Fluoride Varnish Application
NEBDN’s new qualification in Fluoride Varnish Application provides dental nurses with an educational experience in knowledge, critical understanding, intellectual skills, practical skills and personal attitude. This will enable them to provide effective fluoride varnish application within a community-based programme and/or on prescription from a dentist or as part of a structured dental health programme.
NEBDN’s Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application is a versatile qualification that can be undertaken either in conjunction with the NEBDN Certificate in Oral Health Education, or, as a standalone qualification. Should a registered dental nurse wish to combine the two, please also refer to the NEBDN Certificate in Oral Health Education.
Who is it for?
This qualification is suitable for GDC registered dental nurses assisting their dentist in fluoride application. The qualification supports dental nurse development both professionally and on a personal level; developing self-confidence and self-belief. Through enhancing your skills, you will gain further respect from dentists and hygienists with whom you work as part of a team educating and improving the oral health of patients.
Record of Competence
To achieve a certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application you are required to complete a work-based Record of Competence (RoC). There are two sections to the RoC:
- Practical Competence Assessment Sheets (PCAS)
- Supplementary outcomes
Examination
There is no examination required for this qualification.
Award of qualification
In order to be awarded this qualification, you must:
- Complete and satisfy the requirements of the RoC