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The British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy

N/A, N/A, gb • 1000 - 4999 Employees
Hospital/Clinic

The British Society of Dental Hygiene & Therapy, BSDHT (formerly British Dental Hygienists' Association, BDHA) was set up in 1949 by a group of 12 dental hygienists who felt the time was right to organise a professional association to represent the interests of their profession. Over 60 years later, the BSDHT is a nationally recognised body that represents over 4,000 members across the UK and beyond. Our Mission Statement The mission of BSDHT is to represent the interests of members and to provide a consultative body for public and private organisations on all matters relating to dental hygiene and therapy. We aim to work with other professional and regulatory groups to provide the highest level of information to our members as well as to the general public. The Society seeks to increase the range of benefits offered to members and to support this with a clear business and financial strategy. The Society will continue to work to increase membership for the benefit of the profession Our Society aims to: Represent members at national level, particularly in the political arena Provide services to members Support members on issues which affect their working lives Produce a publication that educates, updates and inspires Provide CPD opportunities, both locally and nationally Help members to find employment and provide guidance on contractual matters, as well as salaries, and access to a 24/7 legal helpline Listen to members and respond accordingly. Strategic Plan BSDHT's strategic plan is the basis upon which the Society operates. It directs the decision making processes within the Society and provides mechanisms to monitor progress and success. The plan is all embracing and affects all aspects of the Society's business. BSDHT is a company limited by guarantee and is registered in England and Wales. Registration number: 4337774. Registered office: 64 Wimpole Street, London W1G 8YS. VAT registration number: 616/3692/33.