Free Trial Class for ADC Part 1 Examination
Objective of the trial course: to give prospective ADC Part 1 candidates a clear preview of our teaching approach and the structure of both the Crash Course and the Comprehensive Course. It demonstrates how we teach, what we cover, and how the two programs differ. The study materials below are taken from Day 1 of the Crash Course and Week 1 of the Comprehensive Course. The Comprehensive Course contains detailed, expanded content, while the Crash Course condenses the same topics into short, high-yield notes. The main additional difference is the number of mock tests included. Prospective candidates should review the study materials below to understand our teaching style and the quality of content before enrolling.
Week 1 of the Comprehensive Course (Advance Theory Program) / Day 1 of the Crash Course.
Lecture Notes for Comprehensive Course/Short revision course for Crash course
📘 Lecture Note 8 — Communication, Cultural Safety & Patient-Centred Care
WEEK-1 MINI MOCK EXAM INDEX (14 VIGNETTES): The list below reflects the topics covered in the corresponding lectures and videos. Each vignette will be presented as a clinical scenario, and all questions will be based on that specific scenario.
- Vignette 1: Consent & Autonomy
- Vignette 2: Infection Control – Exposure
- Vignette 3: Radiology Justification
- Vignette 4: Medical History – Diabetes
- Vignette 5: Cultural Safety
- Vignette 6: Syncope Emergency
- Vignette 7: Airborne Precautions
- Vignette 8: De-Escalation
- Vignette 9: Radiology in Pregnancy
- Vignette 10: Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Vignette 11: Child Safety & Reporting
- Vignette 12: Sterilization Failure
- Vignette 13: Post-MI Patient
- Vignette 14: Refusal of Treatment
Comprehensive Course Syllabus
Duration: 12 Weeks + 4 Weeks Advanced Revision (including entire "Crash Course".
Delivery: Hybrid (Live Online + Recorded + Question Bank).
Designed for: Overseas-recently qualified dentists preparing for the ADC Part 1 Examination.
Course Director: Dr. Ajai Mohan Singh, BDS, MDS, ADC Certified Dentist and Prosthodontist.
Course Vision
To equip international dental graduates with the scientific knowledge, clinical reasoning, and examination strategy essential to pass the ADC Part 1 written examination with confidence and excellence.
Learning Outcomes
• Demonstrate mastery over the core biomedical and clinical sciences relevant to general dentistry in Australia.
• Apply clinical reasoning and diagnostic interpretation to scenario-based MCQs.
• Integrate professional, ethical, and patient-centered principles in all decision-making.
• Manage time efficiently and adopt effective strategies for long, case-based multiple-choice exams.
• Identify and strengthen weak domains through personalized analytics and faculty mentorship.
Course Structure Overview
Module | Title | Duration | Focus Area |
1 | Professionalism & Health Promotion | 2 weeks | Ethics, communication, infection control |
2 | Clinical Information Gathering | 2 weeks | Diagnostics, radiology, special needs dentistry |
3 | Diagnosis & Management Planning | 2 weeks | Oral pathology, surgery, paediatric, ortho |
4 | Treatment & Evaluation | 2 weeks | Restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics |
5 | Pharmacology & Medical Emergencies | 1 week | Drugs, interactions, emergencies |
6 | Implants, Pain & Behaviour Management | 1 week | Implants, anaesthesia, pain control |
7 | Mock Exam & Analytics Phase | 2 weeks | Full simulation exams & performance review |
8 | Revision & Strategy Workshops | 2 weeks | Recall, time management, readiness |
Weekly Breakdown & Learning Objectives
Weeks 1–2: Professionalism & Health Promotion
Topics: Ethics, patient communication, infection control, oral health promotion.
Learning Outcomes: Apply ethical principles and preventive dentistry concepts.
Weeks 3–4: Clinical Information Gathering
Topics: Diagnostics, radiology, history taking, special-needs management.
Learning Outcomes: Interpret diagnostic findings and formulate provisional diagnoses.
Weeks 5–6: Diagnosis & Management Planning
Topics: Oral pathology, surgery principles, paediatric/ortho basics.
Learning Outcomes: Formulate differential diagnoses and treatment plans.
