Australian Academy of Dental Assisting

HLT45021

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This nationally recognised qualification builds on your existing skills and knowledge and teaches you how to take dental x-rays and produce specific images according to the instructions of the Dentist. This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide an advanced level of assistance to dental practitioners which contributes to the quality of oral health care.

The course covers: principles of radiation biology and how they apply to dentistry, exposing radiographic images, sterilising tools and equipment, on-the-job safety, using correct medical terminology, assisting with advanced dental procedures requiring anaesthesia and conscious sedation, business administration skills.

Delivery mode

Australian Academy of Dental Assisting offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

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


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Study mode Online
Duration 24 Months
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Career opportunities

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

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. Our point of difference is to spend more time on the practical than the theory whilst not decreasing the theory program. Everyone learns quickly with on-the-job training so we have incorporated this as a key element within our course.

You will be gaining real experience on real patients in a real dental surgery with real dentists supervising you.

By focusing on hands on learning you will develop excellent time management skills with a solid understanding of dental procedures.

Your learning potential in our practical component is immeasurable and the most valuable aspect of this course. Being able to learn all this in a helpful, supportive environment instead of at your first job is the key to your confidence and success.