Application Requirements

In order to be eligible to apply for specialist training you need to fulfill requirements about experience and conditions:

  • I have a relevant DDS (Doctor or Dental Surgery), DMScDS (Degree of Master of Science in Dental Surgery) or equivalent 5-year degree and certificate with a GPA average of 65% or higher.
  • I have at least two (2) years of clinical experience, including both pediatric and adult dental care.
  • I have a financial guarantee from my country covering tuition fees and my living expenses for whole training period including introduction year if needed.
  • I speak English fluently and can provide a TOEFL or IELTS test result of level B2 or above.
  • I can travel to Sweden on own expenses to meet the clinic and Skåne Care.
  • Agree to undergo training without a Swedish license and will not be able to work after my training as a dentist in Sweden.
  • Understand that a training certificate is provided by Folktandvården Skåne and the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare.
  • Agree to undergo language training to speak Swedish fluently according to level C1 (CEFR) before I enter the specialist training program, which involves an introduction period in Sweden of up to 18 months before entering the program. 

* Application process and timeline are subject to change

 

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Specialist Training Areas