{"id":2196,"date":"2025-01-22T15:54:51","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T15:54:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mft.nhs.uk\/dental\/?page_id=2196"},"modified":"2026-05-27T13:18:27","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T13:18:27","slug":"diploma-in-orthodontic-therapy-dip-ortho-ther-rcsed","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mft.nhs.uk\/dental\/diploma-in-orthodontic-therapy-dip-ortho-ther-rcsed\/","title":{"rendered":"Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy (Dip.Ortho Ther RCSEd)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span data-path-to-node=\"8,0\">The Manchester Orthodontic Therapy programme is delivered over one year and designed to train Dental Care Professionals (DCPs) as Orthodontic Therapists. Successful completion of the programme will allow the student to sit the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Diploma Examination in Orthodontic Therapy. Attainment of this qualification allows registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) as a qualified Orthodontic Therapist, who is then permitted to work under the supervision and guidance of a Specialist Orthodontist.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<section>\n                            <div class=\"c-expanded-content\">\n                            <div class=\"c-accordion close-it\">\n                                     <div class=\"c-accordion__item scrollup\" id=\"expand_format_content_and_final_examination_of_the_course\">\n                         <a href=\"#expand_format_content_and_final_examination_of_the_course\" class=\"c-accordion__title\">\n                            <div class=\"c-accordion__arrow\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mft.nhs.uk\/app\/themes\/mft\/dist\/images\/accordion-triangle.svg\" class=\"svg\" alt=\"Arrow\">\n                            <\/div>\n                            <h3 class=\"c-accordion__title-heading\">Format, content and final examination of the course<\/h3>\n                         <\/a>\n\n                          <div class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n                            <\/p>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-44\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"><span data-path-to-node=\"11,0\">The course will be held at The University Dental Hospital of Manchester and is led by the course directors, Mr. Richard Needham and Miss Saskia Schwabe. The programme curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of the GDC Safe Practitioner Framework for Orthodontic Therapists, ensuring that students develop the necessary skills and knowledge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-45\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"><span data-path-to-node=\"12,0\">A variety of guest speakers will deliver a mix of seminars and lectures to cover the theoretical aspects of the curriculum. Typodont practical exercises will be undertaken, allowing students to develop the necessary clinical skills to perform orthodontic procedures as a student Orthodontic Therapist, under the close supervision of their workplace trainer. Qualified Orthodontic Therapists will also contribute to the teaching, by sharing their expertise and experiences. They will serve as mentors, providing additional support to students as required.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-46\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"><span data-path-to-node=\"13,0\">The course is delivered over 11 months, with a one-week induction programme in June, followed by a three-week core teaching programme in August. Additionally, trainees will attend a monthly study day for the duration of the course, to build on existing knowledge and develop exam technique, to prepare them for the final examinations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-47\" data-path-to-node=\"14\"><span data-path-to-node=\"14,0\">All clinical practice will take place in the student&#8217;s clinical working environment under their trainer&#8217;s supervision (please see trainer application form). The trainer must be registered as a Specialist Orthodontist with the GDC.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-48\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"><span data-path-to-node=\"15,0\">After successful completion of the programme, including satisfactory workplace reports and completion of end-term assessments, students will then be eligible to sit the Royal College of Surgeons examination. The final examination is designed to assess the trainee&#8217;s competence to fulfil the role of a qualified Orthodontic Therapist. This will consist of written and structured oral examinations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\n                          <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div> <div class=\"c-accordion__item scrollup\" id=\"expand_applications_for_the_course\">\n                         <a href=\"#expand_applications_for_the_course\" class=\"c-accordion__title\">\n                            <div class=\"c-accordion__arrow\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mft.nhs.uk\/app\/themes\/mft\/dist\/images\/accordion-triangle.svg\" class=\"svg\" alt=\"Arrow\">\n                            <\/div>\n                            <h3 class=\"c-accordion__title-heading\">Applications for the course<\/h3>\n                         <\/a>\n\n                          <div class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n                            <\/p>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-49\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"><span data-path-to-node=\"18,0\">The Orthodontic Therapy student must be registered as a Dental Care Professional with the GDC and have attained at least one year of full-time, or equivalent, post-qualification experience. Students will need to work exclusively in an orthodontic practice with adequate timetabled clinical activity, to achieve the requisite competencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-50\" data-path-to-node=\"19\"><span data-path-to-node=\"19,0\">The recognised Dental Care Professional Roles eligible for application include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-51\" data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0,0\">Dental Nurses<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0,0\">Dental Hygienists<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0,0\">Dental Therapists<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0,0\">Dental Technicians*<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"21\"><i data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">*Dental Technician applicants should demonstrate prior learning and knowledge of clinical dental sciences, patient management and clinical protocols, including cross infection<\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"24\">Enhanced DBS checks<\/h3>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-56\" data-path-to-node=\"25\"><span data-path-to-node=\"25,0\">The course will involve management and treatment of children and\/or vulnerable adults. The student will be required to obtain a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance (EDBS) certificate prior to the start of the programme.