Training in Dental Radiography Nursing: Intended Learning

Outcomes
The following syllabus is designed to provide Dental Nurses with the educational experience,
including the knowledge, critical understanding, intellectual skills, practical skills and personal
attitude to enable them to provide effective and safe radiography for dental patients.

Teaching Assessment
On successful completion of the programme, dental nurses should be able to: and method(s)
Learning
method(s)
Knowledge and • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of radiography in dental practice CBL FA
critical • Understand the scope of radiographic techniques and best practice in their use SDL ROC
understanding • Demonstrate the knowledge to practice effective dental radiography ST
Understand the importance of complying with contemporary guidance relating to the environment, facilities and equipment
required for dental radiography
• Demonstrate a critical understanding of the issues involved in the scientific basis of dental radiography

Intellectual skills• Understand the limitations, benefits and risks of dental radiography CBL FA
• Recognise own limitations, reflect on experiences and appreciate the need for continuing professional development SDL ROC
• ST

Practical skills • Practice effective and risk managed dental radiography ACI FA
• Remain calm, decisive and purposeful whilst managing and handling difficulties or complications CA ROC
CBL
SDL
ST
Personal attitude• Empathise with patients and demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with patients, parents, carers and colleagues CA FA
• CBL ROC
• SDL
ST

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching
Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

Reviewed May 2019

Dental Nurses: Certificate in Dental Radiography

1. GENERAL PROFESSIONAL CONTENT

1.1 MAINTAINING GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE

Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’’

Subject Knowledge Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment

Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
1.1.1 the role of an effective dental nurse who take diagnostic intra-oral and extra-oral behave in a professional CBL FA
Professional holds the certificate in dental radiographs, ideally grade 1 manner ROC
approach radiography
1.1.2 the requirements for continuing recognise and take advantage of learning comply with General Dental CBL FA
Life-long learning professional development opportunities and reflect on them Council requirements for SDL ROC
revalidation ST
maintain a personal development portfolio

monitor own performance through audit

and feedback

1.1.3 the principles of evidence-based practice practically apply evidence-based best use evidence in support of ST ROC
Evidence practice patient care and to defend
decisions taken
1.1.4 the principles and guidelines for good communicate effectively through accurate take account of confidentiality CBL ROC
Written records clinical note keeping written records requirements and legal ST
requirements relating to
the reasons for confidentiality apply the principles of confidentiality in the written, electronic and digital
context of written records records and their transport and
storage

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 Subject Knowledge Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
1.1.5 the principles of retrieval and utilisation apply the principles of confidentiality in the take account of the legal ACI ROC
Use of of data stored in clinical systems context of information technology aspects relating to holding ST
information electronic and digital records
technology save, store and archive computer data
securely demonstrate a positive and
proactive attitude to new
retrieve and transfer patient data technology

1.1.6 the elements of clinical governance and actively participate in clinical governance recognise the importance of ACI ROC
Organisational the need for valid consent teamwork in implementing a SDL
framework for participate in audit clinical governance framework ST
clinical the principles of clinical governance, in
governance and particular related to infection control report serious untoward incidents recognise and take account of
its application in the learning from serious
practice untoward incidents
1.1.7 the principles of risk assessment carry out risk assessments recognise the value of risk ACI ROC
Risk assessment assessments CBL
and risk apply relevant procedures
management
monitor action plans to obviate further risk
1.1.8 the principles of internal and external have involvement in the completion of recognise the benefit of audit to ACI ROC
Audit (general) quality assurance audit projects patient care and individual ST
performance
the audit process demonstrate improvement as the result of
audit
1.1.9 the content of guidelines applicable to apply guidelines applicable to dental show regard for individual ACI ROC
Guidelines dental radiography radiography patient needs when utilising CBL
guidelines ST
1.1.10 the role of organisations charged with communicate the concept of “risk” with show regard for patient safety CBL ROC
Patient Safety ensuring patient safety respect to ionising radiation to the patient ST

