Dental Nursing

About this course

Dental nursing is a skilled clinical profession that sits at the heart of the dental care team, ensuring that dental procedures are carried out safely, efficiently, and with the highest standards of patient care. Dental nurses assist dentists and dental hygienists throughout clinical procedures, manage the clinical environment, support patients who may be anxious or in discomfort, and maintain the infection control and record-keeping standards on which safe dental practice depends. It is a role that requires both technical knowledge and genuine interpersonal skill, combining precise practical work with compassionate patient communication. At the University of Northampton, this two-year full-time programme provides the clinical knowledge and professional training needed to enter this regulated healthcare profession. You will study the anatomy of the head, neck, and oral cavity, the range

Where its graduates go

The 2 largest scored destinations, covering 100% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 6 / 100Caring personal services · 80% of graduatescards →
• 5 / 100Elementary occupations · 20% of graduatescards →

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