ALACC Health College

HLT35021

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

As a Dental Assistant, your key focus is to ensure patients are comfortable and experience a high level of care, whilst undergoing treatment. Suited to those with strong communication skills, a caring nature and a willingness to learn, a career in dental assisting presents a number of opportunities within the health sector.

This qualification reflects the role of workers who assist a dentist, dental hygienist, dental prosthetist, dental therapist or oral health therapist during oral health care procedures. Their role includes maintaining high standards of infection control, assisting with practice administration and supporting quality and professionalism in the dental sector.

Delivery mode

ALACC Health College offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.

This qualification will be delivered using a combination of online-based delivery and other student participation and engagement methods. Students assisted with the self-directed study, assessment assistance and work experience to build on participant’s knowledge and skills on the job.
Locations
  • 189 Plenty Rd, Preston

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Have satisfactorily completed Year11 or equivalent.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in English literacy and numeracy skill that meets industry requirements as a part of Certificate III in Dental Assisting Course. Refer to ALACC policy on English Language Proficiency.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $5,600 $8,300 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$5,600
Standard Tuition:
$8,300
Full Fee Tuition:
$5,600
Full Fee Tuition:
$8,300
Enquire with ALACC Health College to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 720 Hours
Estimated fee* $0 - $5,600 $8,300 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Dental Assisting will prepare you for the following roles.

Dental Assistant

Dental assistants receive patients into the surgery, then help them relax and prepare for treatment by a qualified dentist. During treatments you’l...

Avg yearly income $60,476
Entry barriers Low

Dental Nurse

A Dental Nurse assists dentists as they provide oral health treatment to patients. You might get patients ready for their treatment and work alongs...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Treatment Coordinator

A Treatment Coordinator prepares treatment plans and costs for dental procedures. You’ll work closely with dental professionals and spend time disc...

Avg yearly income $91,000
Entry barriers Low

About ALACC Health College

The ALACC Health College, Australia (ALACC) is a private Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that delivers Nationally Recognised Qualifications under the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) levels. We are an aged care, nursing, community and allied health educational institution.

ALACC was founded by the Director - Dr Janet Lawrence who is well qualified and respected in her field of work in the Aged Care Industry. Our programs are delivered by well qualified and experienced trainers. ALACC attracts a large number of both local and international students from a variety of professional backgrounds. Several of ALACC students have progressed to undertake courses at the university, mainly courses related to nursing.