DIPLOMA IN DENTAL HEALTH WORKER Course Fee : 55000 Duration : 55000 Eligibility : 12TH

 

Diploma in Dental Health Worker (DDHW)

Course Name: Diploma in Dental Health Worker
Short Name: DDHW
Duration: 2 Years

Programme Name

Dental & Oral Health Sciences Programme

Eligibility

  • Minimum Qualification: 10th Pass or equivalent from a recognized Board.
  • Minimum Age: 16 Years
  • Maximum Age: No upper age limit (as per institutional norms).

Examination & Practical Subjects

1st Year

Subject Theory Practical Total
Human Anatomy & Physiology 100 100 200
Oral Anatomy, Dental Terminology & Physiology 100 100 200
Fundamentals of Dental Health & Oral Hygiene 100 100 200
Infection Control, Sterilization & Dental Instruments 100 100 200
Communication Skills, Medical Ethics & Documentation 100 100 200

1st Year Total

  • Theory: 500 Marks
  • Practical: 500 Marks
  • Total: 1000 Marks

2nd Year

Subject Theory Practical Total
Preventive Dentistry & Oral Health Education 100 100 200
Chairside Assistance & Basic Dental Procedures 100 100 200
Community Dental Health, Patient Care & Record Keeping 100 100 200
Dental Clinic Management & Professional Ethics 100 100 200
Clinical Internship & Practical Training 100 100 200

2nd Year Total

  • Theory: 500 Marks
  • Practical: 500 Marks
  • Total: 1000 Marks

Grand Total

  • Theory: 1000 Marks
  • Practical: 1000 Marks
  • Overall: 2000 Marks

Career Scope

After successful completion of the course, diploma holders may work in:

  • Dental Clinics
  • Dental Hospitals
  • Community Oral Health Programmes
  • School Oral Health Programmes
  • NGOs working in Oral Health
  • Dental Health Awareness Projects

Career Opportunities

  • Dental Health Worker
  • Oral Health Assistant
  • Dental Clinic Assistant
  • Chairside Assistant
  • Community Dental Health Worker
  • Dental Health Educator (Support Role)
  • Oral Health Promotion Assistant

Important Note: This is an Autonomous Diploma programme intended to prepare learners for technical and supportive roles in oral health promotion and dental care assistance. It does not confer eligibility for registration as a Dentist, Dental Hygienist, or Dental Mechanic, nor does it authorize independent dental practice. Diploma holders must work only within the scope permitted by applicable laws and under appropriate professional supervision where required.