan: Pay over 12 months. Deposit payment: £700* followed by 11 payments of £163.00. Total payment: £2493.00 inc. VAT, NEBDN registration and examination fees.
- Full payment upfront: £2395.00 inc. VAT. Includes NEBDN registration and examination fees.
*NEBDN Registration, PoE and examination fees: £525 (NEBDN fees are increasing as of 1 March 2025)
Kindly note that the fees have recently been updated to reflect significant course changes and new Ofqual regulation.
*These fees are paid via DNN to the NEBDN. Please note that these fees are set by the NEBDN and are not influenced by DNN.
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.
NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing
£2395
or spread the cost — £700 deposit then 11 payments of £163 (£2,493 total).
- NEBDN (Ofqual regulated) accredited
- 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
Successful learners will be awarded the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing, an Ofqual-regulated qualification accredited by the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN).