Higher Certificate In Science Dental Nursing in Athlone Institute of Technology, Ireland

Higher Certificate In Science Dental Nursing in Athlone Institute of Technology

Why take this course?

AIT has been to the fore in developing higher education opportunities to degree level for dental nurses. The programme is delivered in an attractive, modern facility, situated on AIT’s East Campus.

Dental nurses play an important role in the modern dental practice. They assist the dentist during dental procedures. Their duties include preparing the surgery, setting out dental instruments, assisting during operations, dealing with patients and looking after cleanliness of the surgery. They may also be responsible for administrative duties such as making appointments and book-keeping. 

What opportunities might it lead to?

Many dental nurses find employment in general dental practices and opportunities also exist in dental and general hospitals in a more specialised capacity. After three years with a qualification and certain specified responsibilities, you may be promoted to the senior dental nursing grade within certain areas of the health service.

After graduating from this programme you may apply to join the BSc in Dental Practice Management with Oral Health Promotion at AIT. A number of AIT Dental Nursing graduates have been awarded places on dental hygiene courses through the UCAS UK college entry system.