Tamworth

Dental Technician

A Dental Technician makes dental appliances such as dentures or mouthguards. You might take casts or impressions of clients’ teeth and mouths and use them to construct prosthetic pieces. Dental Technicians use a range of techniques to make mouth appliances and may use materials including wire, ceramics or plastic. You might work for a dental practice or for a specialist appliance manufacturer.

Dental Technicians should have excellent fine motor skills and strong attention to detail. You’ll need to understand the needs of your clients and may have to use your analytical and problem solving abilities. Dental Technicians should be organised and be able to manage their time well.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a dental technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT55118

Diploma of Dental Technology

Traineeship
12 - 23 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT45021

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • Completed Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT45021

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Radiography)

Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • Completed Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
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