Australian Academy of Dental Assisting
Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of workers who assist dental practitioners during oral health care procedures. The role includes maintaining high standards of infection control, assisting with practice administration, and supporting quality and professionalism in the dental sector.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 300 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
Delivery mode
Australian Academy of Dental Assisting offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
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...
Treatment Coordinator
A Treatment Coordinator prepares treatment plans and costs for dental procedures. You’ll work closely with dental professionals and spend time disc...
Dental Office Manager
A Dental Office Manager oversees the running of administration duties at a dental surgery or practice. You might supervise a team of staff and ensu...
Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator
An Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator develops policies and procedures to control infections in a workplace. You’ll identify potential in...
Prosthetic Technician
A Prosthetic Technician constructs and repairs dental prosthetic pieces such as dentures or mouthguards. You might work for a dental or oral health...
Sterilisation Technician
A Sterilisation Technician sterilises equipment for a hospital or other health facility. You might work for a sterilisation service or in the steri...
Dental Prosthetist
A Dental Prosthetist prepares prosthetic appliances for dental patients. You might work for a prosthesis manufacturer or be employed by a larger de...
About Australian Academy of Dental Assisting
Australian Academy of Dental Assisting’s sole purpose is to raise the level of graduates creating employable, desirable and well trained Dental Assistants (DA) that can enter the workforce immediately as an experienced DA.
