If you're working as a trainee dental nurse and ready to take the next step towards qualifying, you're in the right place. Our NEBDN Level 3 Diploma combines flexible online learning with the experience you're already gaining in practice. You'll build your knowledge, complete your Portfolio of Evidence and prepare for your final assessments with support from the Infills team throughout.
The Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing (RQF) by Infills Academy is accredited by the National Examination Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN), and the qualification is approved by the General Dental Council (GDC). Upon completion, this dental nurse qualification will enable learners to apply for registration with the GDC and work as a qualified dental nurse.
Study in a way that works around your life. Your learning is delivered online through video lessons and course resources, so you can choose when and where you study. You'll also have a personal assessor supporting your progress, while the clinical experience you gain in practice helps you put your learning into action. With flexible start dates, you can begin when you're ready rather than waiting for a new intake.
- Awarding Body: NEBDN (National Examining Board for Dental Nurses)
- Accreditation: General Dental Council (GDC)
- Level: RQF Level 3 (Equivalent to A-Levels)
- Duration: Typically 12–18 months (457 total qualification hours, including 340 Guided Learning Hours)
- Delivery: Blended learning with digital portfolio via PebblePad
The diploma is structured into 10 comprehensive units, covering:
- Professional practice and ethics
- Leadership and teamwork
- Communication in the dental setting
- Inclusive practice and equality
- Assessment and diagnosis
- Treatment planning and referral
- Promoting oral health
- Health and wellbeing (self and team)
- Continuing professional development (CPD)
- Responding to risks and medical emergencies
By the end of your course, you'll have built the knowledge, practical experience and confidence you need to take the next step from trainee to qualified Dental Nurse.
Your assessments are designed to build on the knowledge and practical experience you develop throughout your course. There are three core components:
- Portfolio of Evidence
- Completed online via PebblePad
- Includes: observations, video evidence, patient feedback, witness testimonies
- Minimum of 6 months practical experience required
- Internally assessed and quality assured
- 75-question, 90-minute multiple choice exam
- Tests knowledge across all 10 units
- Taken via MaxExam app, externally marked by NEBDN
- 55-minute online discussion based on workplace scenarios
- Focused on the nine key duties of a Dental Nurse
- Final stage before qualification can be awarded
You don't need to face your final assessments unprepared. We'll help you prepare throughout your course with revision support and mock assessments. All assessments are graded on a Pass/Fail basis, with three resit opportunities available for both the Knowledge Test and Professional Discussion.
More than just online modules
We don't believe in giving you a login and leaving you to figure everything out yourself. Alongside your online learning, you'll have practical resources, revision support and a personal assessor to help you keep moving forward.
- Induction
- Online Modules accessed via our website (can be used for revision)
- End of module tests
- Practical video tutorials
- MOCK exams that replicate the real exams
- Exam revision/q&a sessions
- Access to Pebblepad for POE completion (NEBDN's online software)
- Personal assessor for individual feedback, support and PoE assessment
- NEBDN Knowledge Test and Professional Discussion
Your course is structured around 10 key units, giving you the knowledge and skills you'll need as a qualified Dental Nurse:
- Professional Practice within the Dental Setting
- Leadership, Management, and Teamworking
- Communication in the Dental Setting
- Inclusive Practice
- Assessment and Diagnosis
- Treatment Planning and Referral
- Promoting Oral Health
- Health and Wellbeing (Self & Team)
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Responding to Risks and Medical Emergencies
Throughout the course, you'll develop both your knowledge and practical competence, helping you build the skills, behaviours and professionalism needed for safe and effective dental practice.
Full payment
- £1,475 No VAT added
- Plus £525 NEBDN examination fee, invoiced one month after enrolment
- Total course cost: £2,000
- Klarna available at checkout
- Course access for 18 months
Monthly instalments
- £99 per month for 15 months
- Plus £525 NEBDN examination fee, invoiced one month after enrolment
- Course access for 18 months
Quarterly instalments
- 5 instalments of £295, paid every 3 months
- Plus £525 NEBDN examination fee, invoiced one month after enrolment
- Course access for 18 months
What's included in your course fee?
Includes:
• Online course access for up to 18 months
• End-of-unit tests and mock assessments
• Your own allocated assessor for individual feedback and support
• Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) access via PebblePad
• Exam preparation and revision support
Does not include:
• £525 NEBDN examination fee
• Textbooks or optional reference materials
• Resit fees, where applicable
• Assessment deferrals or course extensions
What happens after I enrol?
- Welcome & enrolment forms – We'll email you and your employer the forms we need to complete your enrolment, along with details of the ID and practice documents required.
- Your Infills welcome gift pack – We'll pop a little something in the post to help you get started.
- Online induction – You'll meet with us online and we'll show you how the course works, what to expect and how to get started.
- Course access – Once your enrolment requirements are complete, you'll receive access to your online course materials.
- NEBDN fee – Your £525 NEBDN examination fee will be invoiced one month after enrolment.
- PebblePad access – Once the NEBDN fee has been paid and your registration processed, NEBDN will issue your PebblePad login. This can take up to 28 days.
- Your course targets – We'll send you your individual coursework targets so you know what you're working towards and can keep your progress on track.
To enrol, you must:
- Aged 16 or over
- Employed as a trainee dental nurse
- Must be working in practice at least 16 hours per week as a trainee
Not working as a trainee dental nurse yet?
You’ll need to be employed as a trainee dental nurse before starting the course, as part of your qualification is completed in the workplace. If you haven't secured a role yet, don't worry — there's no need to enrol just yet. You can explore our free resources while you look for the right trainee position.
How long does the course take?
Most learners complete the course within 12–18 months, depending on their progress and clinical experience in practice.
What does the course consist of?
Your course combines flexible online learning, end-of-module tests, practical video tutorials, mock assessments and revision support. You'll also complete your Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) through PebblePad, with support and feedback from your personal assessor.
Do I need any qualifications before I start?
There are no formal academic qualifications required to enrol, but you'll need to be fluent in written and spoken English. You'll also need to be working as a trainee dental nurse in an appropriate clinical setting to complete the practical elements of the qualification.
How will I be assessed?
There are three core assessment components: your Portfolio of Evidence (PoE), the Knowledge Test and the Professional Discussion. We'll help you prepare for each stage as you progress through the course.
Where are the exams based?
The Knowledge Test and Professional Discussion are completed online, so you won't need to travel to an examination centre.
When are the exams held?
- The Knowledge Test is held twice a year, in April and November.
- The Professional Discussion is held twice a year, in January and June.
We'll support you in preparing for your assessments and make sure you understand the eligibility requirements and deadlines for your chosen assessment window.
