Dentistry: Apprentices
Commons · Question 50025 · Tabled 2 May 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 3 Jun 2025
Question
Asked by Edward Morello
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he has had recent discussions with the Secretary of State for Education on the potential merits of introducing dental apprenticeships as a pathway to becoming a qualified dentist.
Answer
Answered by Stephen Kinnock, 3 Jun 2025
Ministers regularly meet with Cabinet colleagues to discuss a range of issues.Dental apprenticeships are available for roles such as dental nurses and technicians but are not available to become a qualified dentist. These apprenticeships provide skills an...