COMING SOON 2025

Awarded by: Delta Awards
Course Duration: 9 – 12 months
Credits: 30
Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 300


Price £850 (£100 deposit, 5 x £150)

Course Overview

This specialist course is designed for registered dental nurses who assist with orthodontic procedures and want to deepen their understanding and clinical confidence in this area. Whether you're looking to enhance your current role or take a step forward in your professional development, this course provides the foundation to work more effectively with orthodontic patients.

Who is this course for?

This programme is ideal for:

  • GDC-registered dental nurses
  • Those currently assisting with orthodontic patients
  • Professionals seeking a recognised post-qualification certificate in orthodontic nursing

Note: Candidates must be working in a practice that offers orthodontic treatments and must have the full support of their employer to complete the clinical components of the course.

Course Structure

The course is delivered across eight comprehensive modules, supported by:

  • Written course content
  • Access to scheduled 1:1 tutorials with your course tutor (on request)
  • A workplace-based learning approach, allowing you to apply knowledge directly to
    your practice

Assessment Breakdown

To achieve the certificate, learners must complete all three assessment components:

  • Workplace Portfolio of Evidence – 50%
    Demonstrate your practical involvement in different stages of orthodontic care
    through real patient cases.
  • Case Study – 20%
    Submit a detailed case study reflecting your knowledge and application of orthodontic
    nursing practice.
  • Final Exam – 30%
    A 60-minute written examination covering all key subjects studied throughout the
    course.

✅ A pass is required in all components to be awarded the certificate.

Resit and Extension Policy

  • Candidates are entitled to two attempts at the final examination.
  • A limited course extension may be granted to amend or resubmit case study or portfolio elements. ( contact us for further details)

Practical Skills Component

As part of the course, learners must demonstrate:

  • Taking dental impressions and/or intraoral digital scans
  • Capturing orthodontic photography These are essential skills required for assisting in modern orthodontic care.

Outcome

Upon successful completion, you will receive a Level 3 Certificate in Orthodontic Nursing Practice, awarded by Delta Awards – a recognised qualification that enhances your clinical scope and employability in specialist practices.

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