The aim of this one-month home learning programme is to help students to overcome barriers such as the feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of enrolling for a lengthy programme of formal study, when they have not studied formally since leaving school.

The programme can be taken as either a stand-alone first qualification, or because the introductory programme covers the first learning outcomes of the BTEC Professional Diploma in Dental Practice Management, having achieved the introdctory course, this work can be accredited directly toward the full BTEC qualification.

The content of the Introductory Award course covers the development and definition of the management role in primary dental care.  The programme aim to:

·        Explore the factors influencing the development of the practice manger role

·        Identify features of effective management performance

·        Introduce management techniques and models

·        Recognise the need for proactive and reactive management

As a result of this course managers will be able to:

·        Develop the skills to play an effective role in the day-to-day practice management

·        Apply a range of management techniques

·        Adopt a proactive, solution-focused approach to practice management

Each student is allocated a tutor who will tailor the course content to their learning needs. New managers will gain insight and confidence, whereas experienced practice managers who want to gain formal qualifications will find the programme’s content will formalise their skills and stimulate job satisfaction

Time Commitment

Approx 7 hours.

Course Fees

£100.00 ex. VAT £117.50 inc. VAT £30 of fee transferable to the BTEC Professional Diploma in Dental Practice Management upon completion of foundation course. * VAT is charged at 17.5%. VAT was increased back to 17.5% on 1st Jan 2010

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