The internship training programme is a 12-month programme designed to improve the graduate dentist’s (interns) knowledge and skills in general dentistry practice. It prepares the interns to deliver high-quality dental care with required guidance from different specialties. The programme offers insight particularly in the area of their planned future specialty, involving research projects to show innovative ideas and develop scientific writing abilities. The programme also provides an opportunity to participate in community health programmes and stay updated with the latest oral health developments.
Upon successful completion of the programme requirements, the candidate will receive an internship training certificate issued and sealed by the College of Dentistry, King Khalid University. The essence of the Dental Internship Training Programme is to facilitate the transition of a closely supervised undergraduate student into an independent dental practitioner responsible for their own professional decisions and treatment. It serves as an essential buffer period for academic authorities to ensure that the undergraduate curriculum is adequately structured and exposes interns to different specialties to help them identify their area of interest and career options.
Internship Program Aims
- Develop and apply acquired concepts and principles through extensive clinical training.
- Enhance independent clinical decision-making skills.
- Recognize highly complicated cases and determine when to consult or refer.
- Gain experience in communication, presentation, and administrative skills.
- Maximize involvement in research projects and continuing education.
- Develop the highest ethical standards in practice management.
- Promote a proper attitude towards patients, families, and the dental team.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:
- Outline dental treatment modalities for healthy and medically compromised patients.
- List and apply comprehensive dental treatment.
- Recall the principles of scientific research.
Skills:
- Perform simple to complex dental procedures.
- Conduct evidence-based practice for comprehensive care.
- Apply critical thinking in diagnosis and treatment planning.
Values:
- Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold high ethical standards.
- Adhere to infection control protocols.
Research:
- Understand and apply scientific research fundamentals.
- Conduct research, defend proposals, and present findings.
Community and Volunteer Oral Health Projects:
- Assess community needs for appropriate services.
- Develop and contribute to oral health programs.
Internship Programme Activities/Components
- Clinical Training
- Scientific Research
- Group Discussion Sessions
- Clinical Case Presentations
- Community and Volunteer Dental Projects
Administration Of The Programme
Internship Programme Committee (IPC):
- Director of Internship Programme
- Internship Programme Committee Secretary
- Clinical Affairs Unit
- Research Affairs Unit
- Continuous Education Affairs Unit
- Interns’ Group Leaders (Male & Female)
General Rules And Regulations
Intern Duties:
- Attend actively to their assigned duties (new patient’s clinics, emergency clinics, scheduled patient clinics and other activities during the program).
- Mandatory case documentation for every patient.
- Patient instruction regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, or oral health care services.
- Compliance with the infection control policy of the college.
- Participate in dental community projects organised by the college.
- Active participation in research programs.
Intern Rights:
- Receive the optimum support provided by consultant supervision in the clinics (if needed) as well as in the research projects.
- Be treated respectfully and courteously by faculty, staff and students.
- Receive proper notification in case of below-average performance assessment and improvement options.
- Know the approximate timeline for requirements (clinical and research) to be completed.
- Obtain assistance referred from relevant oral care professionals whenever needed.
- Request a report of his/her evaluation as per college regulations.
- Submit complaints or suggestions about the care and service in relevance to the training program.
- Discontinue patient treatment at any time, after establishing lawful reasons.
Dental Internship Program Manual
The internship manual provides a comprehensive guide to the program, covering:
- Program Components: All activities and components of the program are thoroughly explained.
- Intern Research Day & Awards: Learn about this key event and the awards presented.
- Admissions: Find the requirements for admission to the program.
- Program Structure: Get details on the duration, continuity, and clinical conduct expectations.
- Conferences & Meetings: Information on scientific meetings and conferences.
- Time & Attendance: Policies on time, attendance, and absence penalties.
- Disciplinary Guidelines: KKU COD disciplinary guidelines are outlined.
- Intern Assessment: Understand the assessment guidelines for interns.
- Grievance Redressal: The procedure for addressing grievances is explained.
Please refer to the attached manual for complete details on all these aspects of the Dental Internship Program.
Forms
| Form Name | Download |
|---|---|
| Case Presentation Assessment Form |  |
| Dental Intern Procedure Assessment Form | |
| Community & Volunteer Dental Project Evaluation Form | |
| Group Discussion Session Evaluation Form | |
| Intern Performance Feedback Form | |
| Internship Training Request Form | |
| IPC Rules & Regulations Agreement Form | |
| Leave Request Form | |
| Poster Presentation Evaluation Form | |
| Request for Research Idea Registration | |
| Research Evaluation Form | |
| Research Performance Report | |
| Research Progress Report Form | |
| Research Proposal Form | |
| Violation Notification Letter | |