Why Study Oral Health Education?

BENEFITS FOR YOU

Knowledge in the field of dental health is changing rapidly and there is a great deal to learn. Patients need dental health professionals who have been trained to communicate this knowledge in a way they can understand. This is where the trained OHE comes in.

The General Dental Council has also made the registration of Dental Care Professionals (DCPs) mandatory (from July 2008). As part of registration, Dental Nurses are expected to show Continuing Professional Development (CPD). The Oral Health Education qualification has been approved by the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners for 45 hours accredited learning.

The qualification will...

	Reinforce your advice and demonstration of techniques
	Educate patients in a non-threatening environment
	Show your commitment to prevention of oral disease

BENEFITS FOR YOUR PRACTICE

The Oral Health Education qualification can enhance the services offered by your Practice.

Your skills will...

	Improve the profitability of hygiene aids in your practice
	Promote cosmetic treatments offered by the practice
	Reduce expenses by teaching preventative measures
	Complement the role of the hygienist