GUM® Patient Compliance in Oral Care
Free course. A Hands-on Course on Behavioral Change – Level 1
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This hands-on course will transform how you connect with patients, shifting your relationship from routine appointments to a collaborative, results-driven partnership. It offers dental professionals the chance to learn about the latest strategies to improve patient compliance, rooted in the evolving and dynamic science of behavioral change.
In just five quick, 25-minute modules, you’ll learn new techniques to inspire patients to take charge of their oral care. Fun, hands-on exercises and interactive role-plays with fellow hygienists will give you practical experience to effectively work with a wide pool of patients.
A dedicated LinkedIn group will enable you to connect and engage with fellow participants as you advance through your training.
Learn how the science of behavioral change, using the GPS model, can enhance patient oral hygiene and strengthen your relationships with patients in your practice.
- Knowledge boost – Video lecture, behavioral change in the dental practice
- From the expert – Video, Prof Tim Newton, King’s College London
- Your opinion – Poll, your patient experience
Explore the basics of GPS and learn how to use it in patient conversations with motivational interviewing. Develop your own GPS plan and access practical templates.
- Knowledge boost – Video lecture, what the GPS model can do for you
- Hands-On Activity – Develop your GPS plan
Gain practical skills in Motivational Interviewing (MI) and learn how apply them effectively to GPS. Access downloadable resources and validate your knowledge with quizzes and surveys.
- Knowledge boost – Video lecture, basics of Motivation Interviewing
- Tutorial Video – How to formulate open, patient cantered, collaborative questions
- Quiz – learning evaluation (5 questions)
- Your opinion – Survey, how well are we doing?
Learn the value of collaborative goal setting in driving behavioral change. Learn to set SMART goals, plan effectively and support self-monitoring strategies. Practice with role-playing and validate your learning through quizzes.
- Knowledge boost – Video lecture, GPS in action
- Hands-On Activity – Role Plays with fellow hygienist
- Quiz – learning evaluation (5 questions)
Explore how peers successfully apply GPS in their practice through real-life case studies. Access resources, complete a practical assignment, and validate your knowledge with quizzes and polls.
- Knowledge boost – Hygienist talk, strategies for planning and self-monitoring
- Hands-On Activity – Develop your GPs plan and share it on LinkedIn
- Quiz – learning evaluation (5 questions)
- Your opinion – Poll, evaluate the course
Frequently Asked Questions
Using a combination of online lectures, interactive assets and LinkedIn community forum, in concert with practical educational excercises, like role-playing, this Hands-on Programme mixes the flexibility of online learning with the benefits of real life excercises. You can learn at your own pace online while still having opportunities to practice practical excercises when you are at work with your collegues.
- Flexibility: Study online on your own schedule.
- Practical excercises: Engage with your peers at the office for hands-on activities using materials from the Programme.
- Better learning experience: A mix of formats can help you retain information better.
- Networking opportunities: Meet professionals and peers through LinkedIn online support.
Yes! The flexibility of online learning allows you to study when it’s convenient for you, while the practical exercises can be conducted when at work. This is especially great for working professionals or those with busy lives. There is also no limit to how long you have to complete the Programme, and all module learning materials are available to you at all times.
You’ll need a computer or tablet, a reliable internet connection, and some colleagues, peers or a partner to conduct practical exercises with.
Our Programmes are taught by leading experts and professors, notably Professor of Psychology as Applied to Dentistry at King’s College London, Professor Tim Newton, and Dr Martijn Verhulst, Medical Liaison Manager at SUNSTAR Global.
The Programme can be completed in a week, if you commit to 25 minutes every day, with a total time investment of at least 2 hours. However, there is no limit to how long you have to complete the Programme.
Yes! Once you successfully complete the Programme, you will receive a certificate from Sunstar Global. This can be a valuable addition to your resume or professional portfolio.
You’ll have access to online resources, and the LinkedIn support forum, where you can connect with your professionals and peers for help and discussion.
This Programme is offered free of charge.
Yes! Our programs are open to professionals worldwide. The online components allow you to participate from anywhere.
Enrolling is simple! Click on the « Enroll Now » button, and fill in the online enrollment form. You will receive email confirmation of your enrollment and instructions on how to proceed. If you have any questions, you can send us an email to martijn.verhulst@ch.sunstar.com and join the LinkedIn forum for further ongoing support.
This Programme will give you all the tools you need to create real-life, long-term results with our patients. Although it does not have an official accreditation, you will earn Sunstar Behavioral Change practitioner status, with a digital certificate to share on your Social Media platform.