Post-CCST General Professional
Post CCST Consultant Development Framework in Paediatric Dentistry
Paediatric Dentistry is one of the recognised Consultant-led dental specialties and the role of the Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry is akin to that of consultants in the other medical and dental disciplines. It is recognised, however, that a CCST holder employed as a substantive or honorary consultant in the NHS is required not only to practise core specialist skills but also to possess the knowledge, skills and attitudes to enable him or her to assume a leadership role in respect of service provision, education/training and management.
To attain the position of a consultant, individuals would have pursued and been examined on their higher professional training, which is additional to the requirements for entry to the Specialist Register. This additional training is mainly hospital and paediatrics orientated to include immuno-compromised patients and those with tumours, cleft lip and palate as well as patients with haematological, endocrine and other disorders. Thus there is a distinct difference between the role and training of a consultant compared to that of a specialist. The Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry trains for an additional two years post CCST. Demonstration of the learning outcomes
SAC in Paediatric Dentistry, 2014
Key:
Teaching and Learning methods
ACI = audit/critical incident analysis; CA = clinical attachment; CBL = case-based learning; CTS = clinical teaching/supervision; EC = external course; MDC = multidisciplinary clinic; PW = project work; SDL = self-directed learning; ST = structured teaching; 360 = 360° degree appraisal
Assessment methods
ISFE = Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship examination; PDP = personal development bportfolio; WBA = workplace-based assessment