Become a WERO Practice: Benefits and How to Apply
Why Become a WERO Practice?
Support the Future Workforce
Help develop Dental Foundation Trainees and encourage them to consider long-term careers in rural and underserved areas.
Enhance Your Practice
Benefit from the energy, enthusiasm, and fresh perspectives that trainees bring to the practice environment.
Make a Difference Locally
Contribute to improving access to NHS dentistry and supporting the sustainability of dental services within your community.
Showcase Rural Dentistry
Demonstrate the unique clinical experiences, professional opportunities, and quality of life that rural practice can offer.
What We Expect from WERO Practices
WERO practices play a key role in the success of the programme. Participating practices are expected to provide:
- A high-quality learning environment for trainees
- Effective educational supervision and support
- Opportunities to experience the benefits and challenges of rural practice
- A commitment to supporting workforce sustainability within their local community
- Promoting the value of rural and community-based dentistry.
- Contributing to the long-term sustainability of the NHS dental workforce in Wales.
Benefits of Participation
- Support the development of the future rural dental workforce.
- Enhance the profile of the practice as a training and educational provider.
- Attract trainees with an interest in rural practice and community-based care.
- Contribute to the sustainability of dental services in rural and underserved areas.
- Strengthen links with HEIW and the wider dental education network.
- Help shape an innovative programme designed to improve recruitment and retention in rural Wales.