Oral Healthcare Online training

Oral Healthcare Online Training

Develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to support safe and effective oral healthcare within healthcare and care settings.

This Oral Healthcare Online Training course is designed for healthcare professionals, carers, and support workers involved in supporting patients with oral hygiene, mouth care, and overall wellbeing.

The course helps learners understand oral diseases, healthy mouth care, dentures, oral hygiene routines, oral health risk assessments, and the importance of effective oral care planning in supporting patient comfort, dignity, and health.

Online Oral Healthcare Training for Healthcare Staff

This online Oral Healthcare training module provides healthcare workers with the essential knowledge needed to maintain oral hygiene, recognise common oral health conditions, support patients with dentures and natural teeth, and promote good oral health practices within healthcare settings.

The course focuses on oral health awareness, mouth care procedures, oral care planning, patient support, and safe documentation.

Who Should Complete This Course?

This course is suitable for:

• Nurses
• Healthcare Assistants
• Support Workers
• Senior Carers
• Care Home Staff
• Community Care Workers
• Clinical Support Staff
• Allied Healthcare Professionals
• Agency Healthcare Workers
• Rehabilitation Staff
• Dental Support Staff
• Any healthcare worker involved in patient personal care and oral hygiene support

Course Duration

• Approximately 1 hour online learning
• Self-paced training
• Accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile
• 1 CPD point awarded
• Certificate issued on successful completion
• 6 months access from the date of purchase

Course Aim

The aim of this course is to provide healthcare staff with the knowledge and understanding required to support effective oral healthcare, promote healthy mouths, recognise oral health concerns, and provide person-centred oral care within healthcare settings.

What You Will Learn

By the end of the course learners will be able to:

• Understand how to maintain good oral health
• Recognise common oral diseases and their causes
• Understand oral care procedures
• Identify causes of gum disease
• Support care of natural teeth and dentures
• Conduct oral health risk assessments
• Develop effective oral care plans
• Promote patient comfort and dignity during oral care
• Communicate effectively about oral health needs
• Understand the importance of ongoing oral healthcare support

Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Oral Healthcare

Understand the importance of oral healthcare in maintaining overall wellbeing.

Topics include:

• Importance of oral healthcare
• Relationship between oral and general health
• Role of healthcare workers in oral care
• Patient dignity and comfort
• Supporting healthy oral hygiene habits

Module 2: Oral Diseases and Their Causes

Learn about common oral health conditions and contributing factors.

Topics include:

• Common oral diseases
• Tooth decay
• Gum disease
• Oral infections
• Causes and risk factors
• Early recognition of oral health problems

Module 3: Maintaining a Healthy Mouth

Develop awareness of good oral hygiene practices.

Topics include:

• Healthy mouth routines
• Daily oral hygiene practices
• Brushing and flossing guidance
• Choosing suitable toothpaste
• Diet and oral health
• Preventing oral health problems

Module 4: Tooth Decay and Dental Treatment

Understand the causes of tooth decay and available dental treatments.

Topics include:

• What is tooth decay
• Plaque and bacteria build-up
• Signs and symptoms of decay
• Preventative measures
• Dental treatment options
• Importance of regular dental care

Module 5: Gum Disease and Smoking Awareness

Recognise factors affecting gum health and oral wellbeing.

Topics include:

• Causes of gum disease
• Signs and symptoms of gum problems
• Smoking and oral health risks
• Preventing gum disease
• Supporting healthier lifestyle choices
• Oral cancer awareness

Module 6: Dentures and Care of Natural Teeth

Learn how to support patients with dentures and natural teeth.

Topics include:

• Care of natural teeth
• Denture cleaning and maintenance
• Supporting denture wearers
• Safe storage of dentures
• Recognising denture-related problems
• Patient comfort and dignity

Module 7: Dry Mouth and Oral Comfort

Understand the causes and management of dry mouth conditions.

Topics include:

• Causes of dry mouth
• Effects on oral health
• Hydration and oral comfort
• Supporting patients with dry mouth
• Preventing oral complications
• Comfort measures and support

Module 8: Oral Health Risk Assessments and Care Planning

Develop confidence in oral assessments and care planning.

Topics include:

• Oral health risk assessments
• Identifying high-risk patients
• Developing oral care plans
• Documentation and record keeping
• Monitoring oral health changes
• Communication with multidisciplinary teams

Assessment and Certification

Learners will complete an end of course assessment to test their understanding of oral healthcare, oral diseases, mouth care procedures, oral risk assessments, and oral care planning.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive an Oral Healthcare Online Training certificate.

CPD Information

• 1 CPD point awarded
• Supports Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) continuing professional development requirements

Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) CPD Requirements

It is necessary to complete 35 hours of relevant CPD within the three-year period since your last registration renewal or since joining the register.

Of these 35 hours, a minimum of 20 hours should be dedicated to participatory learning, involving activities that facilitate interaction with other professionals.

Why Choose This Course?

• Flexible online learning
• Designed specifically for healthcare and care staff
• Supports safer oral healthcare practices
• Promotes patient dignity and wellbeing
• Improves awareness of oral health conditions
• Strengthens oral care planning and assessment skills
• Instant certification on completion

Additional Information

If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare directly:

Telephone: 0208 3266 704
Email: contact@trainhealthcare.com

Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.

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Strengthen your understanding of oral healthcare, improve mouth care support skills, and promote safer, person-centred care with Oral Healthcare Online Training today.