Dental Nurse Apprenticeship
The Dental practice
Apprenticeship summary
The apprenticeship in dental nursing is a 12 month government funded course by City & Guilds, a Level 3 Extended Diploma. Alongside your learning your job role within the practice will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.
Closing date: November 22, 2025
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The apprenticeship in dental nursing is a 12 month government funded course by City & Guilds, a Level 3 Extended Diploma. Alongside your learning your job role within the practice will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.
- Dental nurse (GDC 2023) Level 3
- Functional Skills in English and maths
- The training will take place at the dental surgery
- With experience you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager
- With further training you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work
- You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums
- You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient’s teeth
For more information on Dental Careers, please visit: https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/
Employer
The Dental practice
A healthcare provider that offers general dental services, from routine check-ups to more complex procedures like fillings and restorations
Training
HARRIET ELLIS TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard:Dental nurse (GDC 2023) (level 3)