Treatment Coordination
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the role of the Treatment Coordinator (TCO) within modern UK dentistry. Learners will explore the evolution of the TCO role, its purpose within the patient journey, and its contribution to both patient care and practice success. The course examines the key responsibilities, skills, and professional standards required of a Treatment Coordinator, including effective communication, patient support, case acceptance, financial discussions, and ethical considerations.
Outcomes
This module will help you:
•Understand the development of the TCO role
•Understand the purpose and responsibilities of a TCO
•Develop understanding of patient communication and care support
•Understand financial and ethical responsibilities
•Understand case acceptance and practice performance
•Understand administrative and organisational functions
•Understand training, regulation, and professional expectations
•Understand the modern and evolving TCO role
Aims
The aim of this course is to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the Treatment Coordinator (TCO) role within modern UK dentistry, including its development, responsibilities, required skills, regulatory considerations, and its impact on patient care, communication, and dental practice performance.
This module will provide 1 hour of GDC Verifiable CPD
This module relates to GDC development outcomes A,B,C,D
Last review: May 2026
Next Review: May 2027
Details
- Verified hours: 1 hours
- GDC outcomes: A,B,C,D