The FGDP(UK) offers a range of opportunities for dental care professionals (DCPs)
Key Skills in Primary Dental Care Assessment for DCPs
A distance learning CPD programme in the skills identified by the FGDP(UK) as vital to a high standard of patient care. DCPs present a portfolio of evidence reflecting on their own activities and working practices relating to each Key Skill. This programme carries up to 80 hours of CPD and subject areas covered include medical emergencies, infection control, radiography and dental materials.
Who can take part?
All DCPs on GDC Register of Dental Care Professionals, practice managers and dental receptionists.
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Reflection in Practice for DCPs
Participants will in this online programme be able to develop reflective skills that are essential to both further learning and continual improvement in patient care. They will have the opportunity to present their reflection for assessment and those that are successful will receive a certificate of completion with 10 hours of verifiable CPD.
Who can take part?
All DCPs on GDC Register of Dental Care Professionals, practice managers and dental receptionists.
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Team in Practice journal
The FGDP(UK) quarterly journal for the dental team. This educational journal uses workplace-based scenarios to highlight the importance of the dental team working together effectively in the provision of patient care. The journal benefits individual DCPs but is also an ideal training tool for those who have responsibilities in training and education. DCP members of the FGDP(UK) may also gain up to 12 hours verifiable CPD per year through the online CPD exercises that accompany the journal.
Who can take part?
All members of the FGDP(UK) receive Team in Practice quarterly as a membership benefit. To find out more about DCP affiliate membership of the FGDP(UK), click here.
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FGDP(UK) Diploma in Dental Health Services Leadership and Management
A part-time modular programme in leadership and management that is specifically aimed at those involved in the provision of dental care. The programme is taught at weekends and is therefore ideal for busy dental professionals who need to minimise their time away from work. Successful completion of the programme leads to the award of a postgraduate qualification.
Who can take part?
Anyone in the dental profession who would benefit from developing knowledge and skills in the management of dental healthcare services.
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FGDP(UK) Certificate in Appraisal of Dental Practices
A training programme designed to enable dental professionals to deliver effective quality assurance assessment and advice in a primary dental care setting. This programme is ideal for members of the dental profession involved in using appraisal and quality assurance systems.
Who can take part:
Anyone in the dental profession with an interest in quality assurance and appraisal.
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FGDP(UK) Certificate in Mentoring in Dentistry
A three day certificate programme to develop both skills and theoretical knowledge of mentoring. Mentoring is becoming an increasingly valuable skill in dentistry which can, at times, be a challenging profession. Mentoring skills can enable colleagues to support each other and engage with other dental professionals - ultimately benefiting patients.
Who can take part:
Anyone in the dental profession who would benefit from developing their skills in mentoring
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Routes to registration with the GDC
The FGDP(UK) is the awarding body for a number of diplomas to allow registration with the General Dental Council.
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