Training & Accreditation in General Dentistry Raymond Lee Chairman, Committee of General Dentistry Membership in General Dentistry

Contents 1.Qualification Framework in General Dentistry -Concepts and Features 2.MGD by Examination 3.MGD by Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT) 4.MGD by CAT-Special Diets 5.Timeline

1. Qualification Framework – GD QF

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General Dentistry - Definition General Dentistry is defined as the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention and/or treatment (non- surgical, surgical or related procedures) of diseases, disorders and/or conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and/or the adjacent and associated structures and their impact on the human body; provided by a dentist, within the scope of his/her education, training and experience, in accordance with the ethics of the profession and applicable law.

Partnership between generalist and specialist The division of Knowledge into separate categories in modern Dentistry has led to the emergence of various specialties. The need of such division is partly due to treatment needs and partly due to the complexity and time required to train a dentist to be clinically competent enough to handle most, if not all, clinical situations. While the ultimate goal of clinical dentistry is to solve patient dental problems, we have to understand the inherent nature of many dental problems which always require multidisciplinary approaches to tackle. It is the duty of a general dentist to coordinate various treatment approaches as to serve the patient better. GD is the hub in quality dental care Quality Hub

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Quality Assurance Quality Patient Care

Quality Assurance Competency Standards

Quality Assurance Competency Standards Training Curriculum

Quality Assurance Competency Standards Training Curriculum Examination Syllabus

Quality Assurance Competency Standards Training Curriculum Examination Syllabus Recognition

Quality Assurance Competency Standards Training Curriculum Examination Syllabus Recognition Life-long Learning

Quality Assurance Competency Standards Training Curriculum Examination Syllabus Recognition Life-long Learning Quality Patient Care

1. Qualification Framework (QF) Qualification Framework (QF) Definition: The QF is a hierarchy that orders and supports qualifications of academic, vocational and continuing education. relevant to general dentists of at least 36 months of practice experience.

Features: A.Competency Standards B.Credit accumulation and transfer C.Training and Examination D.Life-long learning 1. Qualification Framework (QF)

Qualification Framework on General Dentistry Introduction QF GD – Benchmarking of competencies standards, its attainment and maintenance Diversity on mode of training for dentists Cooperation between internationally reputable organizations and local statutory bodies in conducting examination without sacrificing autonomy in defining context and format of recognition.

A. Competency Standards (CS) Definition: Profession benchmarks for the skills, knowledge and attributes required performing to a satisfactory level. 1. Qualification Framework (QF)

B. Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT) Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Register of Transferable Credit (RTC) 1. Qualification Framework (QF)

C. Training and Examination After the CS has been formulated, training providers will be able to design education programs that would help trainees achieve the specified competency standards. As the competency standards were developed by CDSHK locally, the relevance of the education programs to the requirements of the profession would be ensured. Upon completion of CS-based programs in form of taught modules and the requisite examination, trainees will possess skills that can be objectively measured. 1. Qualification Framework (QF) Competency Standards Training Curriculum Examination Syllabus

D. Life Long Learning and Diploma Maintenance All holders of the Diploma of Membership in General Dentistry are required to maintain their diploma by participating in recurrent CPD cycle as prescribed by the CME Sub- committee of the CDSHK and All holders who fail to comply with the CPD cycle and / or other requirements for diploma maintenance will subject to forfeiting the diploma as recommended by the Committee of General Dentistry. Readmission may be considered if appropriate remedial actions are taken and is to the satisfactions of the Committee of General Dentistry. 1. Qualification Framework (QF)

MGD which can be obtained by Taking the full MGD Examination Credit Accumulation and Transfer including special diets 1. Qualification Framework (QF)

2. MGD by Examination

Designation A candidate who passes the examinations or obtains sufficient credit points by Credit Accumulation and Transfer and fulfill all MGD admission requirements will be entitled to the designation* as MEMBERSHIP IN GENERAL DENTISTRY (HONG KONG) -Abbreviated as MGD (HK) – 香港牙科醫學院牙科院員 * Registerability subjects to HKDC Approval 2. MGD by Examination

Format & Timeline

2. MGD by Examination Syllabus & Competency Standards

Eligibility, Admission Requirements and Procedures A.Eligibility- General To be eligible for the MGD examination, a candidate must be a registered dentist in the Dental Council of Hong Kong not be a Fellow of CDSHK and / or HKAM not be on the specialist register of the Dental Council of Hong Kong register as a trainee of CGD of CDSHK and pay an appropriate fee participate in Supervised Dental Practice Program (SDP). 2. MGD by Examination

