Certificate in Oral Health Education
An oral health educator has an important and valuable role within a dental practice to promote good oral health care and work with patients to help prevent oral disease. The Certificate in Oral Health Education is specifically designed to equip a Dental Nurse wishing to develop professionally to become an oral health educator, with the knowledge and skills required to be able to effectively deliver oral health care messages, educate various patient groups and have the ability to adapt information and communication to the specific needs of the patient.
Learn about the Cavity Training Oral Health Education Course
The Certificate in Oral Health Education is a level 4 post-registration qualification awarded by the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEEDN). This course is designed to provide Dental Nurses with the educational experience, including the knowledge, critical understanding, intellectual skills, practical skills, and personal attitude to enable them to provide effective oral health education for dental patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the course?
The course duration is 9 months.
What is the study method?
Our Course is delivered via live training webinars with specialist dental nurse tutors. Lessons are for 2 hours 1 evening per week for the first 4 months, and drop-in support sessions every 2 weeks until ROC completion.
Is there an exam at the end?
Yes, there is a 90-minute written examination composed of two sections:
- Part A- 45 multiple choice questions (MCQ)
- Part B- 30 extended matching questions (EMT)
Examinations are held twice a year in March and September.
Meet your trainer
Meet your dedicated and experienced Learning and Skills Tutor, Denise Blakie. You’re in very capable hands. She’s here to guide you through this learning journey. So, let’s get started. Your tutor can’t wait to meet you!
Denise Blakie
I have enjoyed a long-varied career. I take pride in seeing others develop and achieve their goals.
I have been in training for almost 20 years ensuring quality of programmes, developing and delivering level 3 & 4 Dental Nursing courses and FS Maths. Before teaching & gaining my Certificate in Education, Internal Quality Assurance & Assessors awards, I completed my Dental nurse training in an NHS practice then went on to specialised job roles in Oral Health Education, Epidemiology, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Orthodontics within community & hospital settings. Worked as a civilian Dental Nurse/OHE/trainer for the Ministry of Defence. Post qualifications in Sedation. OHE and Dental Radiography.
I enjoy walking my 2 crazy springer spaniels, going away in our campervan & on holidays abroad.
Testimonials
We found Cavity to be amazing help. They listen to your needs and go above and beyond to get you the trainee that you need.
I did my course years ago. It was classroom based one night per week. I think I would prefer to be more ‘hands on’ like it is now. Cavity really are a great company to work for. I truly believe that there expertise will ensure the next generation are amazing!
I did mine over an apprenticeship but the company my employer used wasn’t great and I didn’t get much support. Although I passed I can only imagine the length that Cavity have gone to to ensure that the students feel supported. As an employee, its super!