ApprenticeshipsNI · Level 3
Dental Nursing apprenticeships in Northern Ireland.
The Level 3 Dental Nursing framework is completed in a dental practice while you are employed and paid.
Government-funded provision
Rutledge delivers Apprenticeships NI under contract with the Department for the Economy. There is no fee to the apprentice, training is fully funded by DfE.
What you learn.
- Chairside support during treatment
- Decontamination, infection control and instrument handling
- Patient records, radiography support and consent
- Oral health promotion and practice procedures
Where it leads.
- Dental nurse
- Practice support
- Orthodontic nurse in time
Frameworks: Dental Nursing.
Dental Nursing apprenticeships near you.
Delivered from our branches across Northern Ireland.
Common questions.
- How do I get a dental nurse apprenticeship in Northern Ireland?
- You need an employer willing to take you on. Register your interest with Rutledge and your local branch will talk you through the Dental Nursing framework, entry requirements and current employer vacancies.
- What level is a dental nurse apprenticeship?
- We deliver this at Level 3 under ApprenticeshipsNI.
- Do I get paid?
- Yes. You are employed and paid by your employer throughout, and the training itself is government funded through ApprenticeshipsNI.
- How old do I need to be?
- ApprenticeshipsNI is open from age 16. Funding rules differ for those aged 25 and over, so check with your local branch.
Related routes into dental nursing.
Talk to us
Not sure where to start?
Send us a couple of details and we will point you to the right course, apprenticeship or job. No obligation, no cost to enquire.
- 18 branches across Northern Ireland
- Department for the Economy approved training provider
- Enquiries answered during branch opening hours
- Prefer to talk? Call 028 2568 9643
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We read it
Your enquiry goes straight to the team at the branch nearest you.
We come back
You hear from a named team member, usually within one working day.