Program Overview

Program Overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Conscious Sedation in Dentistry is an 18-month part-time course aimed at primary care dental practitioners. The course provides support for patients with dental anxiety and equips dentists with the knowledge, skills, and experience to safely and independently use conscious sedation techniques in their clinics.

Course Details

• Awards: NFQ Level 9
• Next Intake: January 2026
• Course Coordinator: Amy Fisher
• Course Director: Dr. Mary Clarke / Dr. Alison Dougall
• Closing Date: 31st July 2025

Admission Requirements

Applicants must possess a dental degree that enables registration with the Dental Council in Ireland. Entry to training in conscious sedation in dentistry would normally follow a two-year period of general professional training post-graduation. Applicants will also need to include an additional 300-word statement indicating why they wish to undertake the course.

English Language Requirements

All applicants to Trinity are required to provide official evidence of proficiency in the English language. Applicants to this course are required to meet Band C (Higher Entry) English language requirements.

Career Opportunities

Completion of this course allows qualified dentists to advance their professional development to include conscious sedation on patients.

Course Fees

For a full list of postgraduate fees, refer to the relevant section of the university's website.

Related Courses

• Dental Surgery (D.Ch.Dent.)