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"27\">Indemnity<\/h3>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-57\" data-path-to-node=\"28\"><span data-path-to-node=\"28,0\">The student will be required to obtain appropriate professional indemnity throughout their period of training. It is the trainer&#8217;s responsibility to ensure this is implemented.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"21\"><i data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n<p>\n                          <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div> <div class=\"c-accordion__item scrollup\" id=\"expand_cost_of_course_and_allocation_of_placements\">\n                         <a href=\"#expand_cost_of_course_and_allocation_of_placements\" class=\"c-accordion__title\">\n                            <div class=\"c-accordion__arrow\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mft.nhs.uk\/app\/themes\/mft\/dist\/images\/accordion-triangle.svg\" class=\"svg\" alt=\"Arrow\">\n                            <\/div>\n                            <h3 class=\"c-accordion__title-heading\">Cost of course and allocation of placements<\/h3>\n                         <\/a>\n\n                          <div class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n                            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-58\" data-path-to-node=\"31,0,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"31,0,0,0\">The cost of the course is \u00a313,500 and is non-refundable (pre-payment plans can be arranged).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-59\" data-path-to-node=\"31,1,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"31,1,0,0\">An initial, non-refundable deposit of \u00a31,500 is required once an applicant has accepted a place on the programme. This is payable within 5 working days, to secure their place.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-60\" data-path-to-node=\"31,2,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"31,2,0,0\">Approximately 10 places are available each year.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-61\" data-path-to-node=\"31,3,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"31,3,0,0\">Selection of students is based on the application form, as well as a structured, online interview<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-62\" data-path-to-node=\"31,4,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"31,4,0,0\">Trainers of benchmarked applicants will be contacted for an informal interview, prior to confirmation of the trainee&#8217;s place on the programme.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-63\" data-path-to-node=\"31,5,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"31,5,0,0\">Admission to the course is by competitive entry only.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n                          <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div> <div class=\"c-accordion__item scrollup\" id=\"expand_further_information_how_to_apply\">\n                         <a href=\"#expand_further_information_how_to_apply\" class=\"c-accordion__title\">\n                            <div class=\"c-accordion__arrow\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mft.nhs.uk\/app\/themes\/mft\/dist\/images\/accordion-triangle.svg\" class=\"svg\" alt=\"Arrow\">\n                            <\/div>\n                            <h3 class=\"c-accordion__title-heading\">Further information \/ how to apply<\/h3>\n                         <\/a>\n\n                          <div class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n                            <\/p>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-64\" data-path-to-node=\"34\"><span data-path-to-node=\"34,0\">If you would like to discuss the programme, please contact Kareline Bull, Dental Education Manager, via: Email: <a href=\"mailto:kareline.bull2@mft.nhs.uk\">kareline.bull2@mft.nhs.uk<\/a>, Telephone: <a href=\"tel:0161 272 5671\">0161 272 5671<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"p-rc_1d49b499c4d3b1a7-65\" data-path-to-node=\"35\"><span data-path-to-node=\"35,0\">The applications for the 2027 Orthodontic Therapy Programme will open 28th September 2026 and close on 30th October 2026. Interviews will take place in November 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\n                          <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/section>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<ul>\n<li>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/mft.nhs.uk\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/05\/2027-Orthodontic-Therapy-Factsheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy Factsheet<\/a> here [PDF, 205KB]<\/li>\n<li>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/mft.nhs.uk\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/05\/2027-Orthodontic-Therapy-Application-Information-Pack-Updated.doc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Application Pack here<\/a> [Word doc, 1.3MB]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>Back to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/mft.nhs.uk\/dental\/careers\/school-for-dental-care-professionals\/\" rel=\"noopener\">The School for Dental Care Professionals homepage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]The Manchester Orthodontic Therapy programme is delivered over one year and designed to train Dental Care Professionals (DCPs) as Orthodontic Therapists. 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