Dental Practice Manager Courses

The Dental Practice Managers qualification is a 15-18 month government funded course and is accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management, offering a formal qualification for Dental Practice Managers.

We deliver this course via our online blended learning platform via a combination of classroom/webinar training, regional workshops and workplace based assessments.

This qualification is comprised of 4 main components:

  • The level 4 ILM Certificate in Leadership and Management
  • Portfolio of workplace activity
  • End Point Assessment – consisting on a synoptic project and interview
  • Functional Skills English and Maths level 2 qualifications if undertaken as an apprenticeship (unless exempt - typical exemptions include Maths and English GCSEs grade A-C

This course is suitable for candidates employed as a Dental Practice Manager or Trainee Practice Managers for a minimum of 30 hours per week and no formal qualifications are required, however you should have sound knowledge of English and mathematics. Download the brochure 

Course Fees - Payable by Employer

Apprentice Age Non-levy SME  Levy (payroll of £3M plus per year)
16 - 21 Fully government funded (no fee) £9,000 when using digital account
OR
£450 plus VAT when digital accounts funds have run out
22+ £450 plus VAT

£9,000 when using digital account
OR
£450 plus VAT when digital accounts funds have run out

The course starts quarterly in January, April, July & October.  To register for the course or for more information contact Rebecca Ham on 0203 697 5765

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  • Dental Practice Manager Course

    The Dental Practice Manager Apprenticeship is a 15-18 month government funded middle level management qualification, and is comprised of 4 main components: The level 4 ILM Certificate in Leadership and…

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