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CertHE Dental Nursing

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Dental nurses support dentists in all aspects of patient treatment and care, and are an integral part of the dental team...

On this 1-year full-time, 2-year part-time CertHE Dental Nursing course, accredited by the General Dental Council (GDC), you’ll get the knowledge and practical skills required to achieve safe beginner status, become a vital member of the dental team and register with the GDC when you graduate.

General Eligibility

  • A levels – CDD

  • UCAS points – 80 points to include 2 A levels or equivalent, with 32 points in a pure Science subject. For A levels which include a separate science practical component, a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application.

  • BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – MMP

  • International Baccalaureate – 26

  • T levels – Pass (C or above in the core) – Merit

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core modules in this year include:

  • Foundations of Dental Nursing Professional Practice

  • Fundamentals of Dental Nursing Practice

  • Science Informing Practice (Dental)

  • Foundation of Evidence Based Practice (Dental)

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 in each component).

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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