Exam Details - Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology
Key Facts
- Where and when is this exam being held? View locations and dates
- Uni of Central Lancashire (Preston)
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Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology
The Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology exam tests the ability of candidates to treat patients independently, or as delegated by a registered dentist. The range of skills to be tested in the examination include only those which are specified in the Learning Outcomes for Clinical Dental Technology.
Exam Benefits
- Passing this exam will indicate that a candidate has achieved the required learning outcomes for this Dental Care Profession category and it will entitle the holder to apply for registration with the General Dental Council as a Clinical Dental Technician.
- Successful candidates will also be eligible for Affiliation to the College. Affiliates may participate in educational and social activities related to the Faculty of Dental Surgery.
Exam Format
The Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology exam has two components:
- Written component
This includes two written papers. Each paper will consist of six short answer (MSA) questions and will be two hours in duration.
- Simulated cases
This is a structured oral exam consisting of four unseen cases. Each case will be of 15 minutes duration and there will be 15 minutes preparation time before each case. The candidate will be presented with scenarios relevant to Clinical Dental Technology as defined by the learning outcomes.
Exam Eligibility
Candidates must provide certified evidence of the following.
- Satisfactory completion of a training programme signed by the Course Director or equivalent.
- Successful completion of a continuous assessment record in the form of a clinical log book completed during the candidate’s training. This should include a signed statement from the Course Director (or equivalent) confirming that the work detailed in the log book has been completed to a satisfactory standard.
- Evidence of registration with the General Dental Council as a Dental Technician.
Candidates will be permitted a maximum of four attempts at the examination.
Additional Information
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