Method: This is part of a longitudinal study being undertaken to determine the impact of competency based assessments in the dental program at the Department of Oral Health, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences , Fiji National University. A focus group interview will be used to explore the impact of introduction of this form of assessment in the dental technology program.
Result: The assessment of laboratory skills presently being undertaken includes fabrication of appliances in orthodontics, fabrication of removal and fixed prosthesis
Conclusion: Students are better prepared for laboratory skills sessions and develop a better understanding on how their work can be improved in future through the structured feedback provided during these sessions.