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Bloodborne Pathogens in Dental Practice - Level 1 - e-learning Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -
Online Bloodborne Pathogens in Dental Practice - Level 1 Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -

Bloodborne Pathogens in Dental Practice - Level 1

Trusted by over 1 million learners, The Mandatory Training Group delivers accredited courses through ComplyPlus™ LMS, our AI-powered, interactive e-learning platform. Designed for compliance and impact, our training supports CQC, Ofsted, HSE and other regulatory standards.

Price:

£19.99 + VAT

Level:

1

Duration:

1 hour

Method:

Fully online 24/7 via ComplyPlus™ LMS

Platform:

Desktop, Laptop, Mobile, Tablet

Course access expiry:

365 days

Certificate validity:

3 years - CPD-accredited, instant digital certificate on completion

Last updated:

05 August 2026 (V2.6)

Accepted payments:

Course overview

CPD-Accredited | CQC & HSE Aligned | ComplyPlus™ LMS

This Bloodborne Pathogens in Dental Practice Level 1 online course develops awareness of the risks of bloodborne viruses in dental settings. It covers hepatitis B, hepatitis C and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), exposure routes, dental risk hotspots, standard precautions, sharps safety, personal protective equipment, decontamination and post-exposure action. Learners also explore reporting, confidentiality, non-stigmatising communication, incident response and learning from near misses.

Course content

This Bloodborne Pathogens in Dental Practice e-learning course covers:

  • Bloodborne viruses relevant to dentistry, including hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV
  • Percutaneous, mucocutaneous, and non-intact skin exposure routes
  • Dental risk hotspots involving sharps, splashes, clinical instrument transfer, and decontamination
  • Standard precautions, personal protective equipment, and consistently safer clinical workflows
  • Sharps handling, point-of-use disposal, designated transfer zones, and sharps container safety
  • Immediate post-exposure first aid, prompt reporting, recording, and urgent escalation
  • Confidentiality, non-stigmatising communication, effective near-miss reporting, and learning from incidents.

Who is this course for?

This Bloodborne Pathogens in Dental Practice eLearning course is for at-risk dental staff, including:

  • Dentists
  • Trainee dental nurses
  • Dental hygienists, dental therapists and orthodontic therapists
  • Clinical dental technicians and dental technicians
  • Practice managers
  • Infection prevention and control leads
  • Decontamination staff
  • Clinical or non-clinical dental staff identified by local risk assessment.

Aims

The aims of this Bloodborne Pathogens in Dental Practice online course are to:

  • Develop knowledge and confidence to recognise bloodborne virus exposure risks in dental practice and apply consistent precautions, safer sharps handling, personal protective equipment, controlled workflows, and appropriate prevention measures
  • Strengthen understanding of immediate post-exposure action, reporting, recording, urgent escalation, confidentiality, non-stigmatising communication, and learning from incidents and near misses to support safer dental practice.

Learning objectives

This Bloodborne Pathogens in Dental Practice e-learning course will:

  • Define bloodborne viruses relevant to dental practice and explain key exposure routes
  • Explore dental hotspots involving sharps, splashes, instrument transfer, and decontamination
  • Explain standard precautions, personal protective equipment, safer workflows, and point-of-use disposal
  • Describe controlled instrument transfer, sharps container positioning, and decontamination handling
  • Present the post-exposure pathway of first aid, reporting, recording, and urgent escalation
  • Explain factual incident documentation, confidentiality, and appropriate support
  • Explore respectful, non-stigmatising communication in dental practice
  • Demonstrate how incident and near-miss reporting supports learning, prevention, and safer systems.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Bloodborne Pathogens in Dental Practice eLearning course, you will be able to:

  • Define bloodborne viruses and identify hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV relevant to dentistry
  • Describe percutaneous, mucocutaneous, and non-intact skin exposure routes
  • Identify dental hotspots involving sharps, splashes, instrument transfer, and decontamination
  • Apply standard precautions, safer sharps handling, point-of-use disposal, personal protective equipment, and safe workflows
  • Explain the post-exposure pathway of first aid, reporting, recording, and urgent escalation
  • Record exposure incidents accurately and factually
  • Use confidential, respectful, and non-stigmatising communication
  • Explain how incident and near-miss reporting supports prevention, learning, and safer dental practice.