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 Subject Knowledge Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
1.1.11 the role of: communicate with and involve these demonstrate acceptance of SDL ROC
Relevance of - General Dental Council bodies where or when appropriate professional regulation ST
outside bodies - UK legislation
- Department of Health share best practice
- National Examining Board for Dental
Nurses participate in peer review
- Royal Colleges
- specialist societies
- defence societies
- patient advisory groups

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2. GENERAL RADIOGRAPHY

2. 1 RADIATION PHYSICS
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching Assessment
and method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: Learning
method(s)
2.1 Radiation (X- 2.1.1. Electromagnetic spectrum Understand the electromagnetic spectrum (I) Maintain professional SDL, ST FA
ray) physics Discuss the structure of atoms (I) knowledge (See 1.1.2) SDL, ST FA

2.1.2. Background radiation – natural Understand sources of natural and artificial radiation (I) Continuously review personal
DL, ST FA
and man-made knowledge (See 1.1.2)

2.1.3. Production of X-rays. Relationship Discuss the production of x-rays (I) Reflect on personal SDL, ST FA
of energy, frequency and Discuss the structure of atoms (I) knowledge and identify and SDL, ST FA
wavelength Differentiate between characteristic and continuous understand any limits as well SDL, ST FA
spectrum(I) as strengths (See 1.1.2)
SDL, ST FA
Discuss the properties of x-rays (I) Continuously review personal
2.1.4. Properties of radiation knowledge (See 1.1.2)

Understand different interactions that x-rays have with Continuously review personal SDL, ST FA
2.1.5. Attenuation of ionising radiation matter (I) knowledge (See 1.1.2)

Be aware of Compton and Photoelectric effect and be Continuously review personal SDL, ST FA
2.1.6. Factors affecting attenuation able to differentiate between the two (I) knowledge (See 1.1.2)

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2. 1 RADIATION PHYSICS
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment method(s)
Learning
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2. 1 Radiation 2.1.7. Scattering and absorption Understand different interactions that x- Continuously review personal SDL, ST FA
(X-ray) physics rays have with matter (I) knowledge (See 1.1.2)
(Contd) SDL, ST FA
2.1.8. Biological effects of radiation Discuss in depth, indirect and direct Continuously review personal
damage (I) knowledge (See 1.1.2)

2.1.9. Risks/benefits of radiation Discuss in depth, indirect and direct Explain options including risks SDL, ST FA
damage (I) and benefits of X-rays to patient

2.1.10. Dose optimisation Understand the importance of stochastic Put patients’ interests first (See SDL, ST FA
effects in dental radiography (I) 1.1.10)

2.1.11. Dosimetry – absorbed dose, dose Be aware of other effects of radiation (I) Recognise and promote SDL, ST FA
equivalent, effective dose and Identify radiosensitive tissues and patients’ responsibility for
their units understand potential radiation effects on making decisions about their
the younger patient (I) bodies, their priorities and their
Be aware of the risk of fatal malignancy care SDL, ST FA
from varying dental radiographs and be Communicate effectively with
able to equate these risks to the lay person patients regarding the risks of
(I) exposure to X-rays
Understand and implement the ALARP Treat patients fairly and in line SDL, ST FA
principle (I) (P) with the law (See 1.1.11)

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2.1 RADIATION PHYSICS
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment method(s)
Learning
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.1 Radiation 2.1.12. Factors affecting radiation dose Have a basic understanding of radiation Reflect on personal knowledge SDL, ST FA
(X-ray) physics dose, radiation absorbed dose, equivalent and identify and understand
(Contd) absorbed dose, effective absorbed dose any limits as well as strengths
and collective absorbed dose (I) (See 1.1.2)

21.13. Image quality versus radiation Discuss in detail, ways in which equipment, Find out about current best SDL, ST FA
dose film choice, variable factors and training practice in the field in which
have an influence of reducing patient and you work (See 1.1.9)
staff dose (I) Continuously review personal
Consider variations in kV, mA and knowledge (See 1.1.2) SDL, ST FA
exposure time in respect to image quality
and patient and staff dose (I) (P)

