NEBDN Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application
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NEBDN Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application
This Course At A Glance
- Get qualified to apply fluoride varnish
- Take on more responsibility in your role
- Fully accredited by the NEBDN
- Student support sessions included
- Designed for Dental Nurses
- Exams not included
About Your Course
Getting Started
Unit 1: Induction
Unit 2: Maintaining good clinical practice
Unit 3: Principles of oral health promotion and disease prevention
Unit 4: Dental caries
Unit 5: Conditions of the hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity
Unit 6: Fluoride and the practical application of fluoride varnish
Unit 7: Community-based fluoride application programmes
Unit 8: Patient management and communication
You need to be a qualified Dental Nurse who is registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) or Irish Dental Council (IDC) to enrol on this course.
To complete the Electronic Record of Competence you will also need to be currently working in a dental practice and have a supportive employer who is happy to supervise and sign off on your practical assessments.
To be able to communicate effectively with patients, their families and other dental and healthcare professionals you will also need to be competent in written and spoken English.
*You will have access to the course for 12 months only, after which, you can purchase extensions through your learning platform.
- Part A – 45 multiple-choice questions (MCQ)
- Part B – 30 extended matching questions (EMQ)
- Practical Competence Assessment Sheets (PCAS)
- Case studies
- Supplementary outcomes
NEBDN
Upon completion of this course you will be awarded NEBDN Level 4 Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application.
The National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) have been examining and awarding dental nursing qualifications for over 75 years. They are commonly acknowledged as the UK's finest qualification provider for dental nurses.

Developing your career
With this NEBDN Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application you can expand your skillset, increase your employability prospects, be better positioned to advance your career and potentially command a higher wage.
Not only will you be qualified to apply fluoride varnish, you will also have the knowledge and confidence to inform dental patients and dental professionals about the benefits of the treatment. This is because the course is designed to develop your self-confidence by enhancing your skills.
In addition to increasing your earning potential, this qualification can also help you work towards a career as a Dental Hygienist or a Dental Therapist. Upon completion of your course you will be certified and ready to take the next step in your career.
NEBDN Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application
This Course At A Glance
- Get qualified to apply fluoride varnish
- Take on more responsibility in your role
- Fully accredited by the NEBDN
- Student support sessions included
- Designed for Dental Nurses
- Exams not included
About Your Course
Getting Started
Modules
Unit 1: Induction
Unit 2: Maintaining good clinical practice
Unit 3: Principles of oral health promotion and disease prevention
Unit 4: Dental caries
Unit 5: Conditions of the hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity
Unit 6: Fluoride and the practical application of fluoride varnish
Unit 7: Community-based fluoride application programmes
Unit 8: Patient management and communication
Requirements
You need to be a qualified Dental Nurse who is registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) or Irish Dental Council (IDC) to enrol on this course.
To complete the Electronic Record of Competence you will also need to be currently working in a dental practice and have a supportive employer who is happy to supervise and sign off on your practical assessments.
To be able to communicate effectively with patients, their families and other dental and healthcare professionals you will also need to be competent in written and spoken English.
*You will have access to the course for 12 months only, after which, you can purchase extensions through your learning platform.
Assessment
- Part A – 45 multiple-choice questions (MCQ)
- Part B – 30 extended matching questions (EMQ)
- Practical Competence Assessment Sheets (PCAS)
- Case studies
- Supplementary outcomes
Qualifications
NEBDN
Upon completion of this course you will be awarded NEBDN Level 4 Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application.
The National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) have been examining and awarding dental nursing qualifications for over 75 years. They are commonly acknowledged as the UK's finest qualification provider for dental nurses.

Developing your career
With this NEBDN Certificate in Fluoride Varnish Application you can expand your skillset, increase your employability prospects, be better positioned to advance your career and potentially command a higher wage.
Not only will you be qualified to apply fluoride varnish, you will also have the knowledge and confidence to inform dental patients and dental professionals about the benefits of the treatment. This is because the course is designed to develop your self-confidence by enhancing your skills.
In addition to increasing your earning potential, this qualification can also help you work towards a career as a Dental Hygienist or a Dental Therapist. Upon completion of your course you will be certified and ready to take the next step in your career.