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Your ambition. Our experience. A career to build on.
Choosing a dental nursing course means choosing the people who will support you as you learn, practise and prepare to qualify.
At the School of Dental Nursing, we have been delivering dental nursing education since 2006. Based in Acton, West London, we bring together online and classroom study, personal tutor guidance and practical learning in your workplace.
Whether you are starting your first career or changing direction, our commitment is simple: to help you develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to progress.
Training dental nurses since 2006
Taking a course involves a significant commitment. It is therefore vital to have confidence in the course provider.
Our history in dental nursing education stretches back over two decades. Today, we continue to focus on what matters to learners: understanding the subject, developing professional skills and receiving expert guidance throughout their studies.
From your first enquiry to assessment preparation, you have a school and a teaching team you can depend upon at all times.
Two ways to study. The same qualification.
Your circumstances should help shape how you learn. We offer two study routes towards the NEBDN Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing (RQF):
Online dental nursing course
Study from anywhere in the UK while completing your practical training in a UK dental practice. Access learning materials through our eTrain platform and organise your study around work and other commitments, while meeting course deadlines.
Face-to-face dental nursing course in West London
Join classes at our Acton campus for scheduled teaching, discussion and opportunities to ask questions in person. Classroom attendance is typically two days a month, alongside independent study and workplace training.
Explore the face-to-face Diploma
Both routes lead to the same NEBDN qualification, enabling successful learners to apply for General Dental Council (GDC) registration which is you gateway to a successful professional career.
A personal tutor to help you move forward
Learning a new profession brings questions. You may understand a topic in class but need help applying it at work, organising your portfolio or preparing for an assessment.
Our dedicated personal tutor support gives you someone to approach for guidance and feedback. Alongside teaching, this support helps you understand your progress and identify where to focus next.
You bring your commitment. We provide structure, encouragement and guidance.
Learn it. Practise it. Build your confidence.
Dental nursing combines knowledge with practical responsibility. Studying while employed in a dental practice allows you to connect your learning with patient care, teamwork and everyday clinical procedures.
For our Diploma, you must be employed as a trainee dental nurse in a UK practice for at least 15 hours per week before starting, and maintain suitable employment until your Portfolio of Evidence is complete.
Typical course completion takes 12–18 months, depending on your progress and completion of the required assessments.
Assessment preparation throughout your course
Understanding the assessment process helps you prepare with confidence.
Our Diploma teaching includes learning resources, mock assessments and tutor guidance to support your preparation for the Portfolio of Evidence, Knowledge Test and Professional Discussion.
You can use feedback to identify gaps, revisit topics and develop your ability to explain the work you undertake in practice.
Transparent fees. An affordable payment plan.
Knowing the financial commitment helps you plan your studies.
Our Diploma tuition fee is £1,790, payable through an initial payment of £390, followed by eight monthly instalments of £175. The NEBDN examination fee of £545 is payable separately.
Additional charges, including applicable resit and deferral fees, are published in our Schedule of Fees and Charges.
Check your chosen course page for current fees and payment terms before applying.
Remember, this course enables you to begin a rewarding professional career without incurring huge student debt.
Hear from the people who have studied with us
A course description informs you about what is covered. Student reviews offer another perspective on the learner experience.
Our published Google reviews include accounts of tutor encouragement, portfolio guidance and support across different courses. We encourage you to read individual reviews and consider the details that matter most to you.
Look for the experiences behind the ratings: how questions were answered, how feedback helped and how learners describe their relationship with their tutors.
Your next step can become a longer journey
Your learning does not have to start or end with the Diploma.
If you are exploring the profession, our Foundation in Dental Nursing introduces the role before you commit to a professional qualification. It is optional and does not lead to GDC registration.
Once qualified and appropriately registered, you can explore further training with us in Dental Radiography, Oral Health Education and Fluoride Varnish Application, subject to each course’s entry requirements.
From introductory learning to post-registration development, you can return to the School of Dental Nursing as your goals evolve.
Ready to step into your potential and start your dental nursing career? Apply Now – School of Dental Nursing Application Form
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