North Metropolitan TAFE

HLT45021

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

As a Dental Assistant, you will be responsible for preparing the surgery, assisting the dentist chair side, processing and sterilising all of the instruments and cleaning the surgery. You will also develop skills in reception work and the management of supplies.

Our dental assisting qualification provides you with skills that are relevant to current industry trends and practices. North Metropolitan TAFE's Dental Assisting courses are located in the Oral Health Centre of WA (OHCWA) at Nedlands. This is also the training centre for dentists, oral health therapists and dental technicians.

As a part of this qualification you will have the opportunity to take part in work placements at other dental organisations or at the Oral Health Care Centre of WA, giving you real experience in the industry in a modern dental care facility.

Delivery mode

North Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Oxford St &, Richmond St, Leederville

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $719 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$719
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$719
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with North Metropolitan TAFE to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $719 $0 Support may be available

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...

Avg yearly income $60,476
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $98,800
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

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...

Avg yearly income $99,476
Entry barriers Low

About North Metropolitan TAFE

We are the largest TAFE college in Western Australia, with ten contemporary campuses across Perth’s north metropolitan area.

We offer over 350 courses from Certificate I to Advanced Diplomas, apprenticeships and traineeships, plus short courses and skill sets. Whether you’re just starting out in the workforce, looking to upskill, change careers or returning to work, we have a qualification to take you in the right direction.