All Training
Whether you are a care provider or an individual wanting to book training, we've got it covered!
The training in oral healthcare is suitable for all types of care settings to include, nursing, residential, community care services, learning disability organizations, hospitals and hospice.
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How long is the training?This will depend on which training you have selected. Please view the training choices below for details.
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What is covered?The training is comprehensive without being complex in detail and covers everything required to manage mouth care for vulnerable adults Plenty of practical advice is given throughout the training to help develop practical skills and build confidence.
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What are the learning objectives?By the end of the training, participants will have learned: - **Best Practices in Mouth Care:** Effective oral care techniques, including support for individuals with complex needs and proper denture care. - **Common Oral Health Issues:** Identification and management of conditions such as bleeding gums, dry mouth, and ulcers. - **Oral and General Health Link:** Understanding how oral health impacts overall well-being and systemic health. - **Best Practices and Clinical Governance:** Compliance with current standards, policies, and quality care frameworks. - **Oral Health Assessments:** How to assess oral health needs, including identifying soft tissue findings. - **Managing Resistant Behavior:** Practical strategies to support individuals who resist mouth care. - **Palliative and End-of-Life Oral Care:** Latest guidance, recommended tools, and best practices for maintaining comfort and dignity in palliative care.
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Will I receive a certificate?Yes, you will receive an email after you have completed the training with a Certificate of Attendance and resources.
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Is a Dental Care Professional (DCP) the same as a dentist?A Dental Care Professional (DCP) is not the same as a dentist. DCPs are qualified to practice certain aspects of dental care and include titles such as dental hygienists and dental hygiene therapists. They are eligible for GDC registration and can deliver oral health education, tailored mouth care, and support to care staff. For more details, please refer to the General Dental Council website.
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How can I learn more about the 3-day programme?To find out more about what the 3 days entail, you can organize for us to give you a call by using the contact form available on our website. We require specific details about your care home to propose the best way to carry out the site visits with minimal disruption. Once we have this information, we will submit a detailed 3-day plan to provide a structured approach for your organization.
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We are a community care based, can we have this service too?Yes. The 3 Day In-House service can be applied to any care company whether it is community care, learning disabilities, hospital, hospice or elderly and nursing.
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Will I receive a certificate?Absolutely! Every staff member who participates in an in-house training session will receive a certificate, which will be sent to the care home. Additionally, the care home itself will be awarded a certificate upon completing the 3-day programme.
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Can the DCP carry out oral health assessments for all of our residents?The Oral Champion/s will received training on how to carry out an Oral Health Assessment to include what to look for in the mouth. The visiting DCP will be happy to carry out an oral health assessment for each resident and place it in the oral care plan. Particularly as this is one of the criticisms from CQC SMiling Matters Revised Report 2023.
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We are having difficulty registering residents with a dentist. Can we register with you?We are not dentists and although we are able to attend to residents oral health we are unable to carry out other aspects of dentistry. However, we are partnered with At Home Dental [domiciliary dentists] who we can put you in touch with.
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Will we be able to have oral champions trained?Yes, Depending on the size of the care home will determined how many Oral Champions you require training. Oral Champions will receive separate training. It is a CQC recommendation that care homes have an Oral Champion. Oral Champions are vital to the success raising the standard of oral healthcare.
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Do you help with CQC compliance?Yes, we will ensure that you have everything in place and help you with anything your oral care policy, plans and assessments.
TRAINING IN ORAL HEALTHCARE
2hrs Oral Care Training [Face to Face]
Up to 12 staff
Our 2-hour face-to-face oral care training equips care staff in care homes with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills to provide effective mouth care for vulnerable adults, including those with complex needs, dementia, and those receiving end-of-life care. Delivered by a local dental care professional, this interactive session ensures staff feel confident and competent in delivering best-practice oral healthcare.
Cost £285
Group Webinar Training
2hrs Oral Care Training for all staff
Up to 15 staff
Our Live Webinar Oral Care Training is a convenient and interactive way for care staff to develop essential oral health skills from any location. This engaging online session is designed specifically for those caring for vulnerable adults in care homes and ensures best practices in oral care are followed.
Training Details:
🖥️ Format: Live webinar
👥 Capacity: Up to 15 staff members
⏳ Duration: 2 hours
🎓 Content: Covers essential oral care techniques, identifying oral health issues, and practical strategies for supporting residents with complex needs.
This interactive training allows staff to ask questions in real-time and gain valuable insights into best practice oral care—without the need for travel!
Cost £185
Train the Trainer Course
Cascade Learning within your care home/ organisation
Our Train the Trainer Oral Care Course is designed for care homes looking to develop in-house oral health champions. This bespoke training is tailored to the specific needs of each care home and is suitable for all levels of experience—whether you are new to training or an experienced trainer.
Participants will receive a comprehensive training kit to support their future training sessions. By the end of the course, attendees will be able to confidently deliver engaging and informative oral care training to care staff, ensuring best practices are followed in supporting vulnerable adults.
Course Details:
🕙 Time: 10 AM – 3 PM
📍 Location: On-site at your care home (or specified venue)
🎓 Includes: Training kit, practical demonstrations, and interactive learning techniques.
Equip your team with the skills to promote and maintain excellent oral care standards within your care setting!
Training delivered via Live webinar £500
Training delivered Face to Face £650
Train the Trainer Refresher Course
Oral Champion Course
The Oral Champion Course is designed to equip care staff with the knowledge and skills to champion oral health within their care home. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) highlights the importance of having an Oral Champion to promote good practice and act as a vital link between care homes and dental professionals.
Course Details:
📅 Held: Once a month
⏳ Time: 10am - 1pm
By the end of this course, you will:
✔️ Have a comprehensive understanding of oral health and its impact on overall health and well-being.
✔️ Learn how to care for individuals with different needs, including those with complex conditions.
✔️ Understand your role as an Oral Champion and how to support staff in improving oral care standards.
✔️ Gain the confidence to cascade oral healthcare knowledge to your team, ensuring best practices in your care setting.
This course empowers you to make a real difference in improving oral health outcomes for vulnerable adults in care.
Cost £85 per oral champion
Enroll all Staff Plan
Provide ongoing training
Our Enrol All Care Staff Plan offers a convenient and cost-effective way to ensure that everyone involved in personal care receives essential oral care training. With our e-Learning platform, your entire team can access engaging and informative training at their own pace. Simply pay one annual fee and enrol all staff, ensuring compliance and consistency in oral healthcare across your organisation.
eLearning
e-Learning: Flexible & Cost-Effective Oral Care Training
Our e-Learning course is designed for both individuals and organisations looking to train multiple staff members in oral care for vulnerable adults. It provides a cost-effective, accessible, and user-friendly training solution.
Key Features:
✅ Flexible Learning – Short, structured modules that can be paused and resumed at any time.
✅ Engaging Content – Clear, interactive lessons with visual and audio cues to enhance learning.
✅ Knowledge Checks – Intermittent quizzes to reinforce understanding.
✅ Accessible Anytime, Anywhere – Learn at your own pace from any device.
Our e-Learning course ensures staff receive consistent, high-quality training, improving oral healthcare practices across care homes.
DURATION 40mins
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