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The evaluation of an innovative dental nurse training pilot scheme

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Abstract
Introduction

Dental nurses traditionally train in either hospitals or practices. A London pilot scheme provided exposure to both settings to explore the potential for dual training. This evaluation examined the motivation, experiences, career expectations and initial careers of trainees.

Methods
A questionnaire-based survey at two time points during the training. Descriptive and inferential analysis conducted using SPSS version 22.

Results
Overall training was rated highly (7–9) by 100% of trainees with positive views of the concept of dual training. There was also a preference for full-time work in primary care with career decisions strongly influenced by personal factors – financial stability, work-life balance and professional development. Rotating between settings proved challenging so did perceived low wages; lowest job satisfaction scores were for physical working conditions and remuneration. However, advantages included high levels of preparedness for team-working with most recognising the dental team has shared responsibilities. A high proportion of trainees were employed in primary care (57.8%) post-qualification. Strong interests in gaining further qualifications were reported (92.3%).

Conclusion
The outcome was generally positive with evidence of academic success, employability, commitment to a career in dental nursing and sufficient support for training in multiple settings to be introduced into future dental nurse training.

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Published: June 2018.

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Contributed by: WE-R NHS (Workforce and Education Research NHS)
Authored by: O. Awojobi
S. Movahedi, Associate Postgraduate Dental Dean
E. Jones, Former Postgraduate Dental Dean
J. E. Gallagher, Professor of Oral Health Strategy
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Last updated: 30 April 2024
First contributed: 26 July 2023
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