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.2 RADIATION PROTECTION
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse ……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment method(s)
Learning
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.2 Radiation 2.2.1. General radiation protection Summarise the legislation and extracts Apply evidence-based and SDL, ST FA, ROC
protection including the IRCP principles of from the 2001 guidance notes for dental reliable guidance in published
radiation protection practitioners on the safety of x-ray literature and current UK
equipment – IRR 1999 (I) (P) legislation (See 1.1.3 & 1.1.11)

2.2.2. Use of radiation protection devices Understand when radiation monitoring Work within recommended SDL, ST FA, ROC
- patient and personal devices are to be worn (I) (P) working directives (See 1.1.9)

2.2.3. Procedures for incidents involving Know the correct pathway for reporting Get advice from appropriate SDL, ST, CA FA, ROC
over exposure to ionising any adverse incidents (I) (P) colleagues as required
radiation
Understand dose constraints and apply Follow protocols applicable to SDL, ST FA, ROC
2.2.4. Pregnancy and potential them appropriately (I) (P) pregnant women and children
pregnancy.
Infants and children Understand the principle of justification Apply evidence-based and SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
Understand selection criteria and the reliable guidance in the SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
2.2.5. Justification of the individual clinical/practical application in radiography FGDP(UK) Selection Criteria
exposure including selection (I) (P) publication (See 1.1.3)
criteria
Realise the importance of correct patient Give the correct patient clear SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
identification and obtain informed and information to help them to
2.2.6. Patient identification and consent valid consent (I) (P) make a decision about their
- identification and consent care (See 1.1.6)

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2.2 RADIATION PROTECTION
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment method(s)
Learning
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.2 Radiation 2.2.7. Use of existing appropriate Understand the dose reduction achieved Give patients any information SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
Protection radiological information by sourcing previous radiographs and in a way they can understand,
(Contd) obtain where practicable (I) (P) so that they make informed
decisions about their care

make sure that patients have

easy access to their records
2.2.8. Alternative techniques Recognise the need for and use of FA, ROC
alternatives techniques (I) (P) Find out about guidance notes SDL, ST, CBL
Recognise their own limitations and ask for and regulations which affect
help as required (I) (P) your work and follow them
(See 1.1.9)
2.2.9. Clinical evaluation of outcome Apply the NRPB 2001 guidance notes for FA, ROC
dental practitioners on the safe use of Find out about laws and SDL, ST, ACI
equipment – page 41 (I) (P) regulations which affect your
work and follow them (See
1.1.11)
2.2.10. Medico-legal issues Realise that the legislation in force is FA, ROC
legally binding and apply to their Find out about laws and SDL, ST, CA
radiographic practice (I) (P) regulations which affect your
work and follow them
2.2.11. Regulations Discuss and apply the IR(ME)R 2000 and
IRR 1999 legislation (I) (P) Consult with the RPS as SDL, ST FA
required
2.2.12. Local rules and procedures Adhere to local rules, policies and Consult with the RPS as
procedures applicable to area of work (I) required FA, ROC
(P) SDL, ST, CBL

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2.2 RADIATION PROTECTION
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment method(s)
Learning
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.2 Radiation 2.2.13. Individual responsibilities relating Have a working knowledge of justification, Treat patients fairly and in line SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
protection to medical exposures optimisation and dose limitation (I) (P) with current legislation
(Contd)
2.2.14. Responsibility for radiation safety Apply the ALARP principle and consult with Consult with the RPS and RPA as SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
the RPS and RPA as necessary (I) (P) required

2.2.15. Routine inspection and testing of Be aware of equipment servicing and Consult with the RPS and RPA as SDL, ST
equipment testing schedules (I) (P) required FA
SDL, ST
2.2.16. Notification of faults and Health Report equipment faults and procedural Consult with the relevant FA
Department hazard warnings error correctly (I) (P) personnel and agencies
FA
2..2.17. Clinical audit Understand the process of regular clinical Co-operate with other
audit and the need for quality assurance (I) healthcare colleagues in the FA
(P) interests of patients (See 1.1.8)

