Program Overview

Program Overview

The Practical Aspects of Root Canal Therapy course is a 20-credit microcredential program that introduces participants to a range of root canal preparation systems, including both rotary and reciprocating techniques. The program aims to equip students with the skills to evaluate and select appropriate tools for their clinical practice.

Course Details

• Duration: 9 months
• Delivery Format: Online and in-person
• Start Date: October 2025
• Award: Microcredential (20 credits)
• Campus: Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Course Content

The program includes revision lectures, tutorials, and hands-on practical sessions. A residential week is part of the course, where practical sessions are held, focusing on key topics such as vital pulp therapy and regenerative endodontic procedures.

Learning Outcomes

On completion, participants should be able to:

• Demonstrate competency in techniques of accessing and preparing a root canal.
• Appraise the concept of tapers, canal complex anatomy, and the systems available to help prepare root canals.
• Show knowledge of different obturation techniques and decision-making on choosing the right technique for each specific case.

Assessment

• Practical: 50%
• Unseen Case: 25%
• Journal Presentation: 25%

Assessment Details

• The practical assessment is undertaken over 3 hours and includes a reflection of the session.
• The unseen case assessment is undertaken over 15 minutes of exam with 15 minutes of preparation.
• The journal presentation is 15 minutes with 10 minutes of questions.

Teaching Staff

• Professor Josette Camilleri: Clinical Professor of Endodontics and Applied Materials

Entry Requirements

Students must meet prequalification requirements, including completion of the following courses:

• Endodontic Diagnosis and Vital Pulp Therapy
• Root Canal Therapy

Fees and Scholarships

• Fees for 2025 Entry: Microcredential (Home and International): £1,288.88

Application Process

• Applicants eligible for Home fees must apply a minimum of 6 weeks before the module start date.
• Applicants eligible for Overseas fees must apply a minimum of 3 months before the module start date.

Why Choose a Postgraduate Microcredential Short Course?

• Microcredentials offer the perfect opportunity to boost your CV without the commitment of a full degree.
• They can be used as standalone credentials with some also counting as academic credits at postgraduate level.
• Add a postgraduate level qualification to your CV.
• Develop the specialist skills you need for your career goals.
• Alumni status with the University of Birmingham.
• Learners will have the same access to student support and campus facilities as students on full degree programs.