As Halloween approaches, there’s one thing scarier than ghosts and ghouls - skills gaps in your dental team! Whether you're a GDC-registered Dental Nurse looking to expand your scope of practice, or a dental practice owner or manager wanting to future-proof your workforce, our post-registration qualifications in Dental Radiography and Orthodontic Nursing can help to upskill your team.
Certificate in Dental Radiography
Next start date: 17th January 2026
Duration: 9 months | Cost: £650 + VAT | Delivered online and in-practice
Our Certificate in Dental Radiography, certificated by the College of Radiographers, is one of the UK’s most popular post-registration courses for Dental Nurses. It empowers Nurses to confidently take radiographs in practice under prescription, interpret radiographic images for diagnostic quality, and contribute to superior diagnostic outcomes in dental settings
Why Dental Nurses love this course:
- Learn how to take a range of radiographs safely and effectively.
- Understand radiation properties, safety protocols, and relevant legislation.
- Gain hands-on experience through supervised online and in-practice training.
- Complete the course in just 9 months.
Practice owners and managers take note:
This qualification not only boosts your team's diagnostic capabilities but also improves workflow efficiency and patient care. Plus, it’s delivered online - so your Dental Nurses can train without disrupting their roles.
Certificate in Orthodontic Nursing
Next start date: 4th April 2026
Duration: 12 months | Cost: £850 + VAT + £210 exam fee | Delivered via monthly online webinars
Our Certificate in Orthodontic Nursing, awarded by the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN), equips Dental Nurses with the skills and knowledge to assist in orthodontic procedures in surgery and manage orthodontic patients confidently.
What Dental Nurses will gain:
- Deep understanding of orthodontic appliances, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary care.
- Skills in orthodontic records, cross-infection control, and patient education.
- Ability to take clinical photographs, cephalometric tracing, taking impressions, casting study models and contributing to fitting and adjusting orthodontic appliances.
For practice owners and managers:
This course is ideal for practices offering orthodontic services or planning to expand. Upskilling your team in-house means better patient support and reduced reliance on external referrals.
Why choose Tempdent?
- Expert-led training from experienced tutors.
- Flexible online delivery to suit busy schedules.
- Recognised qualifications that enhance career progression and tackle Dental Nurse retention issues.
- Supportive learning environment with monthly webinars and tutor guidance.
Don’t let skills gaps haunt your practice this season!
Want to know more about these courses?
Download the course brochures here.
Register your interest in the Certificate in Radiography here.
Register your interest in the Certificate in Orthodontic Nursing here.
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