Post-qualification dental training. Part 2: is there value of training within different clinical settings?

Coleman, Alexandra; Finn, Gabrielle M.

doi:10.1038/s41415-019-0949-4

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“…Previous published research into Dental Core Training has primarily been focused on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery training, with other studies looking at surgical skills amongst junior dentists and more recently into Longitudinal Dental Foundation Training. 1,4,19,25,29 At the time of this research conception and submission, there had been no published UK-wide research into dental core training led uniquely by trainees, giving rise to this study.…”

Section: Figure 1 -Dct National Recruitment Processmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Trying new experiences under the supervision of senior specialists allows the development of new skills alongside highlighting the drawbacks of any potential planned career pathways. 26,29 DCT3 aims to enhance these skills and prepare trainees for specialty training, with over two thirds (69.4%) had possible speciality training in mind when choosing their current, previous or future training posts. 18 There also exists however, a growing proportion of undergraduates who feel they already know which specialty career they wish to pursue and DCT (including LDFT and GPT) facilitates this.…”

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“…Two-year DCT-only posts currently exist in Scotland, as opposed to the highly desireable LDFT/GTP posts that only exist in the Leeds and Newcastle Deaneries, 89% of respondents indicated an interest in a two-year fixed DCT post. 25,29,31,36 The two-year posts give the same experience as a DCT1 and DCT2 post but will give the postholder stability in knowing their location of training for two years, 31 as some applicants are discouraged from applying to DCT with concern around potential change in location, with many not liking the idea of potential annual relocation. 25 Academic year 2019/20 will see Scotland debut two-year fixed DCT posts for the first time.…”

Section: Training Opportunitiesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Dental core training: the trainee perspective

Donnell

Foley

2020

Br Dent J

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Dental Core Training is a postgraduate training period, eligible following successful completion of foundation/vocational training, that has multiple entry points and endpoints with a varied duration from one to three years. The introduction of National Recruitment in 2017, away from a previous individual, Deanery-led process, has introduced new variables such as a ranking-system for preferencing training posts, with the outcome dependent on combined performance at interview and a situational judgement test for which competition is nationally against other applicants. This unique, trainee-led study provides an appreciation and understanding of the motivations and experiences of trainees who pursue Dental Core Training, such as the rationale behind location and specialty choice, perception of National Recruitment and the situational judgement test and influence of salary variation alongside trainee perceptions and experiences of the training programme from inside the trainee perspective. Undertaking Dental Core Training is not a "forever decision" and will stand the trainee in good stead in pursuit of specialty training or a return to general practice, with a wide variety of opportunities that can lead to fulfilling and a rewarding career pathway for enthusiastic dentists.

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Dental core training: the trainee perspective

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Foley

2020

Br Dent J

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“…Recently, there have been numerous changes to dental education to reflect this, with an increasing push towards integrated curricula. Within the UK, upon completion of undergraduate dental education, Dental Foundation Training (DFT) is a mandatory 1‐year training programme based within primary dental care for all graduates who wish to practice dentistry within the UK's National Health Service (NHS; Coleman & Finn, ,b). Upon successful completion of DFT, entry to the NHS Dental Performers List is permitted, and many dentists then go on to work independently as a general dental practitioner.…”

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“…On completion of 1‐year DFT, some graduates apply to 12 months (or longer) of Dental Core Training; the majority of these posts are based within secondary care. Furthermore, there are 2‐year integrated training programmes based within both primary care and secondary care for graduates wishing to pursue this route (Coleman & Finn, ,b). In the context of this study, an appreciation of the different routes a recent graduate can pursue is necessary, as all must be equally prepared to practise and have the same solid grounding within gross anatomy; dentistry is essentially a surgical science (McHanwell, ; McHanwell & Matthan, in press).…”

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The Anatomical Society’s Core Anatomy Syllabus for Dental Undergraduates

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The Anatomical Society has developed a series of learning outcomes in consultation with dentists, dental educators and anatomists delivering anatomical content to undergraduate dental students. A modified Delphi methodology was adopted to select experts within the field that would recommend core anatomical content in undergraduate dental programmes throughout the UK. Utilising the extensive learning outcomes from two UK Dental Schools, and neuroanatomy learning outcomes that remained outside the Anatomical Society's Core Gross Anatomy Syllabus for Medical Students, a modified Delphi technique was utilised to develop dental anatomical learning outcomes relevant to dental graduates. The Delphi panel consisted of 62 individuals (n = 62) from a wide pool of educators associated with the majority of undergraduate dental schools in the UK, representing a broad spectrum of UK Higher Education Institutions. The output from this study was 147 anatomical learning outcomes deemed to be applicable to all dental undergraduate programmes in the UK. The new recommended core anatomy syllabus for dental undergraduates, grouped into body regions, offers a comprehensive anatomical framework with which to scaffold clinical practice. The syllabus, presented as a set of learning outcomes, may be used in a variety of pedagogic situations, including where anatomy teaching exists within an integrated dental curriculum (both horizontally in the basic sciences part of the curriculum and vertically within the clinical years).

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The dental core training experience: the views of trainees and their postgraduate training leads

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IntroductionDental Core Training (DCT) is an optional, postgraduate programme of one-to-three years duration that dentists in the UK can pursue to further strengthen their skillset. AimsTo understand career motivations and preferences of trainees pursuing DCT and their perceptions and experiences of the programme. MethodsData were gathered from: 176 DCT trainees across England through focus groups or individual paper-based responses to questions; and telephone interviews with 10 Associate Postgraduate Dental Deans or Training Programme Directors. ResultsTrainees were generally positive about their overall DCT experience. They developed confidence, self-reliance and skills in team-work and clinical aspects, gaining from exposure to conditions uncommon in general practice. Limitations and challenges varied by post and unit. The importance of broad, cross-specialty experience was recognised. Although run-through training would eliminate unwelcome annual relocation, it was deemed unsuitable for all trainees, particularly those intending a career in general practice. ConclusionDCT appears to be advantageous for those intending careers in general dental practice, those aiming for specialist practice, and those uncertain of their future career trajectory. Although trainees reported positive training experiences and significant gains, future considerations are suggested including maintaining flexibility to accommodate different motives for DCT and limiting across-unit variation.

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Post-qualification dental training. Part 2: is there value of training within different clinical settings?

Cited by 5 publications

References 17 publications

Dental core training: the trainee perspective

Dental core training: the trainee perspective

The Anatomical Society’s Core Anatomy Syllabus for Dental Undergraduates

The dental core training experience: the views of trainees and their postgraduate training leads

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