Program Overview

Dental Nursing FdSc

Key Facts

• UCAS Code: B750
• Level: Undergraduate UG FdSc
• Duration: 2 years Full time
• Starting: September
• Entry Requirements: DD at A Level, MPP at BTEC/Cambridge Technical, Pass (D or E) at T Level, NVQ Level 3 (any subject)
• UK Fees 25/26: Full Time: £9,535
• International Fees 25/26: Full Time: £16,700*
• Location: Waterside

Overview

The Foundation Degree Dental Nursing (FdSc) course provides students with a wide range of academic skills and work-related competencies. On successful completion of the award, students will be able to apply for registration with the General Dental Council (GDC). The course links theory to practice, supported through underpinning knowledge, work-based clinical skills, and placement options each year.

Highlights

• Leads to the General Dental Council (GDC) registration.
• Uses General Dental Council Standards for the Dental Team (2013) and theGeneral Dental Council (2015) through learning.
• Range of work placements in dental environments.
• HP laptop and software included with this course for eligible students* (*see eligibility criteria and terms and conditions).

Entry Requirements

• DD at A Level or,
• MPP at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or,
• Pass (D or E) at T Level or,
• NVQ Level 3 (any subject)
• GCSE in English Language (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above.

Placements

Students will be allocated clinical placements throughout the two-year course across Northamptonshire and surrounding areas. Students will be offered a range of clinical experiences in general dental practices, hospitals, orthodontics, and community settings.

Course Content

The course is designed to contribute towards achieving the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: SDG3 of Good Health and Wellbeing andSDG5 Gender Equality.

• Dental Nursing Practice 1 (60 Credits)
• Foundations of Dental Nursing (20 Credits)
• Introduction to Biomedical Science and Oral Biology (20 Credits)
• Chairside Support (20 Credits)
• Interprofessional Education (IPE)
• Dental Nursing Practice 2 (60 Credits)
• Managing Patient Care (20 Credits)
• Applied Biomedical Science and Oral Biology (20 Credits)
• Advanced Chairside Support (20 Credits)

Student Perks

• HP laptop and software included with this course for eligible students* (*see eligibility criteria and terms and conditions).
• Northampton Employment Promise to support students in securing employment or further study.

Careers and Employability

On completion of the Foundation Degree in Dental Nursing and registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) allows students to practice as a registered dental care professional within the United Kingdom. For further information, visit the NHS careers website.Extended duties to include:

• Dental radiography
• Oral hygiene education
• Dental sedation
• Special care dental nursing
• Impression Taking
• Fluoride Application

Facilities

• The Learning Hub is at the heart of the campus and home to the student information desk.

Related Courses

• Nursing Associate FdSc
• Adult Nursing BSc (Hons)
• Children and Young People’s Nursing BSc (Hons)
• Learning Disability Nursing BSc (Hons)
• Mental Health Nursing BSc (Hons)
• Health and Social Care Practice BA (Hons)

Is this course for you?

• 94% say staff value students' views and opinions about the course
• 94% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well.
• 90% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.