Overview
Course Overview
DNN is now offering the NEBDN fully accredited National Certificate in Dental Nursing. Course Brochure
This course is an online course, with highly recommended hands-on training days. The hands-on days are not compulsory. Our course includes excellent support, online interactive Zoom classes where you can meet and interact with other students, an online Facebook group, and two free coaching sessions with Dental Nurse Network’s founder. Coaching sessions are designed to help you achieve your learning and future career goals. Students who pass the course (on their first attempt) will be given free access to our Level 2 Certificate in Patient Care Coordination.
The course is an online learning course comprising 12 compulsory online modules with highly recommended hands-on practical days for clinical skills, basic life support and OSCE preparation (dates TBC upon success in the written exam).
The course covers the full NEBDN curriculum and complies with the GDC’s guidance on Student Fitness to Practice.
The course is taught by Stephanie Carter. Stephanie is a registered dental nurse with over 18 years of experience in the dental field. She is a qualified dental hygienist and therapist, dental nurse, level 5 tutor, level 4 quality assurer and level 3 assessor. She is passionate about personal and professional development, has completed many more qualifications and is currently studying a diploma in mentorship and coaching. She will ensure you have a rich and in-depth learning experience.
Structure
Our aim is to provide an excellent learning experience that will ensure trainee nurses are equipped with the knowledge to become successful in their role as an assistant, as a team player, as a communicator and as a registered dental professional.
The course consists of:
1) Flexible online learning
Compulsory weekly tutorials with quizzes to test your learning. These are released on a Monday but you can watch them at any time that suits you.
Click here for the online course structure
2) Optional hands-on learning days (Brighton & Hove only)
See more information below
3) A record of practical experience in the dental surgery also known as a Record of Experience ( RoE)
See more about the RoE here
4) Interactively zoom classes
These are usually held once per month on a Monday night at 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
These will include discussions on professionalism, working successfully as part of a team, communication skills, personal and professional growth and development.
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 (OSCE) examination. You must pass the written online examination to be eligible to sit the practical examination.
The examination dates are set by the NEBDN and are not influenced by DNN. You may be required to travel in order to sit the examinations.
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.
Day Courses
Throughout the year, there will be a selection of day courses available. Whilst not compulsory, those enrolled on the DNN Academy online diploma course will be able to attend for a reduced rate. These days will be held in Brighton and will include the opportunity to network, meet your tutor and engage in peer discussions.
Day Course 1
£85 per day incl. VAT*
Clinical Skills, including aspirating, setting up surgeries and general surgery management. Mixing alginate and other dental materials. Decontamination. IPC.
Day Course 2
£85 per day incl. VAT*
Medical Emergencies and CPR Training (hands-on).
Professional Skills, including Interview Techniques, CV writing.
Day Course 3
£85 per day incl. VAT*
OSCE practice.
*40% off for our diploma students. These courses are open to students on other NEBDN courses.
Tutors
Stephanie Carter RDT, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist and Therapist: 119601
Qualifications: Diploma Dental Hygiene and Therapy, National Certificate Dental Nursing, Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, NEBDN Certificate Dental Radiography, ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management, Smoking Cessation Counselling Levels 1 and 2, Young Counsellors Certificate
Emma Leather RDN
Registered Dental Nurse: 148732
Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 Dental Nursing, Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, Level 4 National Certificate in Internal Quality Assurance, Level 3 Award in Education and Training, Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, Oral Health Education (BDA)
Competency Training: Impression-Taking, Fluoride Varnish Application
Hilary Urry RDN
Registered Dental Nurse: 139277
Qualifications: Foundation Degree in Advanced Dental Nursing (University of Kent), Certificate Dental Radiography (City University London), Level 3 Certificate on Education & Training, Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
DATES
Available Cohorts 2021:
- 11 October 2021 - Intake closed
- 1 November 2021 - Available
- 17 January 2022 - Available
Payment
Option 1: Payment plan: Pay over 12 months. Deposit payment: £485* followed by 11 payments of £135.00. Total payment: £1970.00 inc. VAT, NEBDN registration and examination fees.
Please note, payment plans must be paid via BACS. We will NOT send reminders of payment due dates. Failure to make payment by the due dates may result in automatic removal from the course.
Option 2: Full payment upfront: £1795.00 inc. VAT, NEBDN registration and examination fees.
NEBDN Registration and Exam Fee: £485*. This includes:
- Record of Experience Fee: £60
- Written and OSCE Examination Fees: £425
The above fees exclude the optional practical training days. Students enrolled on our course will pay a reduced fee for practical training days.
*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.
Application
Entry Requirements
You must:
Be at least 16 years old and legally allowed to work in the UK.
Have GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above (equivalent qualifications accepted including function skills/key skills).
Be working in a dental practice at the start of the course with a GDC registered-supervisor who has agreed to act as your witness for your Record of Experience. (Please note that this role will require them to complete one hour of online training provided by the NEBDN.)
Have a current DBS certificate.
Have the required vaccinations or evidence that you are currently undergoing the vaccination process.
To enrol, please complete the below documents and email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Course Application Form
DNN Service Level Agreement
NEBDN Service Level Agreement
NEBDN Training Practice Monitoring Form
