Overview
The e-learning Introduction to Oral Health Education course is suited to dental nurses who wish to learn about the role of the oral health educator. It is a stepping stone towards studying towards the NEBDN Oral Health Education qualification. Enrolment gains you instant access to the course, with up to one month to complete the tutorials and be awarded 4 hours of verifiable CPD.
Who Should Apply?
- Nurses interested in learning about the role of the oral health educator.
- Oral health educators interested in completing a short refresher course.
- Nurses interested in studying the Dental Nurse Network online NEBDN Oral Health Education course.
- You should not apply for this course if you have completed the DNN e-learning fluoride varnish application course.
Should you sign up for the DNN Oral Health Education Qualification you can deduct the fee from the total course fee of £525.00.
Benefits
- Online tutorials.
- Downloadable booklet.
- Affordable.
- Tutor support.
- Flexible learning.
- Nationwide availability.
- 4 hours of Verifiable CPD.
Learning Objectives
GDC Development Outcomes: C
- Deliver basic oral hygiene and diet advice to parents and children.
- Demonstrate effective tooth-brushing techniques.
- Deliver basic tailored oral health instructions to children and young adults with orthodontic appliances.
- Define the main differences between gingivitis and periodontitis.
- Deliver basic smoking and alcohol cessation advice.
- Deliver basic oral health advice to adults, including specific advice for pregnant women.
- Provide denture care instructions to patients.
- Give advice to patients suffering with xerostomia.
- Adapt basic oral hygiene instructions for patients with special needs.
- Deliver advice to carers on assisted brushing.
- Demonstrate you have read and understood the contents of the Department of Health Oral Health Toolkit (Third edition).
Tutors
Melanie Pomphrett RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist: 259337
Qualifications: Advanced Diploma in Dental Nursing. Foundation Degree of Science in Oral Health Science. Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Melanie is currently completing her Master's Degree.