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Verifiable CPD

Verifiable CPD for Dental Nurses

Of the necessary 150 hours of CPD to be completed by most dental care professionals every five years, 50 hours must be verifiable. There are four areas of specific criteria which must be met for something to be classified as …

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Keeping a Record of CPD

Dental Nursing – Keeping a Record of CPD

It is of utmost importance that all CPD gained by dental care professionals, both verifiable and non-verifiable is recorded. Many registered dental care professionals will have to provide

How can i get my CPD

Dental Nursing – How can I get my CPD?

There are many ways of gaining CPD, some examples of how have been mentioned in other areas of this website, but the most popular activities for dental nurses

Dental Hygenist

Training to become a Dental Hygienist

To qualify as a dental hygienist in the U.K.  students must gain a Diploma in Dental Hygiene. Courses are full time and usually take two years ( twenty

Continuing professional development (CPD)

Dental Nursing – What is CPD?

CPD stands for continual professional development. It has been compulsory for dentists to do for many years, and since July/August 2008 has been compulsory for nearly all dental

Dental Technicians

Training as a Dental Technician

There are a variety of routes and courses available to those who wish to qualify as a dental technician. All courses must be approved by the General Dental

Training Dentist

Training To Become A UK Dentist

In order to qualify as a dentist in the U.K a student must successfully gain a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree (BDS).  This course usually takes five years

Training Dental Nursing

Training as a Dental Nurse

To become a qualified dental nurse there are two possible routes available to take. Dental nurses can either take the National Certificate for Dental Nurses examination or take