Course assessment

  • Multiple-choice knowledge assessment with a minimum pass mark of 80%
  • Assessment questions mapped directly to course learning outcomes
  • Unlimited assessment retakes included
  • Confirms knowledge of bloodborne virus risks, exposure prevention, sharps safety, post-exposure action, reporting, and escalation.

Course certification

  • CPD-accredited digital certificate issued on successful course completion
  • Certificate available for immediate download as a secure PDF
  • Supports evidence of Level 1 knowledge of bloodborne pathogen risks, exposure prevention, and post-exposure action in dental practice
  • Certificate authenticity can be verified via the ComplyPlus™ platform.

Refresher requirements

  • This course certificate should be refreshed every 3 years
  • Earlier refresher is advised if legislation, guidance, workplace policy, or risk assessments change.

Course accreditation

  • Externally reviewed and accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service, ensuring high-quality training meeting international standards
  • Supports Care Quality Commission (CQC), General Dental Council (GDC) and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) expectations
  • Informed by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations, the Sharps Regulations 2013, Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) 01-05, and UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) guidance on bloodborne viruses.

Frequently asked questions

Why is this bloodborne pathogens in dental practice online course important?
This online course helps dental staff recognise bloodborne virus risks, prevent exposure, respond promptly to incidents, and support safer clinical practice.
What does this bloodborne pathogens in dental practice e-learning course cover?
This e-learning course covers bloodborne viruses, routes of exposure, sharps safety, standard precautions, PPE, post-exposure action, reporting, and escalation.
How does this bloodborne pathogens eLearning course support safer dental practice?
This eLearning course builds awareness of exposure risks, safer sharps handling, standard precautions, incident response, and reporting.
How do I log on to the eLearning platform?
After purchasing a course, you'll receive an email with your login details and a platform access link to ComplyPlus? LMS (optimised for Google Chrome). Your email address will serve as your fixed username. To avoid access issues, ensure your purchase information is accurate and up to date.
I haven't received my login details. What should I do?
Your login details are emailed automatically right after purchase. Please check your Spam or Junk folder, as some email providers (like Google or Yahoo) may direct them there.
How do I download my certificate(s)?

Once you have successfully completed the end-of-course assessment with a passing score, your certificate will be made available online on ComplyPlus? LMS . It is issued in a quality-assured PDF format and can be downloaded directly from the platform.

Once available, you can:

  • Download the certificate directly to your device
  • Save a digital copy for your records
  • Print a physical copy if needed.

No physical copy will be mailed, as all certificates are issued electronically for convenience and instant access.

Can I request name changes on certificates?

Learners are not allowed to change their names directly in the LMS. This is to ensure that the name reflected on the certificate belongs to the actual individual who completed the course and to prevent the risk of name forgery or transferring certificates to others.

If you need to request a name change, please contact our Support Team by submitting your concern through this form. Kindly include a clear reason for the change and any supporting documentation required for verification.

Do you give discounts for bulk purchases?

Yes, we offer competitive volume discounts for organisations enrolling multiple candidates in any of our online training courses. To view our current volume discount options, click here.

Login steps

  1. If you are a New User, check the email you provided for the login instructions
  2. If they are not in your Inbox, please check your Junk/Spam folder
  3. Follow the instructions provided and proceed to the LMS
  4. If you are an Existing User, proceed to your account
  5. If you cannot remember your account password, click here
  6. If you bought 1 license, you can either assign the course to yourself or another person once you log in
  7. If you bought 2 or more licenses of the same course, a group account will be automatically created so you can add and monitor your learners.

Need Help? Contact our support team via Live Chat for quicker assistance or email info@mandatorytraining.co.uk

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