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/critical incident analysis, CA = Clinical attachment, CBL= Case-based learning, SDL=Self-directed learning, ST=Structured teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal assessment, ROC= Record of Competence (Incorporating Multi-source feedback, Personal development portfolio, Workplace-based assessment)

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2.3 APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.3 Apparatus and 2.3.1. X-ray equipment - Intra-oral and Understand a schematic representation of Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA
equipment extra-oral X-ray generating equipment (I) practice in the fields in which
you work (See 1.1.11)
SDL, ST FA, ROC
2.3.2. X-ray tube – cathode, anode, focal Know the components and functions of an Continuously review personal
spot size and vacuum X-ray tube (I) knowledge

2.3.3. Heat production and how it is Understand the measures employed to Reflect on personal knowledge SDL, ST FA
dispersed dissipate heat generated during the and identify and understand
production of X-rays (I) any limits as well as strengths

2.3.4. Basic components of the dental X- Understand the electrical circuitry used in Continuously review personal
SDL, ST FA
ray set the generation of X-rays (I) knowledge

2.3.5. Timers Identify and use collimation appreciating Find out about current best SDL, ST FA
that rectangular is best practice (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
you work
SDL, ST FA
2.3.6. Applied potential (kV), tube Understand the effect of time selection on Find out about current best
current patient dose (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
(mA) and exposure setting (mAs) – Understand the effects of changes in kV you work
how change affects X-ray quality and and current on X-ray generation and hence Find out about current best SDL, ST FA, ROC
quantity patient dose (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
you work

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/critical incident analysis, CA = Clinical attachment, CBL= Case-based learning, SDL=Self-directed learning, ST=Structured teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal assessment, ROC= Record of Competence (Incorporating Multi-source feedback, Personal development portfolio, Workplace-based assessment)

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2.4 FILMS AND PROCESSING
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.4 Films and 2.4.1. Film types Identify indirect and direct action films, Develop and update your SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
processing – direct action their usage, structure and production of knowledge and skills
– and indirect action/screen film latent image (I) (P) throughout your working life

2.4.2. Intensifying screens Implement the care and maintenance of Find out about current best
intensifying screens and cassettes (I) (P) practice in the fields in which SDL, ST FA, ROC
you work

2.4.3. Black and white final image Understand the physics and chemistry of Continuously review personal SDL, ST FA, ROC
production – effect of exposure image production using conventional knowledge
radiographic film (I) (P)

2.4.4. Emphasis on processing – Understand the chemistry of processing Continuously review personal SDL, ST
chemistry, wet and automatic and factors that can influence the final knowledge FA
processing, film faults image (I) (P)

2.4.5. Darkroom – design and safelights Recognise the requirements of a safe Find out about current best SDL, ST FA
darkroom and the need for elimination of practice in the fields in which
extraneous light (I) (P) you work

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.5 DIGITAL IMAGING
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.5 Digital 2.5.1. Principles of digital image Understand the basic physics involved of Continuously review personal SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
imaging production digital image production (I) knowledge

2.5.2. Intra oral and extra-oral systems Understand the merits and principles of Develop and update your
SDL, ST FA, ROC
using each digital imaging system and apply knowledge and skills
- Solid state detectors them appropriately (I) (P) throughout your working life
- Photostimulable phosphor plates

2.5.3. Digital image faults and Quality Recognise digital imaging faults and Find out about current best SDL, ST FA, ROC
Assurance understand why they have occurred and practice in the fields in which
know how to rectify them (I) (P) you work

2.5.4. Data storage and retrieval and Adhere to the Data Protection Act 1998 Prevent information from being SDL, ST
data protection and Freedom of Information Act 2000 accidentally revealed and FA
Recognise the need for adequate storage prevent unauthorised access by
and retrieval systems (I) (P) keeping information secure at
all times (See 1.1.5)
Make sure that patients have
easy access to their records

