Course Overview:
This 10-Day Intensive Dental Nurse Training Program offers a foundation for individuals seeking real clinical experience and hands-on skills in a professional dental setting. Designed for beginners and those refreshing their knowledge, it provides practical exposure to all key areas of dental nursing under the supervision of experienced dental professionals, including assisting during treatments, surgery setup and maintenance, patient communication, reception duties, infection control protocols and more.
Course objectives:
Understand the key responsibilities of a dental nurse; assist confidently in procedures such as fillings, extractions and root canals; set up and maintain a sterile, well-organised dental surgery; communicate professionally with patients; manage front desk tasks; apply best practice in infection control and waste management; handle dental charting and clinical records accurately; work independently under supervision; map out a future career in dental nursing with guided career support.
Fee includes:
All learning materials, full tutor support throughout the programme, and hands-on training with a partnered dental clinic.
Who is this for:
Aspiring dental nurses, career changers entering the dental field, individuals seeking hands-on experience before formal qualification.
Chronology:
Day 1 – Induction & Career Guidance (introduction to premises and team, role of a dental nurse, career opportunities, practice tour)
Day 2 – Dental Treatments & Surgery Setup (common procedures, opening/closing surgery, tray setup, materials)
Day 3 – Front Desk Training & Chairside Observation (reception duties, chairside assistance observation, communication)
Days 4–6 – Shadowing & Hands-on Assistance (working alongside experienced nurses, real procedures)
Day 7 – Decontamination & Waste Management (sterilisation, waste disposal, charting and documentation)
Days 8–9 – Independent Nursing with Supervision
Day 10 – Practical Assessment & Feedback (final assessment, one-on-one feedback, career guidance discussion)