Pediatric Dentistry

Program details

Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences in Pediatric Dentistry

International Program

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3

YEARS

FULL-TIME

Degree:

Certificate: Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences

Language of instruction:

Thai, English

Total credits:

82 credits

Highlights:

Producing specialized pediatric dentists with advanced knowledge and expertise in the field of pediatric dentistry is the primary goal of this program. Upon completing the program, graduates will be well-prepared and eligible to apply for the examination, leading to the issuance of a Specialist Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry by the Dental Council of Thailand. This program is open to students from both the public and private sectors.

Course Background

Previously, the Department of Pediatric Dentistry offered two postgraduate programs: a Master of Science (M.Sc.) program with a 2-year duration of study and a residential dentist program requiring a 3-year duration of study. Recognizing the limited number of students each program could accommodate, the department acknowledged the necessity for a more diverse range of programs to accommodate a larger number of students. Therefore, the department has introduced the Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences in Pediatric Dentistry (International Program), welcoming Thai and international students from both the public and private sectors. It is anticipated that the program’s enrollment will grow in the future. The program has been admitting students since the academic year 2021 and is currently ongoing.

Principles and Rationale

According to the Ministry of Public Health’s policy, which aims to improve healthcare standards for the Thai population, particularly in oral healthcare, there is a necessity to produce more specialized pediatric dentists to meet both current and future demands. This initiative provides an alternative avenue for dentists interested in pursuing further education and specialized training in pediatric dentistry. Upon completing their studies, these dentists will have the opportunity to apply for an examination to obtain approval for a Specialist Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry (equivalent to a diploma) from the Dental Council of Thailand.

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Why
this program
at Chula

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1

The international program is designed to accommodate both Thai and international students and focuses on specialized clinical training in the field of pediatric dentistry.

2

It is designed to enhance the capabilities of students, providing them with knowledge and expertise in the general care and treatment of pediatric patients, including patients with special needs.

3

Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to take the examination for a Specialist Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry (equivalent to a diploma) from the Dental Council.

4

The program is flexible and tailored to the capabilities and needs of the students, with an adequate number of expert faculty members to provide close supervision and support to each student.

Collaborations

  • Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
  • Department of Dentistry, Ramathibodi Hospital
  • Division of Dentistry, Phramongkutklao Hospital

Career Path Advice

  • Professors in public and private educational institutions.
  • Pediatric Dentists working at public and private hospitals.
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Course Details

Curriculum Structure

The curriculum structure consists of lectures, seminars, and practical sessions, spanning a duration of 3 years. In addition to the coursework, students are also engaged in research projects that can be disseminated at national or international levels.

จำนวนหน่วยกิตรายวิชาเรียนทั้งหมด
82 หน่วยกิต
ประกอบด้วย
รายวิชาบังคับร่วม
3 หน่วยกิต
รายวิชาบังคับเฉพาะแขนงวิชา
72 หน่วยกิต
(โครงการ 12 หน่วยกิต)
รายวิชาเลือก
7 หน่วยกิต

Our clinical curriculum is distinguished by a wide range of therapeutic philosophies and the opportunity to learn about a variety of pediatric dentistry fields, including

  • Pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic behavior guidance techniques
  • Treatment planning and providing comprehensive oral health care
  • Performing restorative procedures for pediatric and adolescent patients
  • Pulp therapy in the primary and immature permanent teeth
  • Oral health prevention and promotion
  • Treatment of children under sedation/general anesthesia
  • Management of children with special health care needs
  • Interceptive Orthodontics for the pediatric patient
  • Management of dental and orofacial trauma
  • Oral pathological conditions
  • Community outreach, service, and advocacy
  • BLS Certification

Academic Calendar

1st Semester
August – December
2nd Semester
January – May
Summer Semester
June – July

Admission

Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences Program in Pediatric Dentistry

International Program

For further information or assistance

  • Tel. (+66) 0 2218 9016, (+66) 0 2218 9021
  • Email: graddentcu@chula.ac.th

Admissions Criteria

  1. Hold a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from a public university or another accredited university approved by the Dental Council.
  2. Possess a valid professional license to practice dentistry from the student’s respective country and have at least one year of professional experience in the field of dentistry.
  3. Achieve a minimum score of 45 or above on the CU-TEP English Proficiency Test, or a minimum score of 450 or above on the TOEFL, or a minimum score of 4.0 or above on the IELTS. The test scores should be obtained within the past 2 years.

Tuition Fees

For Thai Students

ค่าเล่าเรียน
ค่าธรรมเนียมการศึกษา
ภาคต้น
48,000 บาท
40,000 บาท
ภาคปลาย
48,000 บาท
40,000 บาท
ภาคฤดูร้อน
12,000 บาท
20,000 บาท

Contact

Department of Pediatric Dentistry

Faculty of Dentistry

Chulalongkorn University

2nd Floor, Dent 2 Building
34 Henri-Dunant Road,
Wangmai, Patumwan,
Bangkok, 10330,
Thailand

  • Tel. +66 2218 8906
  • Email gradpedocu@gmail.com
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Program Assistant

  • Assist. Prof. Siriporn Songsiripradubboon
  • Assist. Prof. Oranuch Techatharatip