TAFE NSW

HLT45021

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Make your mark as a qualified dental assistant offering an advanced level of support to dental practitioners. Contribute to the quality of community oral health care with a range of in-demand dental skills that you can apply across the industry.

Delivery mode

TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

That you are employed in the dental industry for at least 1 day per week to enrol in this qualification

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who have achieved:

  • Certificate III in Dental Assisting - HLT31812 or
  • Certificate III in Dental Assisting - HLT35015 or
  • Certificate III in Dental Assisting - HLT35021 or equivalent
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $12,100 $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:
$12,100
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$12,100
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with TAFE NSW to find out more.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $12,100 $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 TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.