The combined HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting and HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting will set you up with the skills and experience you need to work as a professional dental assistant in a clinical environment. Students will learn how to assist with dental radiography, apply administration skills in a dental practice, comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures as well as process reusable medical devices and equipment.
VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.
Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff in order to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
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The Dual Certificate III in Dental Assisting & Certificate IV in Dental Assisting will prepare you for the following roles.
Dental assistants receive patients into the surgery, then help them relax and prepare for treatment by a qualified dentist. During treatments you’l...
A Dental Hygienist performs minor dental procedures and assessments on clients. You might work at an oral health clinic, a dental practice or other...
A Dental Nurse assists dentists as they provide oral health treatment to patients. You might get patients ready for their treatment and work alongs...
A Dental Technician makes dental appliances such as dentures or mouthguards. You might take casts or impressions of clients’ teeth and mouths and u...
An Oral Health Therapist works with clients to improve the overall health of their teeth and gums. You might examine patients’ mouths and discuss a...
A Dental Receptionist performs a range of tasks in the front office of a dental surgery or practice. You might answer phone calls, greet patients a...
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