Canberra Institute of Technology

HLT45015

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Radiography)

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This course gives you the knowledge and skills necessary to provide an advanced level of chairside assistance to the operator, including contributing to the quality of dental care provided through well developed communication skills. This program provides the skills and knowledge needed to interpret a request from a dental operator to safely take and develop radiographic images of a diagnostic quality to be used within a Dental Practice setting.

Delivery mode

Canberra Institute of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • 35 Vowels Crescent, Bruce

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unknown
ACT
  • ACT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the ACT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with Canberra Institute of Technology to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

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

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

Radiographer

A Radiographer operates x-ray equipment at a hospital, dental surgery or medical imaging facility. You’ll take x-rays according the requests of med...

Avg yearly income $105,040
Entry barriers Low

Medical Imaging Assistant

A Medical Imaging Assistant operates and maintains equipment such as x-ray machines or scanning equipment. You might perform scans according to the...

Avg yearly income $65,000
Entry barriers Low

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 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

About Canberra Institute of Technology

CIT delivers accredited courses to industry, enterprise and community partners addressing skill requirements in a responsive and timely manner. Scoped to deliver over 180 nationally recognised accredited courses, CIT is ready to assist your workforce to upskill and meet the emerging demands of business and industry.