Weeks 7–8: Treatment & Evaluation
Topics: Restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, occlusion.
Learning Outcomes: Choose restorative materials and evaluate outcomes.
Week 9: Pharmacology & Medical Emergencies
Topics: Drug mechanisms, interactions, local anaesthesia, emergencies.
Learning Outcomes: Prescribe safely and manage dental emergencies.
Week 10: Implants, Pain & Behaviour Management
Topics: Implant principles, pain control, anxiety management.
Learning Outcomes: Integrate implant knowledge and behaviour management.
Weeks 11–12: Mock Exam & Performance Analytics
Topics: Simulated exam + performance analytics.
Learning Outcomes: Identify weak areas and refine test-taking strategy.
Weeks 13–14: Intensive Revision & Strategy Workshops
Topics: High-yield recall sessions and time management drills.
Learning Outcomes: Enhance confidence and speed under exam conditions.
Week 1: Professionalism & Ethics
Lecture 1: Introduction to Professionalism
Professionalism in dentistry encompasses competence, integrity, accountability, altruism, and respect. Students must understand
the AHPRA Code of Conduct and the responsibilities of registered practitioners
Professionalism in dentistry is the set of values, behaviours, and relationships that form the foundation of the trust the public places in the dental profession.
It is demonstrated through ethical practice, clinical competence, accountability, and respect for patients and colleagues.
The ADC Blueprint places professionalism under Domain 1 — Professionalism and Health Promotion, meaning it is a major assessed area in the written exam.
2. Core Attributes of Professionalism
a. Competence
Definition: The consistent ability to apply current knowledge, clinical skills, and judgment safely and effectively.
Components:
Maintaining clinical and technical proficiency.
Keeping up-to-date with new materials, technologies, and research.
Recognizing personal limitations and referring when appropriate.
Example:
If a patient needs an implant and you lack surgical training, referring to a specialist rather than attempting beyond your skill level demonstrates competence and professionalism.
ADC Focus:
Questions often test whether a candidate chooses the safe, evidence-based, within-scope approach.
b. Integrity
Definition: Acting with honesty, fairness, and truthfulness in all professional interactions.
Key Aspects:
Accurate patient records and truthful documentation.
Avoiding falsification of claims, clinical notes, or radiographs.
Transparency when errors occur (open disclosure).
Ethical advertising (no misleading testimonials or exaggerated results).
Example:
Informing a patient immediately after a clinical error and documenting it properly aligns with ADC expectations of honesty and transparency.ADC Tip:
Integrity-related scenarios often involve disclosure, honesty, or managing conflicts of interest.
c. Accountability
Definition: Being answerable for one’s professional decisions, actions, and their outcomes.
Includes:
Following the standards of AHPRA and the Dental Board of Australia.
Taking responsibility for clinical outcomes and patient safety.
Participating in audits, peer reviews, and continuing professional development (CPD).
Example:
If an infection control breach occurs, reporting and correcting it immediately—rather than hiding it—demonstrates accountability.ADC Focus:
Scenarios test recognition of professional responsibility, not blame-shifting.
d. Altruism
Definition: Commitment to prioritizing the welfare of patients above personal or financial gain.
Practices that reflect altruism:
Providing appropriate treatment rather than the most profitable option.
Volunteering in community oral health programs.
Advocating for vulnerable populations.
Example:
Spending extra time educating a low-literacy patient on oral hygiene reflects altruism and patient-centered care.ADC Tip:
Health promotion and ethics questions often include altruism in patient-choice dilemmas.
e. Respect
Definition: Treating patients, colleagues, and staff with courtesy, dignity, and cultural sensitivity.
Includes:
Respect for patient autonomy (their right to accept or refuse care).
Respecting diversity — cultural, linguistic, religious, and socioeconomic.
Maintaining professional boundaries (avoiding personal relationships with patients).
Example:
Listening attentively to a patient’s cultural beliefs about fluoride and responding respectfully reflects professionalism.ADC Focus:
Communication and cultural safety are highly tested under professionalism and health promotion.
3. AHPRA Code of Conduct for Dentists (Key Principles)
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and Dental Board of Australia (DBA) Code of Conduct (2023 update) outlines the expectations for all dental practitioners.
