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Dental Hygiene for Older People

Level 1 | Instant Access | Includes Assessment & Certificate | UK CPD Accredited | Instant Certificate Download

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Summary

Price
£18.99 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Course format What's this?
Reading material - slides
Duration
1 hour · Self-paced
Access to content
365 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
1 CPD hours / points
CPD What's this?
Certificates
  • CPD Certified Certificate - Free
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Dental Hygiene for Older People – Online Training Course – Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

Welcome to our online Dental Hygiene for Older People training course. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

This online Dental Hygiene for Older People training course will help learners describe oral health care, explain the importance of oral health and give examples of why good oral health is essential for older people.

This online Dental Hygiene for Older People training course also provides learners understanding of the importance of daily mouth care and denture care and how and when to deliver this.

Certificate duration: N/A

Entry requirements: No entry restrictions

Recommended prerequisites: N/A

Assessment type: End of course assessment

Assessment pass mark – 80% needed to pass and gain a CPD certificate

Cost(s) of assessment and certification – All costs included in the course price

Awarding/Accrediting body – CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)

Dental Hygiene for Older People – Online Training Course – Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

Certificates

CPD Certified Certificate

Digital certificate - Included

A digital CPD-certified certificate can be downloaded from the learner's account once a learner has successfully completed the course with an 80% pass mark or better in the end-of-course assessment.

CPD

1 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

Course media

Description

Course aims

The aims of this Dental Hygiene for Older People - Level 1 online course are to:

  • Know what oral health care is and why it is important.
  • Know the effects poor oral health can have on the general health, well being and dignity of an older person.
  • Know the potential impact of untreated dental pain and mouth infections on the older person.
  • Know the potential impact on the health and well being of older people with complex and changing needs.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this Dental Hygiene for Older People - Level 1 online course, the learner will be able to:

  • Describe oral health care.
  • Explain the importance of oral health in older people.
  • Give examples of why good oral health is essential for older people.
  • Give examples of how oral health care affect the health, well being and dignity of an older person.
  • Explain the impact of untreated dental pain and mouth infections on the older person.
  • Describe when to report and document oral health care concerns.
  • Explain the impact on the health and well being of older people with complex needs.
  • Explain giving examples of when and how to assess oral health.
  • Explain how and when to deliver daily mouth and dental care for people with natural teeth and people with no teeth or dentures.
  • Explain the changing needs and circumstances of an older person.

Learning objectives

On completion of this Dental Hygiene for Older People - Level 1 online course, the learner will be able to:

  • Have an understanding of the importance of daily mouth care and denture care and how and when to deliver this.
  • Know when to report oral health care concerns and how and when to document oral health care.

Why is this course essential?

This course was developed for community care workers who support older people in nursing homes, residential homes and domiciliary care settings. It provides a greater understanding of oral health care, to carry out their role more effectively, and continue to give high-quality support and care.

It is also suitable for family members and close friends of people living in care homes who depend on carers to look after their oral health. It is essential for those who support older people to ensure that they are given adequate oral health care.

Course content

This online Dental Hygiene for Older People training course includes the following:

  • Introduction
  • Session 1 - Key definitions
  • Session 2 - Importance of oral hygiene
  • Session 3 - Dental disease and treatment.

Dental Hygiene for Older People – Online Training Course – Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

Who is this course for?

This Dental Hygiene for Older People e-Learning course is suitable for the following:

  • Domiciliary care workers
  • Home caregivers
  • Locum and agency care workers
  • Community healthcare assistants
  • Support workers
  • Care assistants.

Dental Hygiene for Older People – Online Training Course – Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

Requirements

Learn anywhere, anytime on any device

You will need access to a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone device to complete these online courses. You can start, pause/stop and return to where you left off.

Our courses utilise responsive design features, making them available on any device of your choice.

Dental Hygiene for Older People – Online Training Course – Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited

Career path

Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.

Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).

Dental Hygiene for Older People – Online Training Course – Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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