Dental and Oral Healthcare Preparing for Practice SCQF level 6
This course is your next step towards a rewarding career as a dental care professional. In order to become a dental nurse, you must meet the professional standards governed by the General Dental Council (GDC) which set out the code of conduct, performance, and ethics that govern you as a worker in the sector. To become registered you will have to achieve two qualifications, the SVQ in Dental Nursing and the PDA in Dental Nursing at SCQF Level 7. This course is a natural progression route towards these courses.
This course has been designed to build on the previous NPA at SCQF Level 5 and takes you to the next level of knowledge and skills specific to oral health care. You will learn the legislation, standards, and ethics required for a career in the dental profession as well as the practical skills necessary to effectively and safely care for dental patients. This course is now an Edinburgh College mandatory requirement for progression to SVQ Dental Nursing enabling you to either seek further training and a career in dental nursing or alternatively training and/or employment in related fields. The National Certificate (NC) in Oral Health Care: Preparing for Practice will be awarded on the successful completion of both NPA group awards.
Campus Information
Granton Campus
Based in the North of Edinburgh, our Granton Campus is a modern, practical, accessible building, packed with state of the art facilities. Our ‘Learning Street’ corridors have study spaces and computers as well as an on-site library and resource centre so that our students always have plenty of places to work in groups or individually. The teaching spaces are equipped with data projectors and interactive whiteboards, bringing the most up-to-date technology into the classroom. The campus has fully equipped sports halls, as well as specially equipped spacious art studios, complete with the latest tools and materials to produce a wide range of creative work. Included in our range of excellent learning facilities at Granton Campus is Edinburgh College's Construction Centre for Excellence, based at the Forthside building on West Shore Road. We offer a wide range of modern and traditional construction courses – from glazing, carpentry and stone masonry to conservation and heritage construction skills. Granton also plays host to PASS - one of Scotland’s largest training providers in the performing arts, where many young actors, including Karen Gillan, have studied. The main student social area is known as the ‘Hub’ and is surrounded by a range of college facilities, including student services, the student union and one of our Hair and Beauty Training Salons. There are several places to eat too – as well as the College’s own training restaurant, The Apprentice.?
Intakes
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 25
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
1. Apprenticeships are a great way of getting valuable work experience which can lead to enhanced employment opportunities.
They are a great way to get valuable on hands experience within a workplace while receiving college-based education. Edinburgh College offers a range of apprenticeship options which prepare students for the workplace.
2. Foundation Apprenticeships (SCQF Level 6) are specially designed for S5 & S6 school pupils and combine college learning, qualifications and work experience with top organisations while you are still at school.
Fast track your career with skills and qualifications that employers need. Whether you are looking to go straight into employment, join a full Modern Apprenticeship or start university, a Foundation Apprenticeship can set you apart from the rest.
These are available across a range of disciplines and are suitable for adults of all ages. They provide an entry route into the trades, helping students to develop their skills and build contacts for future employment opportunities. Designed for any age from school leaver onwards, modern apprenticeships can give you real-life skills for work by combining:
- paid employment
- college training and
- an industry-recognised qualification
3. You must be employed to start a modern apprenticeship the training gives you the knowledge and qualifications to develop at your workplace. Edinburgh College currently offers apprenticeship programmes in:
- Automotive
- Engineering
- Fire and Security Systems
- Health & Social Care
- Hospitality
- Life Sciences
- Creative & Digital Media
4. Over 36,000 people in Scotland are currently training for a modern apprenticeship (SDS 2016) and apprenticeship programmes are continuously developing in response to employer and regional demand.
Future-proofing your business is key to growth. Often regarded as the most cost-effective way to hire, apprenticeships allow you to develop the knowledge and skills in your workforce and have technically qualified staff with minimal cost to your business.
PSW Opportunity
- Not Eligible for PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- 12 years of school education with good results in subjects relevant to the course you apply for
- IELTS 5.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component band, or equivalent.
- Students will also be required to meet us for an interview via Skype.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
3600 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A
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