On this apprenticeship programme, you will learn and develop a range of knowledge, skills and behaviours.
In their daily work, a Dental Nurse interacts with patients of all ages, other members of the dental team, other health professionals and representatives of organisations providing support services to the setting.
Depending on the dental setting, the Dental Nurse could also interact with schools, the prison service, community dental service, individuals in their own homes and those in care home settings. Dental Nurses are responsible for
providing care for people of all ages, different backgrounds, cultures and beliefs within a variety of clinical environments.
Dental nurses must ensure that they only carry out a task, treatment or make decisions about a patient’s care if they are appropriately trained, competent, indemnified and have the necessary skills. Dental nurses are registered professionals and work within the standards and scope of practice as defined by the General Dental Council Scope of Practice document.
End Point Assessment:
Apprentices without Level 1 English and Maths will need to achieve prior to taking the end-point assessment. The
apprentice must complete all elements of the on programme learning to achieve the assessment gateway requirements. The EPA consists of:
Assessment Test Unit
