Ott learner application v62014

OTT_LearnerApp_v62014

Orthodontic Team Training Ltd

Learner Application


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: [email protected] 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.

mailto:[email protected]


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 Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision

Taking Dental Impressions TDI Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision

Taking Dental Photographs TDP Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision

Award in Orthodontic Nursing AON Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision Access to Orthodontic patients

Certificate in Advanced Orthodontic Nursing

AONC Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed supervision by a Specialist Orthodontist 12-months qualified experience

Award in Mentoring 8577 Holds the qualification which they propose to mentor. Support of supervisor / line manager

Award in Coaching 8577 Support of supervisor / line manager

Diploma in Dental Nursing DDN

Placement in practice and agreed in-practice supervision

Diploma in Healthcare Administration

DHA Placement in healthcare situation and agreed in-house supervision

Certificate in Oral Health Education COHE Qualified Registered Dental Nurse Agreed in-practice Supervision

Certificate in Dental Radiography CDR 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 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. When 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


*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: Date:


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


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

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?


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:

Ott learner application v62014

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