PEDODONTICS (PHD)
PhD TR-NQF-HE: Level 8 QF-EHEA: Third Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 8

PROGRAM QUALIFICATION

Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)
1) Learns growth and development of craniofacial structures, abnormal and pathological structures in detailed.
2) She/he has basic and up-to-date information on Preventive Dentistry, Restorative, Endodontic-Pedodontic applications, Pedodontic Surgery, Preventive and Preventive Orthodontics, Child Psychology and Behavior Management Techniques
3) It integrates all the knowledge acquired within the scope of pediatric dentistry in the clinical phase.
Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)
4) Performs dental treatments in pediatric patients with a holistic approach.
5) Takes sole responsibility for dental treatments in pediatric patients.
6) Evaluates the accuracy, reliability and validity of the information, produces solutions to the problems specific to the field in the light of scientific data/evidence, defines and analyzes the problems, develops solution proposals based on research and evidence, taking into account professional and ethical values, shares information, and makes teamwork.
7) Uses information technologies related to health and research.
Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)
8) Performs all dentistry practices related to ensuring oral and dental health in infants, children, adolescents and patients with special care needs, alone and as a part of the team.
9) Diagnoses and treats oral findings related to systemic diseases, syndromes, congenital and developmental anomalies in pediatric patients and takes part in the relevant team.
10) Prepares and presents written and oral presentations in national and international fields.
11) Conducts, completes and prepares the research project in accordance with scientific ethical principles.
12) Provides health education for children, families and the society by using the advanced theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field of health.
13) Knows and applies basic and advanced behavior management techniques in pediatric patients.
14) Knows the ethical rules and legal responsibilities required by the profession.