Menzies Institute of Technology
Diploma of Dental Technology
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of a dental technician responsible for construction and repair of dentures and other dental appliances including crowns, bridges, partial dentures, pre- and post-oral and maxillofacial surgical devices, and orthodontic appliances.
Dental technicians work in dental laboratories on their own or in groups, under the prescription of dentists, dental prosthetists or dental specialists.
Delivery mode
Menzies Institute of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Level 4 355 Spencer St Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Minimum age of 18 years and above.
Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12 or higher
Have physical attributes suitable for placement in the dental industry that encompasses manual handling of equipment (i.e. operating dental technician machinery and moving various dental technician materials such as plaster bags)
Additionally, the learner is required to:
- Complete the Pre-Training Review which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner and relevant experience.
- Complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Dental Technology 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...
Prosthetic Technician
A Prosthetic Technician constructs and repairs dental prosthetic pieces such as dentures or mouthguards. You might work for a dental or oral health...
About Menzies Institute of Technology
Menzies Institute of Technology is an accredited training organisation that is reputed for its strong focus on education. We offer quality training and assessment through a team of highly qualified and experienced teachers, and continuously building on our already extensive training facilities and resources.
