The Dental Surgery Nurse Assistant course (DSNA) is a one-year certificate programme run by the Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ). It trains you to work beside a dentist: preparing instruments, controlling infection, assisting at the chair and handling patients safely. If you have passed your O/L with English and Science and are between 18 and 35, you can apply. Applications close on 30 November 2026.
Dental Surgery Nurse Assistant Course: Key Facts
| Item | Official detail |
|---|---|
| Course | Certificate Course in Dental Surgery Nurse Assistant (DSNA) |
| Offered by | Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura |
| Duration | One year, competency-based |
| Modules | 14 |
| Training | On-site |
| Age | 18 to 35 years |
| Entry | Passed G.C.E. O/L, including English and Science |
| Closing date | 30 November 2026 |
| Application fee | Rs. 500 |
| Registration fee | Rs. 2,000 |
| Course fee | Rs. 165,000, payable in two instalments within three months |
What You Will Learn
According to the faculty, the course combines theory with practical training in:
- Dental anatomy, oral biology and oral microbiology
- Dental diseases
- Infection control, sterilisation, disinfection and occupational safety
- Dental equipment, instruments and materials
- Dental radiology
- Clinical assisting, including four-handed dentistry
- Medical emergencies, vital signs and basic life support
- Communication, teamwork, patient management and administration
Who Can Apply
- You must be 18–35 years of age.
- You must have passed the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination, including English and Science.
Not stated in the official notice: the date on which age is counted, whether a simple pass is enough or a credit is needed, the number of places, how candidates are selected, the start date and the medium of instruction. Ask the faculty before you post your form.
How to Apply, Step by Step
- Download the application form from the faculty’s Downloads page.
- Pay the Rs. 500 application fee to: Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, A/C No. 097-1-001-2-0027004, People’s Bank, Gangodawila.
- Fill in the form and attach certified copies of your supporting documents and the original payment slip.
- Send everything by Registered Post to: Assistant Registrar, Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda.
- Make sure it is posted well before 30 November 2026.
BrightNook Tips Before You Apply
- Budget the full amount, not just the form fee. The three listed fees add up to Rs. 167,500 for the year, and the Rs. 165,000 course fee falls due within the first three months. Plan for that before you enrol.
- Keep the original bank slip. The notice asks for the original, so take a photocopy for yourself before you post it.
- Post early and keep the registered-post receipt. It is your only proof of sending if anything goes missing.
- Phone first about the gaps. Call 011 275 8563 or 011 280 3720 to ask about the medium, start date and selection before you pay.
- Know what the certificate is. This is a dental surgery assistant qualification, not a nursing licence. Read the course page carefully and ask the faculty how it is recognised if you plan to work abroad.
සිංහලෙන් කෙටියෙන්
ශ්රී ජයවර්ධනපුර විශ්වවිද්යාලයේ දන්ත විද්යා පීඨය, වසරක දන්ත ශල්ය හෙද සහායක (DSNA) සහතික පාඨමාලාව සඳහා අයදුම්පත් කැඳවයි. වයස අවුරුදු 18–35 අතර, ඉංග්රීසි සහ විද්යාව ඇතුළුව අ.පො.ස. (සා.පෙළ) සමත් අයට අයදුම් කළ හැක. අයදුම්පත් ලියාපදිංචි තැපෑලෙන් 2026 නොවැම්බර් 30 ට පෙර යැවිය යුතුය. අයදුම්පත් ගාස්තුව රු. 500 යි; පාඨමාලා ගාස්තුව රු. 165,000 (වාරික දෙකකින්).
தமிழில் சுருக்கமாக
ஸ்ரீ ஜயவர்தனபுர பல்கலைக்கழகத்தின் பல் மருத்துவ அறிவியல் பீடம், ஓராண்டு பல் அறுவை சிகிச்சை தாதி உதவியாளர் (DSNA) சான்றிதழ் கற்கைநெறிக்கு விண்ணப்பங்களைக் கோருகிறது. 18–35 வயதுடைய, ஆங்கிலம் மற்றும் விஞ்ஞானம் உட்பட க.பொ.த. (சா/த) சித்தியடைந்தவர்கள் விண்ணப்பிக்கலாம். விண்ணப்பங்களை 2026 நவம்பர் 30 ஆம் திகதிக்கு முன் பதிவுத் தபாலில் அனுப்ப வேண்டும். விண்ணப்பக் கட்டணம் ரூ. 500; கற்கைநெறிக் கட்டணம் ரூ. 165,000 (இரு தவணைகளில்).
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Dental Surgery Nurse Assistant course?
One year, made up of 14 modules with on-site training at the Faculty of Dental Sciences, USJ.
Can I apply with O/L results only?
Yes. The entry requirement is a pass in the G.C.E. O/L examination including English and Science. A/L is not required.
What is the total cost?
The official fees are Rs. 500 (application), Rs. 2,000 (registration) and Rs. 165,000 (course fee, in two instalments within three months).
Can I apply online?
No online form is mentioned. Applications go by Registered Post with the original payment slip.
Who do I contact?
Phone 011 275 8563 or 011 280 3720, or email dean.fds@sjp.ac.lk.
Official Sources
- USJ course notice (8 October 2026)
- Faculty of Dental Sciences programme page
- Application form downloads
BrightNook.lk is an independent education website and is not affiliated with the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Details were checked against the official pages on 22 October 2026. Always confirm with the faculty before paying or posting your application.
