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Postgraduate Certificate leading to an MSc in Primary Dental Care
The Kent Centre for Dentistry (University of Kent) and the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) have collaborated in the development of an exciting and innovative new Masters level programme in primary dental care.
 Visit the MSc programme in primary dental care section
Duration: Part-time over one (certificate), two (diploma) or three (MSc) years
Location: University of Kent's Canterbury or Medway campuses, and The Royal College of Surgeons of England in London
Suitability: GDPs should have a working environment that enables the study and completion of selected modules, and have current membership of the FGDP(UK)
Closing date: July 2009 - exact date to be confirmed (Starts Autumn 2009) |
The programme, which leads to an MSc in Primary Dental Care,
aims to provide students with the opportunity to:
- Assess and raise the standards of patient care through workplace-based learning
- Critically review outcomes of care delivered through informed research and audit
- Enhance skills in clinical and non-clinical disciplines.
View the MSc programme prospectus
| "A highly flexible programme designed to enhance the personal and professional skills of the primary care dentist, allowing the practitioner to more effectively meet the changing needs of a modern primary care service." |
Application form
Letter to applicants
Diploma in Implant Dentistry
This successful and highly regarded programme offers dentists the ultimate training in implant dentistry from an established teaching faculty that includes experts in the field.
Visit the implant diploma section
Duration: Part-time over two years
Locations: London - The Royal College of Surgeons of England
Leeds - Leeds Dental Institute
Suitability: GDPs are expected to be working in an environment with access to a broad range of implant cases
Closing dates:
Leeds September 2010: 14 May 2010. Please contact the FGDP(UK) for further details.
Applications for the London February 2010 intake are now closed. |
This two-year teaching programme features a hands-on practical component, with emphasis on workplace-based training. Participants have the opportunity to further develop their experience and skills under the supervision of experienced tutors, whilst maintaining a commitment to practice.
View the implant diploma prospectus
View the implant diploma FAQ
| "On completion of this programme, the participant will have gained the knowledge and skills required for modern implantology. They will be able to define the most suitable treatment for every individual, communicate with patients in order to outline the benefits of the proposed treatment, and skilfully carry out those required procedures to a high standard with predictability of outcome." |
Letter to applicants Leeds
Application form Leeds
Application form Leeds (e-mailable)
Diploma in Restorative Dentistry
Applications are now open for the London 2010 intake of the FDGP(UK) Diploma in Retorative Dentistry. The closing date for applications has been extended until 8th March 2010. This programme enables practitioners to be accredited for gaining enhanced skills in restorative dentistry in a structured and progressive environment, and with minimal time away from practice.
Visit the restorative diploma section
Duration: Part-time over two years
Locations: Manchester - Mandec
London - The Royal College of Surgeons of England and Guy's Hospital
Suitability: GDPs will need to have been two years' qualified and be working environment with access to a broad range of restorative cases
Closing dates: London: Extended until 8th March 2010
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Running successfully for four years, the programme offers a strong support base throughout, combining both interactive contact and distance learning, as well as workplace-based training. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics essential to the further development of treatment planning and associated clinical skills, with the opportunity to focus on periodontics, endodontics or aesthetic dentistry during the second year.
View the restorative diploma prospectus
| "The strength of the programme lies in the fact that it is mentored by tutors with excellent grounding in the subject, and in its modern educational approach. There is good support from the FGDP(UK), and the course has appropriate academic vetting and approval, with the potential to lead to a masters-level qualification." |
Letter to applicants London
Application form London
Diploma in Dental Health Services Leadership and Management
Applications are invited for the FGDP(UK) Diploma in Dental Health Services Leadership and Management. This diploma is available to all members of the dental team wishing to further their skills in the operational and strategic management of dental services.
Visit the Diploma in Dental Health Services Leadership
and Management section
Duration: Part-time over two to three years
Location: Gatwick – Holiday Inn; Harrogate – White Hart Hotel
Suitability: Suitable for all dental team members
Closing date for all 8 modules starting in April 2010: 12 February 2010. Applications for only 2 modules are ongoing.
Check the Diploma in Dental Health Services Leadership and Management section for the next course dates |
The programme is designed to help dental professionals to develop the knowledge and competencies necessary to manage dental healthcare provision services effectively, and to contribute more fully to the development of oral health policy, both nationally and locally. The course is expected to be particularly useful for those involved in the management of dental services in primary care trusts or dental bodies corporate. Candidates can minimise the time spent out of practice by choosing to take the part-time course in either Harrogate or Gatwick.
View the Diploma in Dental Health Services Leadership
and Management prospectus
| "A dynamic course, constantly evolving to meet the needs of busy practitioners in the ever-changing world of dentistry." |
Application form
Certificate Courses
Certificate in Appraisal of Dental Practices
Applications are invited for the FGDP(UK) Certificate in Appraisal of Dental Practices. This is a broad-based qualification which is open to all dental care professionals, and which aims to enable effective practice appraisal in a primary dental care setting using any appraisal or quality assurance system.
Visit the Certificate in Appraisal of Dental Practices section
Duration: Three days over 9 months
Location: London - The Royal College of Surgeons of England unless advertised as a different location
Suitability: Suitable for all dental team members, especially practice assessors and dental advisers
Closing date: Applications are ongoing; check the Certificate in Appraisal of Dental Practices section for the next course dates |
In both the private sector and the NHS, modern primary care dentistry relies on a network of advisers from a number of different organisations to check for compliance with current legislation and professional guidelines. This course provides a formalised and accredited training programme to allow appropriately skilled assessors to undertake effective and efficient practice visits, with the ultimate objective of enhancing standards of patient care.
View the Certificate in Appraisal of Dental Practices prospectus
| "This is an interactive course with opportunities to improve on interpersonal skills, while delivering the knowledge and expertise necessary to carry out practice appraisals to a recognised and high standard." |
Application form
Letter to applicants
Frequently asked questions and answers
Certificate in Mentoring in Dentistry
Applications are invited for the FGD(UK) Certificate in Mentoring in Dentistry. This is a three day certificate programme (30 postgraduate credits for Career Pathway) which is open to all registred Dental Professionals and anyone working in dentistry who would benefit from developing their skills in Mentoring.
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Duration: Three days over three months
Dates: 7th & 8th May 2010- days 1 & 2; 2nd July 2010- day 3
Location: Warwick Conference Centre, Warwick University
Suitability: Suitable for all dental team members
Closing date:
12 March 2010. Please contact the FGDP(UK) for further details.
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Mentoring is becoming an increasingly valuable skill in dentistry, which can at times be a challenging profession. Dental professionals working in primary dental care often make vital decisions about their patients and career development in relative isolation. Mentoring skills can enable colleagues to support each other and engaged and well-supported dental professionals ultimately benefit patients.
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Courses for Dental Care Professionals
In addition to the Certificate in Appraisal of Dental Practices and Certificate in Dental Health Services Leadership and Management listed above, the FGDP(UK) also awards the following qualifications for dental care professionals (DCPs):
- Diploma in Dental Hygiene
- Diploma in Dental Therapy
- Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology
- Key Skills in Primary Dental Care assessment
For more details on these assessments, and on the RCSEng Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy, please visit the DCP Examinations and Training page.
Contact the FGDP(UK)
Information on the courses, including application forms, are available on this page.
However, should you have any further questions or queries, please contact the Education Department on 020 7869 6758 or fgdp@rcseng.ac.uk
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