Educating the next generation: the changing landscape for dental and clinical dental technicians and the impact of new GDC learning outcomes
17 May 2025
DTS Lecture Theatre
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Learning Content
The presentation will allow delegates to identify current training courses for Dental Technicians and Clinical Dental Technicians and understand the evolving landscape. Additionally, the presentation will discuss the new GDC learning outcomes (The Safe Practitioner) and how they impact the delivery of these education programmes.
- 1. Identify existing education pathways for Dental Technicians and Clinical Dental Technicians within the UK
- 2. Identify changes in the availability of courses and who they suit.
- 3. Identify how the new GDC learning outcomes (The Safe Practitioner: A framework of behaviours and outcomes for dental professional education) impacts the delivery of these education programmes.
Aims
1. Identify UK education providers
2. Explain the available courses and how they are evolving
3. Discuss the different entry requirements
4. Explain variations in course delivery
5. Identify opportunities for post qualification development
6. Explain the new GDC learning outcomes (The Safe Practitioner) and how they impact the training of dental technicians
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