Bendigo TAFE
Certificate IV In Dental Assisting
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide an advanced level of assistance to a dentist, dental hygienist, dental prosthetist, dental therapist or oral health therapist, which contributes to the quality of oral health care.
Delivery mode
Bendigo TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Locations
- Building G, 154 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Applicants must have successfully completed the HLT31812 Certificate III in Dental Assisting, HLT35015 Certificate III in Dental Assisting or HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting course.
- Applicants must be currently employed at a dental practice for a minimum of 12 months, for a minimum of 15 clinical hours a week.
- Undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment and meet the minimum ACSF level.
Course fees
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV 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 Technician
A Dental Technician makes dental appliances such as dentures or mouthguards. You might take casts or impressions of clients’ teeth and mouths and u...
Oral Health Therapist
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...
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 Hygienist
A Dental Hygienist performs minor dental procedures and assessments on clients. You might work at an oral health clinic, a dental practice or other...
About Bendigo TAFE
At Bendigo TAFE we welcome you to join us in any stage of your learning journey – whatever your age, background or career aspirations.
Our institute is a large, diverse community of staff and students. There are many people, resources and services available to assist and support you through your journey.
Bendigo TAFE has been transforming lives for more than 155 years. The institute has a rich history of providing education for local people and preparing them for work in local jobs.
Through a network of five campuses, we deliver a wide variety of vocational courses to over 9,000 students every year. Our state of the art facilities and exciting programs create a dynamic and welcoming environment for productive learning.
Our course content is designed to deliver practical and industry relevant skills that help get you into the workforce faster, upgrade your existing skills or prepare you for further study.
We collaborate with industry leaders to ensure our courses are relevant and up to date with the latest workplace practices.
