Curriculum: Dental Technician 2018

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The main field of activity is the profession of dental technology, particularly the work of a dental technician in the dental technology laboratory. The curriculum also allows graduates to be managers in an establishment manufacturing dentures, in a company mediating dental technical products in Estonia as well as abroad and as a lecturer of the Chair of Dental Technology. Dental technicians are able to continue their education in Master`s studies.

The aim of the Curriculum of Dental Technician is to provide internationally recognized dental technicians with professional higher education, who possess knowledge and skills to prepare dental prostheses and orthodontic appliances as well as conducting applied research, and have readiness to develop the field of the profession and engage in lifelong learning.

Curriculum contains:
9 modules (210 ECTS)

Dental Restorations I 48 ECTS
Dental Restorations II 44 ECTS
Dental Restorations III 36 ECTS
Study of Function 12 ECTS
Basics of Health Care 23 ECTS
Basics of Material and Colour Studies 8 ECTS
Professional Development 14 ECTS
Research Methodology 20 ECTS
Elective Subjects 5 ECTS

Volume of Practical Training 59 ECTS
Volume of Graduation Thesis 5 ECTS
Volume of Elective Subjects 5 ECTS

1. Has a systematic overview of main theoretical concepts of dental technology, material qualities and technologies used in making dental prostheses.
2. Knows the possibilities of application of the profession of dental technician and is aware of current issues of the field, is able to formulate, analyse and connect them to other specialties and offer different solutions.
3. Orientates in evidence-based professional information, is able to independently collect, critically analyse, and use the information.
4. Is able to prepare dentures and orthodontic treatment appliances using appropriate methods and technologies, is able to critically plan and assess potential consequences.
5. Possesses necessary skills in management, entrepreneurship and teamwork needed to work as a dental technician.
6. Is able to explain dental technology problems orally and in writing in Estonian and in English, using modern tools of information technology and communication technology.
7. Is able to apply acquired knowledge and skills in his/her work, is ready to work as a dental technician and is guided by the professional ethics.
8. Understands the principles of lifelong learning and opportunities and possibilities of professional development, keeps abreast of the latest achievements in dental technology.

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In addition to obligatory subjects in the curriculum, it is required to pass 5 ECTS of elective subjects in order to create possibilities to realize students’ individual needs and intellectual interests.

Certificate of the secondary or vocational secondary education or equivalent qualification.

Completing the curriculum in full and receiving a positive grade in defending the graduation thesis.

Diploma of professional higher education

Diploma of Professional Higher Education with academic transcript and Diploma Supplement in English.

Master´s studies