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.6 PRINCIPLES OF IMAGING
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.6 Principles of 2.6.1. Geometric requirements for image Understand the requirements to take a Find out about current best SDL, ST FA
imaging production Grade 1 image (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
you work (See 1.1.3)
SDL, ST FA
2.6.2. Importance of quality of image – Identify distortion on radiographs and Find out about current best
effects of distortion realise why they have occurred, limiting it practice in the fields in which
as far as reasonably practicable (I) (P) you work

2.6.3. Use and limitation of radiography Recognise the limitation of a radiograph as Find out about current best SDL, ST, ACI FA
as a diagnostic aid a diagnostic aid (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
Use the appropriate image receptors and you work SDL, ST FA
dose reductive methods to maximise the
diagnostic yield (I) (P)

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.7 FILM HANDLING
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.7 Film handling 2.7.1. Storage – protection from heat, Securely and safety store image receptors Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
damp and radiation to maintain their integrity (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
you work

2.7.2. Conventional film processing Correctly process conventional film (I) (P) Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
practice in the fields in which
2.7.3. Film fault identification Recognise film faults and know how to you work (See 1.1.8) SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
rectify them (I) (P)

2.7.4. Filing and retrieval Correctly file and retrieve patient Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
radiographs (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
you work

2.7.5. Information exchange Exchange information securely maintaining Make and keep accurate and SDL, ST FA, ROC
patients confidentiality (I) (P) complete contemporaneous
patient records (See 1.1.5)
Refer patients for further
treatment when it is necessary
to do so or if the patient asks

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.8 DIGITAL IMAGING –PRACTICAL INSTRUCTION
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.8 Digital 2.8.1. Care of digital imaging receptors Correctly store and maintain digital Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
imaging- receptors (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
practical you work
instruction
2.8.2. Identification of digital image Recognise faults and know how to rectify Reflect on personal knowledge SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
faults them (I) (P) and identify and understand
any limits as well as strengths

2.8.3. Image storage and data protection Correctly file and retrieve patient Prevent information from being SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
radiographs (I) (P) accidentally revealed and
prevent unauthorised access by SDL, ST
exchange information securely maintaining keeping information secure at
patients confidentiality (I) (P all times (See 1.1.5)

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.9 INTRA-ORAL TECHNIQUES
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.9 Intra-oral 2.9.1. Bitewings Ideally take a Grade 1 bitewing tailored to Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
techniques the needs of the individual patient using practice in the fields in which
the recommended technique (I) (P) you work

2.9.2. Periapical views Ideally take a Grade 1 paralleling and Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
- paralleling technique bisected angle periapical view tailored to practice in the fields in which
- bisected angle technique the needs of the individual patient using a you work
recommended technique (I) (P)

2.9.3. Image receptor holders and Understand the principles of secondary Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
secondary collimation collimation and apply them in the clinical practice in the fields in which
setting (I) (P) you work
Understand the benefits of using film SDL, ST FA, ROC
holders (I) (P)

2.9.4. Endodontic radiography Ideally take a Grade 1 radiograph using a Find out about current best SDL, ST FA,
recommended intraoral technique (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
you work
FA, ROC
2.9.5. Occlusal radiography Ideally take a Grade 1 occlusal view Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL
tailored to the needs of the individual practice in the fields in which
patient using a recommended technique you work
(I) (P)

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.10 EXTRA-ORAL TECHNIQUES
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.10 Extra-oral 2.10.1. Oblique lateral view of the jaws Ideally take a Grade 1 oblique lateral view Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
techniques tailored to the needs of the individual practice in the fields in which
patient using a recommended technique you work
(I) (P)

2.10.2. Panoramic radiography (dental Ideally take a Grade 1 panoramic view Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
panoramic tomography) tailored to the needs of the individual practice in the fields in which
patient using a recommended technique you work
(I) (P)
2.10.3. Cephalometry Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL FA, ROC
Ideally take a Grade 1 cephalometric view practice in the fields in which
tailored to the needs of the individual you work
patient using a recommended technique
(I) (P)

