Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Radiography)
Provider:
Course Code:
HLT45021
CRICOS Code:
107028K
Qualification Level:
Certificate
Course Area:
Health and Medicine
Duration:
36-Week
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
South Australia (Adelaide)
Course Fee:
$5,100 - $10,000 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
Blended Delivery
Target:
International
Intake:
April, October, November
Course Overview
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide advanced assistance to a dentist, dental hygienist, dental prosthetist, dental therapist or oral health therapist, contributing to the quality of oral health care. To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 350 hours of work as detailed in the assessment requirements of the units of competency.
Course Structure
This course consists of the following 8 units of competency including, 2 core units and 6 elective units:
- HLTSTE003 Sterilise loads
- HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
- HLTDEN021 Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
- HLTDEN022 Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image
- HLTDEN023 Produce a prescribed dental radiographic image
- BSBOPS401 Coordinate business resources
- BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
- BSBMED401 Manage patient recordkeeping system
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Academic Entry Requirements | Successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent. |
| Minimum Age to Apply | Must be 18 years of age or older. Successful completion of a Police Clearance and Working with Children Check. |
| 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 Placement
Includes 350 Hours of Practical Placement