The EduQual Diploma in Implant Dentistry (SCQF Level 11) is a part time program of 1-3 years duration delivered jointly by the Cambridge Academy of Dental Implantology (UK) and The Implant Institute (Perth, WA).  The 120 credits qualification is regulated by Qualifications Scotland Accreditation. It has been credit-rated by EduQual for the SCQF (Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) at SCQF Level 11, which is comparable to a Level 7 qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). Holders of this qualification may use the postnominals GradDip (ImpDent).

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This program is suitable for beginners and experienced implant dentists.  We run 2 cohorts each year, with intakes in September 2026 and January 2027.

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The EduQual Diploma in Implant Dentistry (SCQF Level 11) utilises a blend of online theory and contact practical classes to provide part-time education and qualification opportunities with reduced disruption to your practice​

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COURSE STARTS: 21st September 2026

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The programme is delivered as a blend of face-2-face practical training (Module 2) and tutor supported online learning via our dedicated VLE.

Module 1:  Patient Assessment, Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
21 September 2026 - 25 October 2026
Online - VLE
Week 1:  Principles of dental implantology, implant surfaces & osseointegration
Week 2:  Patient assessment & radiographic imaging
Week 3:  CBCT in implant dentistry
Week 4:  Risk analysis, treatment planning & informed consent
Week 5:  Postoperative management & complications in implant dentistry

Module 2:  Implant Restoration
2 November 2026 - 6 December 2026
Online - VLE
Week 1:  Evaluating osseointegration 
Week 2:  Occlusal terminology, assessment and function
Week 3:  Planning the prosthodontics - provisional & definitive restorations
Week 4:  Abutment design & selection
Week 5:  Long term maintenance & peri-implant pathology

Module 3:  Complex Cases & Augmentation
4 January 2027 - 7 February 2027
Online - VLE
Week 1:  Immediate, early & late implant placement
Week 2:  Principles of bone augmentation & GBR
Week 3:  Bone & soft tissue grafting and socket preservation
Week 4:  Platlet Rich Fibrin (PRF) 
Week 5: All-on-X and multi-implant restorations

Module 4:  Digital Implant Dentistry & Guided Surgery
22 February 2027 - 28 March 2027
Online - VLE
Week 1:  CBCT Level 1
Week 2:  Digitisation of the dentition & DICOM/STL stitching
Week 3:  Prosthetic & surgical digital planning 
Week 4:  3D printing & guided implant surgery
Week 5:  Putting it all together (course resume)

Module 5:  Practical Skills Week Date: 
Date:  TBC
Location:  TBC
- CBCT evaluation & prosthodontic analysis
- Implant planning using CBCT software (Blue Sky Plan)
- Surgical euipment setup and operative asepsis
- Placement of dental implants into models
- Flap raising and suturing on pig jaws
- Open & closed tray impressions
- Fitting the prosthesis
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Module 6:  Coursework - treatment planning simulated clinical cases (Beginners Pathway)*
5 April 2027 - 30 June 2027
Online - VLE
Weeks 1&2:  Treatment planning coursework - taking a history, assessing risk & record a diagnosis
Weeks 3-5:  Treatment planning coursework - digital prosthodontic & surgical planning
Weeks 6-8:  Treatment planning coursework - writing a treatment plan & formulating a consent document
Week 9&10:  Coursework assessment - formulating a long term maintenance plan
Weeks 11&12:  Professional reflection coursework assignment

*  Delegates on the Experienced Practitioner Pathway submit 6 Case Reports of their own past cases for Module 6

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