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.11 QUALITY ASSURANCE
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.11 Quality 2.11.1. Quality assurance and quality Participate in quality assurance Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL, ACI FA, ROC
assurance control programmes (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
If requested lead a quality assurance you work (See 1.1.8) SDL, ST, CBL, ACI FA, ROC
programme (I) (P)

2.11.2. Use of the three-point quality Recognise a Grade 1, 2 and 3 film and the Find out about current best SDL, ST, CBL, ACI FA, ROC
rating scale for radiographs relevance of each (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
Participate in audits associated with the you work SDL, ST, CBL, ACI FA, ROC
three-point quality rating scale for
radiographs (I) (P)

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.12 CARE OF PATIENTS
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.12 Care of 2.12.1. Children Adapt, manage and take X-rays for Find out about current best SDL, ST FA, ROC
patients paediatric patients (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
you work

2.12.2. Special care patients Adapt, manage and take X-rays for special Find out about current best SDL, ST FA, ROC
patients (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
you work

2.12.3. Infection control Employ infection control techniques in line Find out about current best SDL, ST FA, ROC
with HTM01-05 (I) (P) practice in the fields in which
you work (See 1.1.6)

find out about laws and

regulations which affect your
work and follow them
2.12.4. Communication of risks to Suitably explain the risks to reflect the SDL, ST FA, ROC
patients maturity and understanding of the patient Give patients any information
(I) (P) in a way they can understand,
so that they make informed
decisions about their care

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.13 PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF INTERPRETATION
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment method(s)
Learning
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.13 Principles 2.13.1. Viewing conditions Optimally view image receptors (I) (P) Find out about current best SDL, ST, ACI FA, ROC
and practice practice in the fields in which
of you work
interpretation
2.13.2. Nature and limitations of the Recognise the nature and limitations of Continuously review personal SDL, ST, ACI FA, ROC
radiographic image - plain film plain film (I) (P) knowledge

2.13.3. Critical assessment of Able to critically assess the radiographic Share your knowledge and skills SDL, ST, ACI FA, ROC
radiographic quality quality of images (I) (P) with other team members in
the interests of patients

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.14 FUNDAMENTALS OF RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.14 2.14.1. Normal anatomy of teeth and Distinguish between normal and abnormal Work within your knowledge, SDL, ST FA
Fundamentals of jaws as seen on intra and extra- anatomy (I) (P) professional competence and
radiological oral radiographs physical abilities
Get advice from appropriate
anatomy
colleagues when required

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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2.15 IDENTIFICATION OF COMMON DENTAL PATHOLOGY
Each learning outcome should be prefaced by: ‘On completion of training, the radiography dental nurse……’

Subject Knowledge Intellectual (I) and Practical (P)Skills Attitudes and Behaviours Teaching and Assessment
Learning method(s)
…..should be able to describe: …..should be able to: …..should: method(s)
2.15 Identification 2.15.1. Caries Recognise carious lesions on radiographs Work within your knowledge, SDL, ST FA
of common (I) (P) professional competence and
dental physical abilities
pathology SDL, ST FA
2.15.2. Periapical disease Recognise periapical disease on Get advice from appropriate
radiographs (I) (P) colleagues when required
SDL, ST, FA
2.15.3. Periodontal disease Recognise periodontal disease on Get advice from appropriate
radiographs (I) (P) colleagues when required

Key: Teaching and Learning methods

ACI= Audit/Critical Incident Analysis, CA = Clinical Attachment, CBL= Case-Based Learning, SDL=Self-Directed Learning, ST=Structured Teaching

Assessment methods
FA= Formal Assessment, ROC= Record of Competence Incorporating: MSF = Multi-Source Feedback, PDP = Personal Development Portfolio, WBA = Workplace-
Based Assessment

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