B. Eligibility-Part I not less than 24 months after obtaining a basic dental qualification acceptable to the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong confirmation of acceptance of his/her Log of Clinical Experience 2. MGD by Examination

C. Eligibility-Part II not less than 36 months after obtaining a basic dental qualification acceptable to the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong successfully completed Part I of the MGD examination accumulated sufficient credit points from Taught Practice Related Modules and received an approval of a Practice Portfolio from CGD 2. MGD by Examination

D. Admission A Diploma of Membership in General Dentistry will be granted to a candidate if he/she passes Part I and II is nominated by two College Fellows is a registered dentist in the Dental Council of Hong Kong is not a Fellow of CDSHK and / or HKAM is not be on the specialist register of the Dental Council of Hong Kong Present a letter of standing for the Dental Council of Hong Kong has 60 verifiable CPD hours in the past three years pays the admission and annual fee 2. MGD by Examination

3. MGD by Credit Accumulation and Transfer

Credit Accumulation and Transfer Principles Relevance to General Dentistry and Equivalence in examination format, training method/period and context set by BGD. Evidence of CPD / CME – quality and quantity Maturity in time 3. MGD by Credit Accumulation & Transfer

Credit Point System 3. MGD by Credit Accumulation & Transfer

Register of Transferable Credit 3. MGD by Credit Accumulation & Transfer

Credit Accumulation and Transfer i.Eligibility To be eligible for admitting to MGD by CAT, a candidate must be a registered dentist in the Dental Council of Hong Kong ; and not be a Fellow of CDSHK and / or HKAM ; and not be on the specialist register of the Dental Council of Hong Kong ; and register as a trainee of CGD and pay an appropriate annual fee ; and possess at least one relevant post-graduate qualification which is registered in the DCHK and is credit transferable ; and. 3. MGD by Credit Accumulation & Transfer

Credit Accumulation and Transfer i.Eligibility ( Cont’d) engage in the practice of general dentistry not less than ten years and provide appropriate evidence and should be at least five years after obtaining the first relevant post-graduate qualification which is credit- transferable ; and participate in Supervised Dental Practice Program. In SDP, a trainer will be assigned to the trainee and his/her practice. The objective of the SDP is to guide the trainees to fulfill all BGD requirements Candidates who do not fulfill the normal entry requirements may apply for special consideration. 3. MGD by Credit Accumulation & Transfer

ii. Admission A Diploma of Membership in General Dentistry will be granted to a candidate if he/she submits relevant materials to apply credit transfer ; and is assessed regarding credit deficiency, if any, according to the Credit Point System ( CPS ) and record in a credit log ; and obtains sufficient credits as required by the CGD by attending prescribed courses accredited education program providers and pass the MGD examination ; and 3. MGD by Credit Accumulation & Transfer

ii. Admission ( Cont’d) accumulates not less than100 hours of verifiable CPD in the past five years attends and pass an interview ; and present a letter of standing from the Dental Council of Hong Kong and is of good character ; and is nominated by two College Fellows ; and pays the admission and annual fee 3. MGD by Credit Accumulation & Transfer

4. MGD by CAT – Special Diets

Credit Accumulation and Transfer- Special Diets There will be two diets of assessment. The assessment calendar will be published in proper channels. The deadline of application will be 11th March Credit Accumulation & Transfer – special diet

Eligibility To be eligible for a diploma of MGD by Credit Accumulation and Transfer- Special Diets, a candidate must be a registered dentist in the Dental Council of Hong Kong ; and not be a Fellow of CDSHK and / or HKAM ; and not be on the specialist register of the Dental Council of Hong Kong ; and 4. Credit Accumulation & Transfer – special diet

Eligibility (Cont’d) register as a trainee of CGD and pay an appropriate annual fee ; and possess at least one relevant post-graduate qualification which is registered in the DCHK and is credit transferable ; and engage in the practice of general dentistry not less than fifteen years ; and provide appropriate evidence and should be at least ten years after obtaining the first relevant post- graduate qualification which is credit- transferable ; and accumulate not less than 100 hours of verifiable CPD in the previous 5 years ; and Candidates who do not fulfill the normal requirements may apply for special consideration. 4 Credit Accumulation & Transfer – special diet

