BSc Dental Nursing

Overview

This three-year degree course enables you to study a university-validated qualification in a vibrant and innovative college environment based at our Coatbridge Campus. At the heart of the degree is a commitment to excellence in education and patient care. You will be joining an award-winning learning community where you will be taught by experienced staff dedicated to providing personalized learning, guidance, and mentorship to help you thrive academically and professionally.

Entry

Successful completion of:

• Level 6 in Dental Nursing

or

• Applications will be considered on an individual basis to reflect experience and qualifications. Two Higher Grades at C or above would be advantageous.    

Your place on the course will also be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check in the form of an Enhanced PVG organised and paid for by the college.

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Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare that will allow you to excel and become a highly sought after valued member of the dental health care team? If yes, the University of the West of Scotland, BSc in Dental Nursing is for you. Through a combination of classroom learning, hands-on training, and clinical placements, you will develop the confidence and competence needed to excel in diverse dental environments. 

• Year 1- Certificate of Higher Education in Dental Nursing 
  Full time: 4 days-2 days per week campus attendance and 2 days per week in placement 
  
  You will develop knowledge and skills related to the role of a dental nurse. This includes dental anatomy and physiology, infection control procedures, dental materials, radiography, and patient care techniques. You will also be required to complete supervised clinical placements to gain practical experience in a dental practice setting. Following successful completion of year 1 you will be qualified as a dental nurse and must register with the General Dental Council.   
  
  
• Year 2- Diploma of Higher Education in Dental Nursing   
  Full time: 4 days-2 days per week campus attendance and 2 days per week in placement  
  
  You will develop knowledge and skills as you undertake the following modules: Academic Skills for Dental Nurses, Oral Health Promotion with Technology, Anatomy and Imaging in Dental Practice, Promoting Inclusion in Oral Health, Therapeutic Interventions in Health Care.
  
  Supervised clinical placement will continue to develop practical experience in a dental practice setting.  
  
  
• Year 3- BSc in Dental Nursing   
  Full time: 4 days-2 days per week campus attendance and 2 days per week in placement
  
  You will develop knowledge and skills as you undertake the following modules: Complex Oral Health Care, Research for Dental Practice, Technology in Dentistry, Professional Development of ASPIRE, Leadership and Management in Dental Practice, Dental Nursing Additional Skills and Computer Aided Design for the Dental Team.
  
  Supervised clinical placement will continue to develop practical experience in a dental practice setting.  

Students will be trained in the College’s state-of-the-art dental facilities, which opened in 2016. To view the state of the art facilities offered at NCL access the following link https://youtu.be/jGWDIxXhnh 

Overview

The degree programme in Dental Nursing is the first of its kind for the industry – offering students the opportunity to study a university-validated qualification in a vibrant and innovative college environment. The course has been purposefully designed in response to demand from industry professionals to provide a programme of study for dental nurses to future-proof their career and place them at the same level as other professional groups within a dental team.

This degree is validated by the University of the West of Scotland (UWS).

Entry

To apply for the BSc Dental Nursing programme you must:

• Be registered with the General Dental Council
• Hold an HNC in Dental Nursing (120 credit points) plus an additional 120 credit points gained via successful completion of Professional Development Awards relevant to the dental profession or hold an HND in Dental Nursing or equivalence (240 credit points)
• Be employed as a dental nurse or have a placement in a dental practice 
• Have the support of a GDC registered dentist or dental nurse who holds a BSc in Dental Nursing who will act as a mentor.

Please note:

• Participation at an information session, skills assessment and interview forms part of the selection criteria.

• Access on to this course will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check in the form of an Enhanced PVG.  

• A financial payment of £50 will be made by each student as a contribution towards PVGs, uniform and health clearance checks (this can be made in instalments or a one-off payment)

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Year 3- BSc in Dental Nursing   
Full time: 4 days-2 days per week campus attendance and 2 days per week in placement

You will develop knowledge and skills as you undertake the following modules: Complex Oral Health Care, Research for Dental Practice, Technology in Dentistry, Professional Development of ASPIRE, Leadership and Management in Dental Practice, Dental Nursing Additional Skills and Computer Aided Design for the Dental Team.

Supervised clinical placement will continue to develop practical experience in a dental practice setting.  

Students will be trained in the College’s state-of-the-art dental facilities, which opened in 2016. To view the state of the art facilities offered at NCL access the following link https://youtu.be/jGWDIxXhnh