Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Provider:
Course Code:
HLT35021
CRICOS Code:
107025B
Qualification Level:
Certificate
Course Area:
Health and Medicine
Duration:
36-Week
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Course Fees:
AUD 7,100 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
Blended Delivery
Target:
International
Intake:
February, August, October
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Course Overview
This qualification reflects the role of workers who assist a dentist, dental hygienist, dental prosthetist, dental therapist or oral health therapist during oral health care procedures. Their role includes maintaining high standards ofinfection control, assisting with practice administration and supporting quality and professionalism in the dental sector.
Course Structure
This course has a total of 10 units of competency including the following 8 core units and 2 elective units.
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- HLTDEN015 Prepare for and assist with dental procedures
- HLTDEN016 Assist with dental radiography
- HLTDEN017 Assist with administration in dental practice
- HLTINF002 Process reusable medical devices and equipment
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
- HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Academic Entry Requirements | Successfully completed Year 10 or equivalent. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | A valid IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent is required. |
Career Opportunities
Possible employment opportunities include:
- Dental Assistant
- Dental Nurse
- Dental Receptionist
Internship or Work Placements
Includes 350 Hours of Practical Placement