It forms the ethical and legal foundation for professional behaviour in Australia.
Core Principles
Providing good care – including competence, patient-centered care, and evidence-based practice.
Maintaining trust – honesty, integrity, and transparency.
Effective communication – clear, respectful, culturally appropriate dialogue.
Respect for patients – autonomy, privacy, dignity.
Confidentiality and informed consent – legal and ethical obligations.
Professional relationships – teamwork, respect for colleagues, and avoidance of discrimination.
Health of the practitioner – maintaining one’s own physical and mental health to deliver safe care.
Professional boundaries – avoiding exploitation or dual relationships.
Professional behaviour – lawful, ethical conduct both in and outside practice.
Advertising and representation – factual, verifiable, and non-misleading.
4. Responsibilities of Registered Dental Practitioners
Registration & Renewal
Maintain active AHPRA registration and meet CPD requirements (minimum 60 hours over 3 years).
Compliance with Standards
Adhere to AHPRA, ADA, and NHMRC infection control and safety protocols.
Duty of Care
Provide safe, evidence-based treatment and prioritize patient welfare.
Mandatory Reporting
Report impaired practitioners, unethical behaviour, or significant risk to public safety.
Confidentiality
Protect patient privacy in all forms—oral, written, and digital.
Open Disclosure
Communicate adverse events honestly and explain corrective measures.
Record Keeping
Maintain clear, accurate, and contemporaneous notes (minimum 7 years retention).
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Engage in continuous learning to maintain competence and stay current with evidence-based practice.
Professional Relationships
Collaborate with colleagues, avoid conflicts, and show respect in interprofessional communication.
Public Confidence
Maintain professional behaviour both inside and outside practice (including social media use).
5. Common ADC Exam Themes on Professionalism
6. Quick Revision Summary
Professionalism = Knowledge + Skills + Ethics + Attitude
Always act in patient’s best interest.
Maintain competence and honesty at all times.
Respect diversity, dignity, and privacy.
Follow AHPRA, ADA, and ADC professional standards.
Suggested Study Tasks for ADC Students
Review the AHPRA Code of Conduct (2023) — note clauses on patient communication, confidentiality, and mandatory reporting.
Practise scenario-based MCQs focusing on ethics and professional judgment.
Revise case studies on error disclosure, advertising breaches, and scope of practice.
Prepare concise flashcards on the 4 principles of ethics and AHPRA key standards.
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Lecture 2: Ethical Principles in Dentistry
The four pillars of dental ethics—autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice—guide clinical decision-making.
Students should learn to apply these principles to real-life scenarios.
Lecture 3: Legal & Regulatory Responsibilities
Understand the regulatory framework: AHPRA, Dental Board of Australia, Health Practitioner Regulation National Law, and Privacy Act.
Focus on duty of care, consent, and negligence.
Lecture 4: Professional Accountability & Self-Regulation
Emphasizes accountability, continuous professional development (CPD), peer review, and reflective practice.
Lecture 5: Social Responsibility & Health Promotion
Covers public trust, oral-systemic health promotion, cultural sensitivity, and addressing oral health disparities.
Week 2: Communication, Health Promotion & Infection Control
Lecture 6: Effective Patient Communication
Teaches active listening, empathy, plain language, and the use of interpreters. Emphasizes clear consent and effective interaction in multicultural contexts.
Lecture 7: Behavioural & Cultural Competence
Explains culturally safe care, Indigenous oral health, and social determinants influencing oral health outcomes.
Lecture 8: Health Promotion Principles
Covers Ottawa Charter (WHO), levels of prevention, and integration of health promotion into dental practice.
Includes Australian oral health strategies and community-based programs.
Lecture 9: Infection Prevention & Control
Focuses on ADA and NHMRC guidelines.
Students will understand standard precautions, instrument reprocessing, sterilization documentation, immunization, and waste segregation.
Lecture 10: Integration & Ethical Decision-Making
Students will integrate professionalism, communication, and infection control concepts into ethical reasoning.
Includes complex case discussions reflecting ADC exam scenarios.
Weekly Assessments
Daily quizzes, end-of-week scenario-based questions (SBQs), and a full mock test will help students develop application-based reasoning.
Reflective assignments will reinforce ethical judgment.