The document discusses qualifications and apprenticeships in dental nursing, including the dental nursing advanced level apprenticeship and level 3 diploma in dental nursing. It highlights that these qualifications are suitable for individuals working in oral health environments and prepares them for roles involving chair-side support in various dental procedures. Successful completion allows for potential registration with the General Dental Council (GDC).

1. QCFs or
Apprenticeships
in Dental Nursing

2. About the Qualification
This qualification will suit you if you
are working in an oral health
environment and have considerable
knowledge and skills in relation to
dental equipment, instruments and
materials.
You are able to work under minimum
supervision as a key member of the
oral healthcare team.

3. Qualifications for Dental Nursing
Qualifications for those working in
Dental Nursing:
 Dental Nursing Advanced Level
Apprenticeship
 Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
(QCF).

4. Apprenticeships in Dental Nursing
Qualifications for those working in Dental Nursing
The Dental Nursing Apprenticeships provide learners with the
knowledge and skills to qualify as a dental nurse, supporting
patient care and delivery of dental care
 Dental Nursing Advanced Level Apprenticeship: Level 3
Diploma in Dental Nursing (QCF).
 Level 3 Award in Employment & Personal Learning Skills in
Health (QCF)
 Level 2 Functional Skills English & Maths

5. Who is it for?
The Dental Nursing Advanced Level Apprenticeship is aimed at
individuals who want to work as a dental nurse.
A Dental Nurse provides ‘chair-side support’ for the dental team, which
includes Dentists, Dental Therapists, Hygienists and Technicians.
The role of a Dental Nurse is regulated by the General Dental Council
(GDC). An individual may be able to register with the GDC upon
satisfactory completion of a recognised qualification, which includes the
Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing (QCF).

6. The Skills You Will Gain
At this level you'll gain the skills and knowledge you need for
chair-side work, providing support for a range of dental
procedures, including:
 Preparing and maintaining environments, instruments and
equipment for clinical dental procedures
 Providing chair-side support for extraction of teeth and minor oral
surgery
 Dental Radiography

7. For More
Information
Please contact:
info@pathwaygroup.co.uk
0121 707 0550