Domain 1: Scientific knowledge and Cognitive Skills |
Knowledge |
Skills |
Competency |
1.1 Demonstrate knowledge related to biomedical, pharmacological, behavioural and social sciences as apply to effective oral health care | K1 | | |
1.2 Demonstrate knowledge related to oral biology and pathology as apply to the diagnosis and management of dental, oral and maxillofacial diseases | K1 | | |
1.3 Develop and maintain knowledge and state-of-the-art technical skills in relation to different procedures while keeping up with recent advances in the dental field | K1 | S2 | |
1.4 Demonstrate knowledge related to the use and limitations of dental materials, products, equipment, and techniques in dental practice | K1 | | |
1.5 Demonstrate knowledge related to pharmacological agents used in dental practice to ascertain safe and effective delivery of oral health care to persons in health and disease | K1 | | |
1.6 Acquire basic knowledge of dental clinic administration and infection control measures leading to a successful dental career with effective utilization of resources in delivery of oral health care | K1 | | C1 |
1.7 Recognize principles of interpretation of investigations, measurement, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of oral and maxillofacial diseases and conditions | K1 | | |
Domain 2: Person-Centred Care | | | |
2.1 Formulate problem-based, person-centred and comprehensive management plans based on the interpretation and integration of all the findings obtained from the history, clinical examination, investigations, diagnosis and risk assessment for the person receiving oral health care | | S1, S2, S3 | C4 |
2.2 Perform preventive, interceptive and definitive dental treatment competently and safely for paediatric, adult, geriatric and special need individuals in health and disease respecting the person's needs and demands | | S2, S3 | |
2.3 Acquire and apply principles of re-evaluation and maintenance of oral health, monitor progress of treatment and develop strategies to solve emerging problems | K1 | S3 | |
2.4 Obtain, record and maintain informed consent and accurate clinical notes for provided dental treatments | | S1 | C2 |
Domain 3: Responsibility, Communication, Professionalism and Ethics | | | |
3.1 Practice ethically and professionally and engage respectfully with the person receiving oral health care, colleagues, mentors and supporting staff in a discrimination free environment | | | C2, C4 |
3.2 Practice responsibly through adhering to the professional, ethical and legal regulations of the Jordanian Dental Association and the Jordanian Medical Council | | | C2 |
3.3 Conform with infection control measures, effective utilization of resources, clinic time, constructive criticism and performance feedback | | | C2 |
3.4 Recognize the limitations within the scope of practice of a general dental practitioner and engage with effective inter-professional collaborative practice and appropriate referral pathways | | | C2 |
3.5 Engage effectively in mentor-mentee and peer activities and demonstrate leadership within an oral health care team | | | C3 |
Domain 4: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving and Evidence-Based Practice | | | |
4.1 Recognize the fundamentals of scientific research designs, research methods and biostatistics that inform evidence-based dental practice and support lifelong learning | K1 | | |
4.2 Find, appraise and apply research and epidemiology-based evidence to support oral health care | | S3 | C1 |
4.3 Apply critical thinking, problem solving and clinical judgment to effective and safe oral health care | | S1 | C2, C3 |
Domain 5: Health Promotion and Community Oral Health | | | |
5.1 Identify and evaluate risk factors that impact oral and general health in support of implementing preventive measures in the community | K1 | S1 | |
5.2 Engage with approaches and strategies promoting population-specific oral and general health through participating in relevant research and community service activities | | | C1, C3 |
Domain 6: Sustained Dental Practice and Lifelong Learning | | | |
6.1 Engage and cope with innovations in health informatics, dental materials and digital technology in support of lifelong learning | | S1 | |
6.2 Employ advances in health informatics, digital technology, dental materials, therapeutics, instruments, equipment and techniques in providing person-centred contemporary oral health care | | S1 | C4 |
