Core Skills Programme for Frontline Dental Staff

This specially designed Core Skills Programme for Frontline Dental Staff is tailored for non-clinical and patient-facing roles in dental practices. Delivered entirely online in focused 2 to 3-hour sessions, this flexible training fits around busy schedules and supports continuous learning without the need for full-day absences.

Through interactive virtual sessions held on MS Teams, your team will develop the essential skills, behaviours, and confidence to support excellent patient care, handle challenging conversations, and prepare for regulatory inspections – all aligned with CQC and GDC standards.

Who is it for?

  • Dental receptionists
  • Treatment coordinators
  • Front desk and admin teams
  • Practice support staff
  • Anyone involved in patient-facing or support roles in dental practices

Programme Format:

  • Five engaging online sessions, each lasting 2-3 hours
  • Delivered live via MS Teams or your preferred platform
  • Interactive activities, breakout rooms, polls, and real-world dental scenarios

Learning Objectives:

  • Improve confidence in communication and patient support
  • Master call handling, appointment management, and time organisation
  • Understand GDPR, consent, and complaint handling specific to dental services
  • Build personal resilience and effective teamworking skills
  • Prepare confidently for CQC visits with myth-busting and practical tips

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Modules at a glance

Module 1: Patient Communication  & Experience in Dental Settings

 

Deliver excellent service, manage dental anxiety, and support patients through treatment decisions.

Module 2: Effective Call Handling, Time Management & Flow

 

Develop skills in triaging calls, managing cancellations, and supporting appointment flow.

Module 3: GDPR, Consent & Complaints in Dental Practice

 

Clarify responsibilities in data protection, confidentiality, and professional complaint responses.

Module 4: Resilience, Teamworking & Working Under Pressure

 

Maintain wellbeing, build strong team dynamics, and manage stress in busy dental environments.

Module 5: CQC MythBusters & Preparing for Inspections

 

Understand CQC’s role, dispel myths, and learn how to contribute confidently during visits.

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Duration: 5 sessions – 2 or 3 hours/session

Location: Online