This course provides a comprehensive insight into NHS dental services, focusing on structures, strategic roles, and service integration.
Gain the knowledge needed to navigate NHS dental structures effectively, engage with integrated care systems, and enhance patient care in the UK.
Key areas of focus include:
Understanding the NHS structure and its impact on dental services across the UK.
The role of Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) and Boards in commissioning dental services.
Engaging with Local Dental Networks (LDNs) and Managed Clinical Networks (MCNs) for specialist care integration.
Navigating differences in NHS dental services between England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Public health and oral health improvement strategies within the NHS framework.
This course equips dental professionals to align their practice with NHS goals, secure contracts effectively, and contribute positively to public oral health.
Member Feedback on Understanding NHS Dental Services
Extremely detailed and insightful course on NHS structures and dental integration.
Great module to understand the complexities of NHS dental contracts and operations.
Informative content that enhances strategic engagement with NHS bodies.
A well-organised course that clarifies regional differences in NHS dentistry.
Comprehensive and practical module to improve service delivery in a NHS context.
Your Professional Development Plan: Regulatory authorities recommend that CPD/CE is undertaken based on learning needs that you have identified and entered into your PDP. Some authorities may not accept your CPD as verifiable unless it has been identified in the PDP before you undertake it.
Here is an example, using the GDC's recommended format, for a PDP entry for this course.
PDP Learning or Maintenance need
Comprehensive understanding of NHS dental services, structures, and the strategic role of dental professionals within the NHS.
How does this relate to my field of practice?
This knowledge is essential for dental professionals to effectively navigate NHS structures, secure contracts, and contribute to improving public oral health.
Which GDC development outcome(s) does it link to?
A B D
What benefit will this have to my work?
By deepening my understanding of NHS dental services, I can:
Align my practice with NHS goals and secure contracts effectively.
Engage with Integrated Care Systems and Local Dental Networks for better service delivery.
Enhance patient care by understanding referral pathways and specialist services.
Contribute to public health initiatives and address oral health inequalities.
Navigate regional differences within the UK to ensure compliance and optimal service delivery.
How will I meet this learning or maintenance need?
I plan to achieve this by completing the 'Understanding NHS Dental Services' course on Dentaljuce, focusing on NHS structure, integrated care systems, public health strategies, and regulatory requirements.
When will I complete this by?
2025
PDP Learning or Maintenance need
Effective navigation and engagement with NHS dental structures and services.
How does this relate to my field of practice?
Vital for professional integration and service enhancement in NHS settings.
Which GDC development outcome(s) does it link to?
A B D
What benefit will this have to my work?
Improved operational understanding, effective collaboration with NHS bodies, and enhanced patient care.
How will I meet this learning or maintenance need?
Complete the 'Understanding NHS Dental Services' course and engage with practical strategies for NHS integration.
When will I complete this by?
2025
Understanding NHS Dental Services
This online learning course has clear and concise aims, objectives and anticipated outcomes, listed below. These will appear on the Dentaljuce Enhanced CPD Certificate, along with the time spent, dates, and detailed topics you studied within the module. Certificates can be printed at any time, covering any range of dates. Dentaljuce CPD complies with the UK GDC's requirements for enhanced verifiable continuing professional development.
Aim:
The aim of the learning and teaching materials in this Dentaljuce module is to develop learners' professional knowledge, understanding, and competence in navigating the NHS dental landscape, highlighting the strategic roles dental professionals play and integrating services to enhance public oral health.
Objective:
to update dental professionals with the latest developments in NHS dental services and integrated care systems.
Anticipated learning outcomes:
The learner will:
Understand the structure and function of the NHS and its impact on dental services.
Know the roles of Integrated Care Systems and Boards in commissioning dental services.
Understand Local Dental Networks and Managed Clinical Networks' contributions to specialist services.
Recognise the importance of engaging with regulatory bodies to maintain professional standards.
Enhance public health outcomes by integrating oral health initiatives with wider NHS strategies.
GDC Outcomes: A,B,D
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Aim
The aim of the learning and teaching materials in this Dentaljuce module is to develop learners' professional knowledge, understanding, and competence in navigating the NHS dental landscape, highlighting the strategic roles dental professionals play and integrating services to enhance public oral health.
Course objective
to update dental professionals with the latest developments in NHS dental services and integrated care systems.
Anticipated learning outcomes:
Understand the structure and function of the NHS and its impact on dental services.
Know the roles of Integrated Care Systems and Boards in commissioning dental services.
Understand Local Dental Networks and Managed Clinical Networks' contributions to specialist services.
Recognise the importance of engaging with regulatory bodies to maintain professional standards.
Enhance public health outcomes by integrating oral health initiatives with wider NHS strategies.
GDC Development Outcomes
This CPD will support the learner in meeting the following GDC Development Outcome(s): A, B, D.
With enhanced CPD Certificates. Dentaljuce is brought to you by the award winning Masters team from the School of Dentistry, University of Birmingham, UK. All have won awards for web based learning and teaching and are recognised as leaders and innovators in this field, as well as being highly experienced clinical teachers. Full access to over 150 courses, no extras to pay.
Student Membership
No Certificates. With universities cutting down on traditional lectures, many students are currently having to rely more on online resources. If you don't need CPD Certificates, we are offering an amazing discount on your Dentaljuce personal membership fee. Special student price just £29 for 12 months individual membership.
