Foundation Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Begin your journey in oral healthcare with a nationally recognised qualification.

The HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting is the ideal starting point for a successful career in the dental sector. You will gain critical experience, skills and knowledge in the field of dental assistance, with a strong focus on how to provide a high level of care for your patients and ensure they are comfortable both at front of house and while undergoing treatment.

• Already working in a dental practice? This course will provide you with qualifications to increase your responsibilities and improve your employability.
• Ready to begin your career? Earn a nationally recognised qualification in just 12 months that will leave you fully prepared to apply for your dream jobs.
• Looking to change careers? Get certified through a flexible, online course that boasts strong employment opportunities upon graduating.

Computer Requirements

• Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points
• Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended)
• Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above
• Internet Browser: Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11
• MAC: Operating system - OS X 10.14 Mojave or later
• Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download)

Assessments
Students will need to complete a range of assessment activities such as:

• Quiz
  Quizzes may include multiple choice, matching, true/false to test students’ knowledge.
• Assignment
  Assignments may include short answer questions or longer answer questions and are designed to test application of knowledge in real-world situations.  
• Case Studies/Scenarios
  Realistic scenario/s requiring students to apply knowledge learnt.
• Knowledge Questions 
  Short-answer questions relevant to the information students have learnt within a unit.
• Practical/Observation
  Record of students performing real and simulated tasks relevant to a unit. May also be referred to as Workplace Observation Assessment 
• Workplace Observation Assessment
  Record of students performing real and simulated tasks in workplace environments under supervision. This may also include the completion of task documents, templates, and client feedback which the student must complete in the in conjunction with observation tasks.
• Record of Hours Logbook 
  Record of hours of students performing real and simulated tasks in workplace environments.

Study Load

• 10 course units (note: HLTAID011 must be completed with an external provider)
• Submit 1 course unit every 5.5 weeks to graduate in 12 months

Resources and Equipment
To successfully complete this course, it’s essential that your placement provider has the necessary equipment, resources and/or documentation. For detailed information on these requirements, please submit an enquiry form to obtain a copy of the complete list from a friendly Foundation Education Careers Advisor.

Course Flyer
For detailed course information, please submit an enquiry form to obtain a course flyer and speak with a friendly Foundation Education Careers Advisor.