Safeguarding Children in Sedation Dentistry

About This Course

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of child protection principles and legal frameworks in the UK, techniques for sedation dentistry, communication and consent in pediatric dentistry, and reporting suspected abuse or neglect.

Why Take This Course?

The course covers a range of topics that are essential for UK dental professionals when it comes to working with children. While the care of children’s teeth is paramount, the safety and welfare of the child are also critical considerations. This course addresses the challenges of identifying abuse or neglect and provides guidance on how to report any concerns. Additionally, it provides techniques and safety measures for sedation dentistry, which can be particularly challenging when working with children. Finally, the course emphasizes the importance of communication and consent in pediatric dentistry.

The course is beneficial for dental professionals who work with children as it covers important topics such as child protection principles, identifying signs of abuse, techniques for sedation dentistry, and reporting suspected abuse or neglect. The course also includes case studies and scenario exercises to help dental professionals better understand how to communicate and obtain consent in pediatric dentistry.

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How This Course Supports GDC Enhanced Dental CPD

“Dental professionals have a duty to keep their knowledge and skills up to date. A primary qualification is only the first step in their education and development which should last throughout their professional life” General Dental Council

Learning Objectives	Anticipated Outcomes
1: By the end of this course, learners will be able to accurately recognize signs of child abuse, know how to report suspected cases responsibly, and understand the critical role of a dental professional in child protection.	#REF!
2: Upon completion, learners will have the capacity to formulate and implement strategies to ensure child welfare within their dental practices, including establishing relevant policies and procedures, and fostering a child-safe culture.
3: Participants will demonstrate their ability to apply child protection laws within the context of dentistry, thereby effectively navigating these regulations in their professional practice.
4: By the final session, learners will have mastered the ability to handle and navigate ethical dilemmas in pediatric dentistry, with a firm focus on safeguarding children, including those with special needs.
5: At the course’s conclusion, attendees will have developed the competency to handle disclosures of harm effectively, understanding their immediate responsibilities, required swift actions, and the subsequent steps to ensure the child’s safety.

Regulatory Standards

GDC	CQC
✅ A – Effective Communication ✅ B – Effective Management ✅ C – Maintenance in Field of Practice ✅ D – Maintenance in Patient Confidence	✅ Caring ✅ Effective ✅ Leadership ✅ Responsive ✅ Safe

🕐 90 minutes of Enhanced Dental CPD

Course Description

The course covers child protection principles and legal frameworks in the UK, understanding child abuse and identifying signs of abuse, techniques and safety measures for sedation dentistry, communication and consent in pediatric dentistry, and reporting suspected abuse or neglect, with case studies and scenario exercises throughout.

Course Outline

Section 1

Section 1 of the course covers the general principles of child protection, understanding child abuse, the child protection legal framework in the UK, the role of dental professionals in child protection, and identifying potential signs of child abuse through a case study.

Section 2

Section 2 of the course covers the topics of Safeguarding Children in Sedation Dentistry, Communication and Consent, and Reporting Suspected Abuse or Neglect. It includes an overview of sedation techniques for children, legal and ethical considerations in pediatric sedation dentistry, techniques for effective communication with children and caregivers, identifying the signs of abuse or neglect, and the process of reporting suspected abuse. The section concludes with comprehensive case studies for application and a final summary of the course.

Section 3

Section 3 of this course covers child protection, communication and consent, and reporting suspected abuse or neglect. It includes an overview of child protection principles, understanding child abuse, the legal framework in the UK, and the role of a dental professional in child protection. Additionally, it covers informed consent in pediatric dentistry, effective communication with children and caregivers, and techniques for identifying and reporting suspected abuse or neglect. The section concludes with case studies and a comprehensive review of the course content.

Section 4

Section 4 of this course covers reporting suspected abuse or neglect. It includes topics such as identifying signs of abuse, roles and responsibilities for reporting, the process of reporting, and overcoming barriers to reporting. The section also includes a case study on navigating a complex reporting scenario.

Section 5

Section 5 of this course provides a comprehensive review and application of the knowledge and skills gained throughout the course. In this section, learners will review the principles of child protection, communication and consent, and reporting suspected abuse or neglect. Additionally, learners will participate in case studies to apply their knowledge and skills in a practical context. The section concludes with a final summary and course conclusion.

Course Reviews

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This course has greatly expanded my knowledge on child protection in dentistry. The case studies and scenario exercises were particularly helpful in understanding how to identify signs of abuse and neglect.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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I found the section on sedation dentistry techniques to be incredibly informative. The safety measures presented were practical and easy to implement in my practice.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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The course provided valuable insights on communication and consent in pediatric dentistry. The legal frameworks discussed were especially useful in ensuring that I am providing the highest quality care to my younger patients.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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