Sustainability In Dentistry and Healthcare
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Course Details
- This course covers the issues around sustainability in dentistry and healthcare.
- You will be presented with a short presentation followed by an assessment.
- If you achieve 80% or more, you pass the course and will receive a printable certificate to place in your CPD folder. If you do not pass, you will have the opportunity to review the content and retake the assessment when you feel confident.
Aims
This course aims to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the issues around sustainability in dentistry and healthcare.
Objectives
During this course, learners will be able to:
- Explain the effect of healthcare on climate change and how nurses can adopt more sustainable nursing practices.
- Outline how improving sustainability through reusable PPE can reduce the pressure and costs on the NHS and improve the planet.
- Consider how embedding sustainability within a dental practice can support and advocate change in dentistry.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, the learner will gain an understanding of:
- The issues around sustainability in dentistry and healthcare.
GDC Development Outcomes
B,D
Topics covered
Date created
04/07/2023
Last revision
31/05/2023
Relevant for Roles
Cleaner, Clinical Dental Technician, Decontamination Lead, Dental Hygienist, Dental Nurse, Dental Technician, Dental Therapist, Dentist, Infection Control Lead, Orthodontic Therapist, Practice Manager, Receptionist, Regulator, Support Staff, Trainee Dental Nurse, Trainee Dentist, Treatment Co-Ordinator
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