Ms Kelly-Jean Burden

Industry and Clinical Educator

School of Health Sciences

Email:kellyjean.burden@newcastle.edu.au

Career Summary

Biography

Kelly-Jean is currently employed as an Associate Lecturer for the Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy Program at the University of Newcastle. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Oral Health) graduating from the University of Queensland in 2004, a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (USYD) graduating in 2019, a Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy (UK), and she is a current candidate for the Masters of Education (Research) at USYD, expectant to graduate in Feb '23. Her research areas include inclusion oral health and higher education.

Kelly-Jean is an innovator in the emerging discipline of inclusion in oral health and draws on it to enhance students' ability to develop self-reflective practice. Future aspirations include Ph.D. candidature and a role in overcoming social exclusion in oral health.

Kelly-Jean joined the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists' Association (ADOHTA) NSW branch Executive Committee and has served as secretary and general executive committee member. She is a general member of the Dental Hygienists Association of Australia (DHAA) and the College of Oral Health Academics (COHA).

Kelly-Jean has been involved in the curriculum review of both the Bachelor of Oral Health program at the University of Sydney and the Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy program at the University of Newcastle. She enjoys creating and maintaining collegial relationships with all members of the Dental community and aims to set the gold standard of integrity and ethical practice for Oral Health Therapy.

Qualifications

Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, University of Sydney

Keywords

Higher Education
Inclusion Oral Health
Industry Partnerships
Oral Health Promotion
Oral health

Languages

English (Mother)

Fields of Research

Code	Description	Percentage
390407	Inclusive education	50
390303	Higher education	50

Professional Experience

UON Appointment

Title	Organisation / Department
Industry and Clinical Educator	University of Newcastle School of Health Sciences Australia

Academic appointment

Dates	Title	Organisation / Department
17/1/2022 - 16/2/2024	Associate Lecturer During my appointment as Associate Lecturer at the University of Newcastle, I was instrumental in supporting student outcomes and improving the student experience. The majority of my work focused on uplifting the Oral Health Promotion curriculum and creating opportunities for students to engage in interdisciplinary learning experiences.	College Health, Medicine and Wellbeing - The University of Newcastle (Australia) Australia
19/8/2019 - 17/12/2021	Associate Lecturer University of Sydney During my period of employment at the University of Sydney, I was fortunate to be mentored and supported by a high-skilled and experienced team of senior academics. The Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy program was well-established as a leader in providing a deep commitment to student satisfaction and graduating work-ready students. USYD provided me with the opportunity to engage with world leaders in Dental Education, which developed my current propensity towards and deep commitment to, high standards of integrity and lifelong learning of myself and my colleagues.	The University of Sydney Australia

Professional appointment

Dates	Title	Organisation / Department
30/12/2004 -	Oral Health Practitioner (full scope) Kelly-Jean has a long history within the Oral Health profession, developing her professional and clinical skills in both the public and private sectors over the past eighteen years. The establishment of her private oral health promotion business in 2012, lead to great success in building public relations between the community and the oral health profession. Various Oral Health leadership position have been occupied by Kelly-Jean in the past including but not limited to: Principle Oral Health Therapist - NSLHD Senior Oral Health Therapist - NSLHD Founder & Director - The Teeth Talk	Both Public and Private sectors Australia

Teaching appointment

Dates	Title	Organisation / Department
27/2/2017 - 26/8/2019	Clinical Educator Clinical Education allowed me to become familiar with the Dental Education Curricula within the Bachelor of Oral Health Program and the opportunity to supervise undergraduates in various Local Health Districts within NSW. This clinically focused role supported my strong commitment to evidence-based practice and delivering patient-centered care, from history taking and examination to diagnosie and treatment planning. I was able to take my substantial clinical experience and offer it to students in various clinical setting such as general dental practice, periodontics, orthodontics and pediatric dentistry. During this time, I developed a deeper understanding of personal teaching philosophy and my capacity as a reflective practitioner and teacher. Educational theory was introduced to me during this period and I was able to align myself with various theorists that supported the vision and mission of the university and my personally held core values and beliefs.	The University of Sydney Australia

Teaching

Code	Course	Role	Duration
ORHL2201	Oral Health in Society II University of Sydney Oral Health in Society for BOH 2 builds on the foundations laid in students first year. In semester 1, the learning focuses on the various allies in health an oral health clinician may expect to work with to improve the oral care of various individuals and community groups through health education and promotion. In semester 2, the aim is to give students basic project management skills that can be utilised in various workplaces. This unit of study examines the principals involved in the design and management of programs and projects with emphasis on the promotion of health. Students will develop skills in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating projects, and be introduced to financial and human resource management. l	Lecturer	19/8/2019 - 17/1/2022
ORHL3101	Oral Health in Society The University of Sydney In semester 1, this unit of study continues to broaden the student's knowledge and understanding in the profession of Oral Health Therapy. Tutorials and assessments take the form of scenarios, encouraging the integration and application of critical thinking and clinical decision-making based on evidence. Students also plan, deliver and evaluate an effective oral health education program, includes a 2-week Student Placement	Oral Health in Society	17/8/2020 - 17/1/2022
ORHL3104	Oral Health Therapy Clinical Skills College of Health, Medicine & Wellbeing - The University of Newcastle ORHL3104 builds on the knowledge and skills gained by students in first year, second year, and Semester 1, third year and relates to the assessment, diagnosis and clinical management of dental hygiene and dental therapy patients. Students will treat patients in the University of Newcastle Oral Health Ourimbah Clinic and attend various clinical placements. This course is a compulsory program component and students must pass in order to demonstrate clinical safety and to complete the Bachelor of Oral Health.	Lecturer	30/5/2022 - 14/10/2022
ORHL2105	Oral Health Promotion II College Health, Medicine and Wellbeing - The University of Newcastle (Australia) ORHL2105 builds on the knowledge gained in ORHL1103 and introduces the theories and approaches used in evaluating Oral Health Promotion projects. You will work with other students to plan and evaluate an oral health promotion project idea to present to your tutors and peers. In addition you will be introduced to research in population health which includes fundamental epidemiology and health statistics. You will complete a literature review and critical appraisal to support your evidence based practice and understanding of the literature. This course is a compulsory program component and students must pass in order to progress in the Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy. Students are unable to enroll in Year 3 clinical courses until they have passed this course.	Lecturer	17/1/2022 - 30/5/2022
ORHL3201	Oral Health in Society The University of Sydney In semester 2, this unit of study continues to broaden the student's knowledge and understanding in the profession of Oral Health Therapy. Tutorials and assessments take the form of scenarios, encouraging the integration and application of critical thinking and clinical decision-making based on evidence. Students also plan, deliver and evaluate an effective oral health education program, includes a 2-week Student Placement	Oral Health in Society	17/5/2021 - 17/1/2022
ORHL3103	Oral Health Promotion III College of Health, Medicine & Wellbeing - The University of Newcastle ORHL3103 builds on the knowledge and skills gained in ORHL1103 and ORHL2105 and provides an opportunity for students to gain an understanding of oral health needs of the Elderly living in the community and in Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACF). During the year students will be rostered in a small group to attend a community placement in one of our participating RACF's and this course will assist you in preparing to attend these placements. This course is a compulsory program component and students must pass in order to complete to the Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy program.	Lecturer	17/1/2022 - 14/10/2022

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