Tempdent has announced that, from January 2027, learners enrolling onto its Level 4 Oral Health Practitioner Apprenticeship will also receive the Certificate in Dental Radiography embedded in to the course at no additional training cost.
The enhancement means apprentices will graduate with two nationally recognised qualifications through one apprenticeship programme, equipping them with a broader clinical skillset while delivering even greater value for employers.
The announcement comes as Tempdent approaches its 30th anniversary this November, marking three decades of supporting the dental profession through training, qualifications and workforce development. As part of this milestone, Tempdent is continuing its commitment to investing in learners and employers by strengthening one of its flagship apprenticeship programmes.
Delivering greater value for Dental Practices
The Level 4 Oral Health Practitioner Apprenticeship is funded through the Government’s apprenticeship funding model, making it a highly cost-effective way for dental practices to invest in workforce development.
From January 2027, that value will increase even further, with learners gaining the Certificate in Dental Radiography as part of the apprenticeship at no additional training cost.
By combining two recognised qualifications within a single programme, practices can develop broader clinical expertise within their teams while avoiding the additional cost and administration associated with separate training programmes.
Supporting career progression and patient care
Designed for GDC-registered Dental Nurses and other eligible dental care professionals, the Level 4 Oral Health Practitioner Apprenticeship provides a progressive route into enhanced patient care, prevention and oral health education.
The programme enables learners to take on greater responsibility within the dental team, supporting the delivery of preventative care and oral health promotion across both clinical and community settings. It opens new career pathways and supports closer collaboration with Dentists, Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists.
The addition of Dental Radiography further enhances the programme, enabling learners to develop a broader clinical skillset and increasing their value within the dental team.
A continued commitment to the profession
As Tempdent celebrates 30 years in dental education and workforce development, the inclusion of Dental Radiography within the Oral Health Practitioner Apprenticeship reflects the organisation’s ongoing commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for learners while helping practices build a more capable and future-ready workforce.
