Professional Development Award in Dental Practice Management
This Professional Development Award has been designed to provide a formal qualification for those working (or those who aspire to work) in a supervisory or managerial role within the dental environment.
Completion of this qualification aims to develop the key management skills, knowledge and competences required of a manager within a dental environment. In addition, this award will provide individuals with the opportunity to improve on their professional practice, to evidence continuing professional development and to engage in reflective practice.
As of 1 February 2026, the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is now Qualifications Scotland. You will see references to both names as we update our resources.
Course Structure
Course Information
This PDA in Dental Practice Management SCQF Level 8 programme will be delivered in an online format, comprising of attendance of 10 study sessions.
Please click the calendar icon for further information on the course dates and Application Process.
Guidance on Application Process for the Dental Practice Management Programme
Applications Open 9am Wednesday 15th April
Application Details
Applications will open via Microsoft Forms from 9:00am on Wednesday 15 April and will close at 9:00am on Wednesday 29 April.
The MS Form cannot be saved and returned to later. Please ensure you set aside enough uninterrupted time to complete and submit your application in one sitting.
The application will ask you to write two short statements. In preparation, please review the course prospectus and timetable in advance - to be well informed about the programme content, dates, and requirements.
You will be asked to provide your Scottish Candidate Number (SCN). This applies only if you have previously studied in Scotland. You can find your SCN on past SQA certificates.
There are 12 places available. All applications received will go through a shortlisting process.
Contact us
For any queries, please email Sarah Gourley, Specialist Lead DCP Tutor - sarah.gourley@nhs.scot