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Good oral health is an important part of overall health, wellbeing and quality of life. Health and social care professionals may play an important role in supporting individuals with daily oral hygiene, recognising oral health concerns and accessing appropriate dental care.
This CPD-accredited Oral Health course provides an overview of essential oral health principles, including assessment, care planning, daily oral hygiene, dental appointments and denture management. Learners will also explore factors that can affect oral health and approaches to addressing common challenges when supporting individuals with their oral care.
CPD Accredited
Certificate Included
Learn at Your Own Pace
2.5 hours
Quizzes covered in each module
Oral health awareness
Health and social care
*For individual learners. Need to train multiple staff? See Organisation pricing
Why This Course Matters
Understand the importance of good oral health and hygiene.
Develop awareness of individual oral health needs.
Support effective oral care planning and daily hygiene.
Understand appropriate approaches to dental appointments and denture care.
Recognise factors and challenges that may affect an individual's oral health.
Did You Know?
Good oral care can contribute to comfort, wellbeing and quality of life, making it an important part of person-centred health and social care.
Why Learn With Carelearner
CPD Accredited Certificate
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Earn Your CPD Certificate
Complete the course and pass the final assessment to receive a CPD-accredited certificate ready to download, print and keep on file for inspection.
What's Inside the Course?
Here are the modules you will cover in this course:
Understanding Oral Health
Introduces the importance of oral health and its role in an individual's overall wellbeing.
Special Considerations and Assessment
Explores factors to consider when assessing and supporting an individual's oral health needs.
Creating Effective Oral Care Plans
Covers the importance of developing appropriate oral care plans based on individual needs and preferences.
Daily Oral Hygiene Practices
Explores good daily oral hygiene practices and approaches to supporting individuals with their routine oral care.
Navigating Dental Appointments
Covers how individuals can be supported before, during and after dental appointments.
Factors Affecting Oral Health
Explores factors that can influence oral health and wellbeing.
Self-Care and Denture Management
Covers self-care approaches and appropriate denture care and management.
Addressing Challenges in Oral Care
Explores common challenges associated with oral care and approaches to providing appropriate support.
Who Is This Course For?
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Care Workers
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Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
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Support Workers
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Senior Carers
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Nurses
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Residential & Nursing Home Staff
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Domiciliary Care Staff
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Supported Living Staff
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Agency Care Professionals
Meet the Expert Behind Your Course
Manu Thomas is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Former CQC Specialist Advisor and NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme Fellow. As the Founder of Pentafold Ltd and CareLearner, and a member of a NICE professional committee, he brings extensive clinical, regulatory, and healthcare innovation expertise to the development of this course.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Receive a CPD-accredited certificate upon successful completion
Strengthen your professional portfolio with accredited training.
Safely assess manual handling operations before providing support.
Choose appropriate techniques and equipment for different situations.
Recognise the importance of effective oral care plans and regular dental care.
Understand appropriate approaches to denture management and addressing challenges in oral care.
FAQ
What is the Oral Health course about?
This course provides an overview of oral health and covers daily hygiene, assessment, care planning, dental appointments, denture management and supporting individuals with oral care needs.
Who should take this Oral Health course?
This course is suitable for care workers, healthcare assistants, support workers, nurses, senior carers and other health and social care professionals who support individuals with their daily oral care.
What will I learn from this course?
You will learn about oral health, daily hygiene practices, oral care planning, dental appointments, denture management and factors that can affect oral health.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course provides a clear introduction to oral health and is suitable for learners who are new to the subject as well as those who want to refresh their existing knowledge.
Can I complete this course online?
Yes. The course is delivered online, allowing you to complete the training at your own pace and from a location that suits you.
Can I complete this course on my phone?
Yes. The course is fully responsive and can be completed on desktop, tablet or mobile devices. Learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever it suits you.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning. The time required will depend on your individual learning speed and how you choose to work through the course materials.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate that can be used as evidence of your continuing professional development.
Is this course CPD accredited?
Yes. This Oral Health course is CPD accredited, demonstrating that it meets recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning, allowing you to work through the training at a time and pace that suits your schedule.