Why Dental Professionals Need Emergency Medical Training
“A patient could collapse on any premises at any time, whether they have received treatment or not. All registrants must be trained in dealing with medical emergencies, including resuscitation, and possess up-to-date evidence of capability.”
— General Dental Council, Scope of Practice (2013)
Course Overview
Medical emergencies can happen anywhere, and dental practices are no exception. As a dental professional, it is essential to be prepared and equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to manage medical emergencies effectively. That is why we have developed a comprehensive training programme that meets the needs of dental professionals and complies with guidance from the CQC and the Resuscitation Council.
Our training programme covers a wide range of topics, including emergency first aid, management of medical emergencies, and compliance with HSE and CQC guidance. Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will be awarded an emergency first aid certificate that complies with the HSE and CQC guidance. They will also receive a certificate in the management of medical emergencies within the dental practice.
Our experienced healthcare professionals deliver the training program using a combination of didactic lectures, case-based discussions, and practical hands-on training. We use training manikins and equipment to simulate realistic emergency scenarios, ensuring that participants develop the necessary skills and confidence to manage medical emergencies effectively.
Learning Outcomes
Once competence has been assessed and this qualification awarded, the candidate will:
- Demonstrate all the skills to properly assess/diagnose major conditions and injuries
- Discuss and demonstrate appropriate management of bleeding, fractures burns and scalds
- Following a structured A to E approach, demonstrate in a simulated environment the treatment of a casualty with various medical conditions/emergencies and give appropriate treatment within the parameters of their knowledge and training until more skilled personnel assume responsibility
- Demonstrate team/scene management skills
- Demonstrate a knowledge of appropriate drug use for medical emergencies
- Demonstrate safe and effective use of emergency resuscitation equipment, including safe use of the AED
- Demonstrate high quality CPR
- Demonstrate use of pulse oximeter and glucometer
- Demonstrate use of auto-injectors and IM injection technique
- Display the ability to work within the team and discuss non-technical skills
- Explain appropriate risk assessments and equipment checks following HSE and CQC guidance
Course Length:
At Least 6 contact hours
Format
Classroom-based lectures + practical group scenarios
Course Assessment:
Assessment is continuous
Certification:
- Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Certificate
- Certificate in Medical Emergency Management for Dental Practices
Course Structure and Programme
The course is highly practical, and candidates will work in small groups to assess and treat simulated emergencies.
- Simulated emergencies in dental surgeries and waiting areas
- Small group scenario training using your own practice equipment and drugs
- Risk-based learning and case-based discussions
- CPR and AED use
- Anaphylaxis and airway management
- Bleeding and trauma
- Choking and unconsciousness
- Emergency drug preparation and delivery
Candidates are expected to manage patients using a structured approach, utilising the appropriate equipment and medications. All candidates will be provided with a first aid manual, medical emergency flow charts and action plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. This course meets the training standards set by the General Dental Council, the Care Quality Commission, and HSE for first aid and emergency preparedness in dental settings.
Yes. You’ll receive an Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate and a Medical Emergency Management in Dentistry certificate, both valid for your CPD and inspection records.
Absolutely. You’ll receive practical training in the use of AEDs, airway adjuncts, auto-injectors, oxygen delivery, and patient monitoring devices.
Yes. Realistic, scenario-based simulations form the core of the course. You’ll treat a “patient” in the dental chair or reception area, using your own equipment where possible.
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Contact Details
Contact our team of clinical professionals who practice what they teach. We would love to hear from you.
Phone: 0333 0122 999
Email: info@rcmstraining.co.uk
86 Forest Walk
Buckley, Flintshire
CH7 3AR