The aim of this one-year course is to provide you with thorough theoretical knowledge, skills and competences associated with knowledgeable, caring and professional behaviour, in a variety of health settings where the dental team operates. We will help you to further develop intellectually by receiving knowledge focused on general and oral health and disease.
You are eligible to the Diploma course through a) the successful completion of the Preparatory Course for Diploma in Dental Surgery Assistance or b) evidence of DSA qualifications, as outlined in detail below. You will learn and consolidate your clinical skills by being exposed to a number of clinics under the remit of the various specialties, as well as in the dental laboratory. The Diploma course will enable you to further refine your intellectual and clinical proficiency so as to allow you to seek direct employment or further studies, after completion of the course.
The aim of this one-year course is to provide you with thorough theoretical knowledge, skills and competences associated with knowledgeable, caring and professional behaviour, in a variety of health settings where the dental team operates. You will further develop intellectually by receiving knowledge focused on general and oral health and disease. The theory supporting the various disciplines in dentistry will be discussed in detail.
Eligibility to the Diploma course is through
the successful completion of the Preparatory Course for Diploma in Dental Surgery Assistance or
evidence of DSA qualifications, as outlined in detail below.
As a successful candidate, you will follow a structured course based on your entry qualifications and as directed by the Board of Studies.
You will acquire clinical training and will learn and consolidate your clinical skills by being exposed to a number of clinics under the remit of the various specialties, as well as in the dental laboratory. The Diploma course will enable you to further refine your intellectual and clinical proficiency so as to allow you to seek direct employment or further studies, after completion of the course.
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to deliver the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge underpinning the practice of dental assistance. It is intended if you are interested in advancing the standards of your vocation. More specifically, the course will provide a sufficient body of knowledge to enable you to undertake your prescribed work with care, safety and responsibility and to recognize the full scope of your remit.
The course aims to:
Provide thorough knowledge and reflection to enable you to practice your vocation in a professional and accountable manner.
Provide a sound knowledge of oral and general health and disease.
Provide principles of public health and basic oral health education and prophylaxis techniques to patients.
successful completion of the Pre-Tertiary Certificate in Dental Surgery Assistance offered by the University of Malta or
the MCAST Diploma for Dental Surgery Assistants or equivalent.
Prior to enrolling, accepted applicants are also required to undergo an occupational health assessment as detailed in the Occupational Health Protocol approved by the Faculty Board, so as to ascertain that they are fit for the duties related to their proposed studies. Students who do not fulfil this requirement shall be barred from attending the clinical placements.
You can submit your application online. The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta.
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Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt, and our team will be more than happy to help.
After you receive an offer from us, our International Office will assist you with visas, accommodation and other related issues.
Year and Summer Period
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
* Study-unit DSG1000 to be taken ONLY by candidates in possession of the Preparatory Course for the Diploma in Dental Surgery Assistance. It starts in semester 1 and continues up to the summer period.
Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)
Dental Specialties for Dental Assistants 10 - Geriatric Dentistry
4 ECTS
(NC)
**Study-units DNS1012, and ORC1003 to be taken ONLY by candidates in possession of the MCAST Diploma for Dental Surgery Assistants, or equivalent.Requirement for the award of Diploma in Dental Surgery Assistance: 60 ECTS credits.
By the end of the programme of study, you will be able to:
Discuss ethical rights in a clinical and community-based setting, using legal and ethically acceptable policies.
Ensure health and safety precautions of patients in clinical settings using clinically acceptable policies.
Assist as part of a dental team in clinical procedures associated with treatment of dental disease.
Perform instrument/equipment sterilization techniques in an effective manner.
Report basic clinical data of patients in treatment records, as instructed by dental clinicians, by using clinically acceptable indices.
Perform tasks in dental practice management, such as stock keeping and communication with patients.
Non EU Applicants:
Total Tuition Fee: Eur 10,800
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As a graduate you will be employable within the private sector and in the government health services. If you are in possession of a Diploma in Dental Surgery Assistance (Second Class or better), then you will be able to progress to the Bachelor courses offered by the Faculty of Dental Surgery.
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