Assessment procedures and criteria Candidate should fill in a practice and personal portfolio and submit relevant evidence for scrutiny. Assessment Criteria : Academic activities Relevance of the Postgraduate Qualification (s) to General Dentistry Additional Postgraduate Qualification (s) CPD Records Professional development Audit / Research Publications Teaching, training and examining activity Service in local and overseas professional bodies Other information that support the applications 4. Credit Accumulation & Transfer – special diet

Admission A Diploma of Membership in General Dentistry will be granted to a candidate if he/she pass the portfolio assessment as required by CGD ; and be nominated by two College Fellows of CDSHK ; and present a Letter of Standing from the Dental Council of Hong Kong and is of good character ; and pays the admission and annual fee 4. Credit Accumulation & Transfer – special diet

Summary

MGD Summary The destination of the QF is MGD and is obtainable by either Full examination or credit transfer The MGD is set at 3 years post graduation and is a non-specialist and sub fellowship level training. Syllabubs and curriculum of the examination and training program are so designed as to develop Clinical and Practice related competencies and their standards. Candidates are not unprepared to the examination and there are guided learning by Structured taught clinical and practice modules

MGD Summary ( Cont’d) Credit transfer is to recognize the effort of prior learning Credit Transfer of any postgraduate qualification is based on the principles of equivalence to the MGD examination context and relevance to general dentistry. It also requires a good record of continuous professional development and maturity in time. A Register of Transferable Credit is established to ensure the GP can select the accredited courses/ qualifications which conform to the format and context of the local Membership in General Dentistry examination. Therefore QF is not limited to examination only. It allows diversity in training and ensure flexibility in time and more choices on training providers. It is an academic home for dentists!

4. Timeline

Major Timeline for MGD Establishment of CGD Assessment for 1st special diet of MGD Assessor panel forms Research / Design on competency, syllabus and curriculum Conferment of Membership - 1st special diet of MGD Expansion of CGD to all functionalities Preparation for education programs and mentor system Accrediting Training Centers / Trainers Building infrastructure re examination and assessment 4. Major Time Line

What’s Next !

Basic Degree (1240) MGD With >/= 1PQ (390) CAT Special Diets CAT Normal RTCOthers< 5+10 yrs >/=5+10 yrs FCDSHK (169)

Basic Degree (1240) MGD With >/= 1PQ (390) CAT Special Diets CAT Normal RTCOthers< 5+10 yrs >/= 5+10 yrs FCDSHK (169)

Basic Degree (1240) MGD With >/= 1PQ (390) CAT Special Diets CAT Normal RTCOthers< 5+10 yrs >/= 5+10 yrs + SDP FCDSHK (169)

FCDSHK (169) Basic Degree (1240) MGD With >/= 1PQ (390) CAT Special Diets CAT Normal RTCOthers< 5+10 yrs >/= 5+10 yrs + SDP + Time

FCDSHK (169) Basic Degree (1240) MGD With >/= 1PQ (390) CAT Special Diets CAT Normal RTCOthers< 5+10 yrs >/= 5+10 yrs + SDP + Time

FCDSHK (169) Basic Degree (1240) MGD With >/= 1PQ (390) CAT Special Diets CAT Normal RTCOthers< 5+10 yrs >/= 5+10 yrs + SDP + Time + Full examination

FCDSHK (169) Basic Degree (1240) MGD With >/= 1PQ (390) CAT Special Diets CAT Normal RTCOthers< 5+10 yrs >/= 5+10 yrs + SDP + Time + Full examination

FCDSHK (169) Basic Degree (1240) MGD With >/= 1PQ (390) CAT Special Diets CAT Normal RTCOthers< 5+10 yrs >/= 5+10 yrs + SDP + Time + Full examination

FCDSHK (169) Basic Degree (1240) MGD With >/= 1PQ (390) CAT Special Diets CAT Normal RTCOthers< 5+10 yrs >/= 5+10 yrs + SDP + Time + Full examination

Actions

Action With 1 or > 1 PQ of = /> 5 years + 10 professional years old Applying CAT–Normal Diet With 1 or > 1 PQ of = /> 10 years + 15 professional years old Applying CAT -Special Diets Basic Dental Qualification only or those not eligible to CAT Applying for MGD trainee Action

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Note Please note All information provided here is subjected to regular review and amendment by the Council of the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong. Applicants are advised to contact the College secretariat for the most updated version of the documents relating to MGD by Examination and Credit Accumulation & Transfer.