Orthodontic Team Training Ltd
Learner Application
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Introduction Welcome to Orthodontic Team Training Ltd. The purpose of this pack is to introduce potential learners to Orthodontic Team Training Ltd (OTT) and allow potential learners to apply for courses run by OTT. Learners and their Mentors / Expert Witness / Supervisor should read the pack in its entirety, print off the relevant pages, complete them and post them, along with any required additional paperwork to: Learner Applications Orthodontic Team Training Ltd 21 Waterloo Place Warwick Street Leamington Spa Warwickshire CV32 5LA If you have any questions relating to this pack please contact us: E: info@orthodonticteamtraining.com T: +44(0)1926 881120 Once the centre has received your application pack you will receive an email confirming receipt of the application. The application will then be reviewed and approved / rejected by the course director and centre manager of OTT, at which time you will be advised of the decision in writing.
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Program Choice Please select the program you are applying for from the list below. It is assumed that upon selecting a program you meet the pre-requisites listed.
Course Name:
Course Code:
Pre-requisites
Casting of Dental Study Models
CSM
Taking Dental Impressions
TDI
Taking Dental Photographs
TDP
Award in Orthodontic Nursing
AON
Certificate in Advanced Orthodontic Nursing
AONC
Award in Mentoring
8577
Award in Coaching
8577
Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision Access to Orthodontic patients Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed supervision by a Specialist Orthodontist 12-months qualified experience Holds the qualification which they propose to mentor. Support of supervisor / line manager Support of supervisor / line manager
Diploma in Dental Nursing
DDN
Diploma in Healthcare Administration Certificate in Oral Health Education
DHA
Certificate in Dental Radiography
CDR
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COHE
Placement in practice and agreed inpractice supervision Placement in healthcare situation and agreed in-house supervision Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision
Applicant Details To be completed by the person applying for the program. Title and full name: Full postal address:
Daytime Contact Telephone no. Evening Contact Telephone no. Email address:
please note this should be your individual email address, not a shared email address
*GDC registration status:
i.e. date registration expires and role which you registered as
*GDC Number: *Qualified nursing programs only – please supply a photocopy of your current GDC certificate with this application
Learner / Mentor Agreement: This learner / mentor agreement contains information about your rights and responsibilities during the program. It sets out: What you can expect from us What we expect from you What we expect from your workplace mentor / expert witness / supervisor We are committed to the concept of equal opportunities for all and to this end our programs are open to all individuals and groups equally. We work hard to ensure that everyone is given equality of opportunity throughout all training. Before When
you become a learner, we will: Welcome enquiries about the training course and deal with all enquiries promptly. Make all potential learners welcome and attempt to overcome any barriers to training. Endeavour to make sure that all commitments, opportunities and financial arrangements are made clear from the start. Give impartial advice without discrimination.
you become a learner, we will: Provide you with quality training using varied teaching methods Provide prompt feedback on your progress. Provide opportunities for you to comment on the training you receive. Offer learning appropriate to your needs and ability.
As a learner we will expect you to: Dress and behave in an appropriate and professional manner. Fulfil learning commitments to the best of your ability and to an appropriate, agreed timescale. Be punctual and give full attendance. Act safely and care for the safety of others Complete all workload requirements in the given timeframes. Adhere to the attendance policy to be considered for examination entry. *Attend revision sessions in the event of receiving a “Fail” notice from DTQ OTT_LearnerApp_v62014
*Maintain and keep your E-portfolio.
As a supervisor / line manager with learners on a program we will expect you to: Provide each candidate with a learning mentor who will support the candidate during workplace learning. Provide each candidate with a learning mentor who will work along-side the course tutors on designated syllabus areas. Make available appropriate, recommended text books for all learners. Attend candidate review meetings and mentor workshops. Allow your candidate appropriate protected study time for learning / study and completion of their E-Portfolio. Ensure your learner attends revision sessions in the event of exam failure. If funding is accessed, take responsibilities for any claw back issues. *Attend calibration sessions at the centre as required *DTQ qualifications only
Should there be cause for complaint during your time on the training course we will follow the complaints procedure set out below. Upon a receipt of a verbal or written complaint acknowledgement will be sent to you within 5 working days. Any complaint against a tutor and or assessor will be dealt with as soon as possible. An independent tutor/assessor will meet and discuss any problem with the complainant to gain as much information as possible in order to try and resolve the complaint informally. Complete records will be kept of all meetings, with copies available for the person making the complaint. At the earliest opportunity the independent tutor/assessor will meet with the member of staff to discuss the complaint, a complete record of this meeting will be taken. A meeting with all parties concerned will be arranged in an attempt to discuss the issue. During this meeting each person concerned will be given an opportunity to express their views. The independent tutor will listen to all parties and attempt to get all parties to reach an agreeable solution. Please note those undertaking there program via distance learning must adhere to the program’s attendance policy. We have included the option to attend sessions through the use of Webinar in order to meet the DTQ guidelines. Applicant Signature:
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Supervisor Details: I agree to all of the terms set out in the Learner / Mentor Agreement. Supervisor Signature:
Date:
Supervisor’s title and full name: Daytime Contact Telephone no. Evening Contact Telephone no. Email address:
please note this should be your individual email address, not a shared email address
*GDC registration status:
i.e. date registration expires and role which you registered as
*GDC Number: *Qualified nursing programs only – please supply a photocopy of your current GDC certificate with this application
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Training Needs Analysis: The following questionnaire must be completed in full by all candidates. Any false information or omissions may jeopardise your place on the course and, or require OTT to notify the *GDC. *GDC registrants only.
Supervisors are asked to counter-sign the questionnaire to ensure accuracy. The purpose of this questionnaire is to assess your individual learning requirements and identify any additional support you may require.
Candidate Name: Supervisor(s)’s Name: Section One: IT skills and access: Do you have unlimited personal access to: Please answer yes or no
Microsoft WORD Adobe Reader Internet access Email
With 1 meaning that you find writing / sending an email difficult and 10 meaning you can do anything on a PC how IT proficient do you believe yourself to be:
Section 2: Qualifications achieved Name of Qualification NB! Please group GSCE results only applicable for Diploma in Dental Nursing / Diploma in Healthcare Administration
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Type: Classroom based or, Distance Learning
Date achieved:
Section 3: Orthodontics – orthodontic nursing programs only! Which of the following are you familiar with? Straight wire systems Self-ligating systems Ceramic bracket systems Lingual appliance systems Invisalign (or similar) Removable appliance systems Functional appliance systems Fixed functional systems Bonded retainers EOT Which of the following duties do you routinely carry out? Chair side assistance Provide oral hygiene instruction Provide appliance instructions Taking dental radiographs Taking dental photographs Taking dental impressions Casting models Letter writing / correspondence Manufacturer of dental appliances (retainers / bleaching trays) Do you have access to the following in practice? Dental laboratory Camera Digitiser Cephalometric radiographs
Section 4: Courses and Education When was the last course you undertook? What was the subject? What type of course was it? Classroom Distance Learning Was there an examination at the end of the course?
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Do you have any special requirements as a learner?
YES
NO
If yes; Please provide details here:
I confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete; Applicant Signature:
Date:
Supervisor Signature:
Date:
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