Middlesbrough,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Cert HE Dental Nurse Practice (DNP) in Sheffield United Kingdom | Teesside University
Teesside University
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Sheffield United Kingdom
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Qualification
Undergraduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
15,000
(c. USD20,013.75)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This program is excellent for those aspiring to build a career as a dental nurse. You'll explore core principles of oral healthcare while acquiring and refining hands-on skills tailored to your field. The curriculum is designed for students seeking professional certification while assisting dental professionals and comforting patients at our training clinic and during externships.
Dental nursing responsibilities encompass:
offering comfort and assistance to patients
setting up and maintaining treatment areas
ensuring rigorous infection prevention standards
aiding in dental X-ray procedures
preparing dental instruments, materials, medications, and equipment
documenting clinical notes dictated by dentists
supporting dental professionals during various procedures.
Like all healthcare workers, dental nurses must uphold the public's considerable trust and expectations. Success in this field requires demonstrating the fundamental NHS values:
collaborative patient care
respect for all individuals
dedication to treatment excellence
empathy
enhancing patient wellbeing
inclusive practice.
During clinical rotations, students may need to accommodate varying shift schedules, including potential weekend assignments.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
You are expected to have:
recent Level 3 Academic Study
a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English language, maths and science. Key Skills/Functional Skills Level 2 in Communication and Application of Number can be accepted in place of English and Maths GCSE. Please note these are not required if you are doing an Access course however, you must have English and maths as listed below.*
Plus any of the following qualifications:
GCE and VCE Advanced Level
32-48 points from one A level in a science-based subject, or equivalent T levels. AS levels are not acceptable.
BTEC QCF Extended Diploma
48 points (PPP) in a science, health or dental subject.
CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
72 points (d) in health and social care.
Foundation degree
A pass in a science, health or dental subject.
Irish Leaving Certificate
32-48 points from two or three Highers/Honours subjects.
NVQ
Level 3 in a science or health and social care qualification.
Open University
K101 An Introduction to Health and Social Care or SK277 Biology.
Scottish Highers
42 points from two Highers.
Advanced Scottish Highers
40 points from one Advanced Higher.
The selection process includes shortlisting of your application, following which, if successful you will be invited for an interview.
Trinity Integrated Skills in English - ISE III Pass
Cambridge English scale - 185
International applicants must have IELTS 7.0 with a minimal score of 6.5 in all sections before an unconditional offer is made
recent Level 3 Academic Study
a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English language, maths and science. Key Skills/Functional Skills Level 2 in Communication and Application of Number can be accepted in place of English and Maths GCSE. Please note these are not required if you are doing an Access course however, you must have English and maths as listed below.*
Plus any of the following qualifications:
GCE and VCE Advanced Level
32-48 points from one A level in a science-based subject, or equivalent T levels. AS levels are not acceptable.
BTEC QCF Extended Diploma
48 points (PPP) in a science, health or dental subject.
CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
72 points (d) in health and social care.
Foundation degree
A pass in a science, health or dental subject.
Irish Leaving Certificate
32-48 points from two or three Highers/Honours subjects.
NVQ
Level 3 in a science or health and social care qualification.
Open University
K101 An Introduction to Health and Social Care or SK277 Biology.
Scottish Highers
42 points from two Highers.
Advanced Scottish Highers
40 points from one Advanced Higher.
The selection process includes shortlisting of your application, following which, if successful you will be invited for an interview.
Trinity Integrated Skills in English - ISE III Pass
Cambridge English scale - 185
International applicants must have IELTS 7.0 with a minimal score of 6.5 in all sections before an unconditional offer is made
Tuition
GBP
15,000