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Certificate III in Dental Assisting + Certificate IV in Dental Assisting HLT35021, HLT45021

Study Method
Online
Provider
Foundation Education
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
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  • This fee-for-service program is not eligible for government funding.

Course Overview

Become fully trained in dental assisting with a nationally recognised qualification.

The combined HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting and HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting gives you everything you need to work as a professional dental assistant in a clinical environment.

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Who's It For?

  • Already working in the dental industry? These combined courses will set you up with the skills and experience you need to take your career to the next level
  • Ready to kickstart your career? Earn two nationally recognised qualifications in just 24 months that will leave you fully prepared to enter the dental sector
  • Want a career change? Our flexible, online courses make it easy to balance study with your current work/ life commitments and prepare for a new career pathway

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Dental assistant
  • Dental therapy assistant
  • Dental sterilisation nurse
  • Dental receptionist
  • Dental hygienist assistant
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What You'll Learn

  • Prepare for and assist with dental procedures
  • Assist with dental radiography
  • Assist with administration in dental practice
  • Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
  • Process reusable medical devices and equipment

Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration and Study Load

  • Up to 24 months – up to 12 months to complete HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting and up to 12 months to complete HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

Entry Requirements

  • Entry in HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting has no prerequisite or mandatory education requirements as specified by the training package
  • Students’ skills and capabilities to undertake this training product will be assessed and advice on suitability will be provided during the pre-enrolment process
  • Students must complete HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting to enter the HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting.
  • Students may need to undertake a Working with Children check to meet individual work placement employer requirements. We will assist you in organising a work placement location of your choosing
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Work Placement

  • For mandatory work placement (350 hours, including an initial 50 hours completed in simulation), students must have access to a dental practice and a qualified supervisor i.e. a person who holds Certificate III in Dental Assisting or higher relevant qualification
  • To complete HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting students will need further access to a dental practice with relevant equipment, imaging equipment, patients, and staff to complete practical activities
  • During these placement activities, students must have access to a suitably qualified supervisor i.e. a person who holds a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting or higher relevant qualification

Assessment

  • Knowledge questions
  • Project
  • Case study
  • Quiz
  • Assignment
  • Practical

Subjects

Core Units
CHCCOM005Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
HLTDEN015Prepare for and assist with dental procedures
HLTDEN016Assist with dental radiography
HLTDEN017Assist with administration in dental practice
HLTINF001Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
HLTINF002Process reusable medical devices and equipment
HLTWHS001Participate in workplace health and safety
HLTDET001Construct models
HLTSTE003Sterilise loads
and more!
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Payment Options

Foundation Education offers affordable payment options to help you start studies sooner.

  • Payment Plans available (affordable weekly/fortnightly instalments)
  • Upfront Payment (possible discounts for eligible candidates)
  • Third-Party Finance (Subject to lender approval criteria)

Tuition fees include course delivery and assessment, online study material and dedicated student support services. Please note this course does not qualify for VET FEE-Help or other assisted government funding.

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About Foundation Education

Foundation Education is one of the few Registered Training Organisations (RTO) in Australia who endeavour to deliver flexible online training solutions designed to fit our students’ lifestyle. Since 1999, we’ve been focused on providing excellence in Vocational Education and Training and building partnership networks that drives the quality of graduates across each industry, with our partner RTO, the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT). With more than 60 nationally recognised certificate and diploma level courses on offer, the Foundation Education difference means:

  • Flexible Online Study – Our courses are delivered online so you can study whenever and wherever suits you.  This also gives you the flexibility to choose your course length – whether that be the full term of your course or completing your study in as little as six months.
  • Dedicated Student Support – Our industry experienced Technical Advisors, Assessors and Support Officers will support you from enrollment through to graduation.
  • Industry Relevant Courses – Course material is developed in consultation with industry experts to equip you with the job-ready skills and up-to-date knowledge required to support your career goals.

Foundation Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO Number – 22557)

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Dental assistant
  • Dental therapy assistant
  • Dental sterilisation nurse
  • Dental receptionist
  • Dental hygienist assistant
Want to see more job outcomes and how your future could change?
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Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

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