ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION - POST DENTAL NURSING COURSE - NEBDN

• The aetiology of oral disease
• Practical tips on how to prevent oral disease
• Health Promotion
• Planning and evaluating Oral Health Education sessions
• Resources

• Discuss the cause and prevention of specific Oral Diseases
• Demonstrate effective communication skills
• Have awareness of current reports, guidelines and research
• Undertake a written examination to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of Oral Health Education
• Demonstrate competency in providing Oral Health Education to patients through completion of a Record of Competence

The Record of Competence is divided into three parts:

Part A

Practical Competence Assessment Sheets (PCAS)

Candidates must complete the PCAS to provide evidence of their involvement in the oral health care of 7 individuals, (4 of these must be seen on at least two occasions) and you must target at least 5 specified patient groups and all of the topics. The setting should normally be within your own place of work but may be elsewhere if appropriate.

Part B

Case Study

You must choose one patient for the production of a detailed case study; this will demonstrate evidence of further reading and reflective practice. The case study must be between 2250 and 2750 words.

Part C

Supplementary Outcome – Exhibition and record of CPD

The content of the supplementary outcomes will be reviewed regularly by NEBDN but currently include: The production of an exhibition and a record of continuing professional development relating to oral health education e.g. background reading, meetings, courses etc.

NEBDN EXAMINATION

This is a 90 minute written examination composed of two sections:

• Part A – 45 multiple choice questions,(MCQ)
• Part B – 30 extended matching questions,(EMQ)