Certificate III in Dental Assisting & Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Prepare yourself for a career in dental health with a Certificate III in Dental Assisting & Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Are you interested in oral healthcare and helping teach good dental hygiene? Would you like to enter an in-demand profession with solid income potential and opportunity in growth? The HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting and HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting might be the right study pathway for you. Designed to completed within just 24 months of back-to-back study, these qualifications teach you how everything you need to know on how to become a dental assistant.
The Certificate III in Dental Assisting reflects the position of workers who assist dental practitioners during oral health care procedures. The role includes maintaining high standards of infection control, assisting with practice administration, and supporting quality and professionalism in the dental sector. To achieve this qualification, you must complete at least 350 hours of work placement. Similarly, the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting signifies the role of dental employees who provide an advanced level of assistance to dental practitioners which contributes to the quality of oral health care. You must complete Certificate III before commencing study on Certificate IV.
The dental assistant courses are delivered online combined with practical components to ensure you enter the dental sector highly qualified and ready to hit the ground running. Whether you’re wanting to become a dental assistant, dental receptionist or dental hygienist, these certificates in dental assisting provide you with all the skills, expertise and experienced required to make a prosperous career in the industry.
With job prospects for dental assistants set to rise over the coming years (according to Job Outlook) and enticing entry-level salaries up for grabs, there’s no better time to enrol in our flexible online courses to learn how to become a dental assistant.
Interested in becoming qualified as a dental radiographer? Dental radiography work must only be performed by a person with a radiation user licence granted by the relevant State /Territory regulatory authority under legislation. To learn the skills necessary to apply for a licence, you’ll need to study a HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Radiography).
*Source: joboutlook.gov.au
The HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting & HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting is a Nationally Recognised course.
Eligibility Requirements
Education
Entry in HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting has no pre-requisite 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 before commencing HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting.
Minimum Age
You will need to be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian.
Residency Status
You will need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.
Computer Requirements
In order to successfully complete the online part of the education support course you will need regular access to the following:
- Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points
- Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended)
- Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above
- Internet Browser: Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11
- MAC: Operating system - OS X 10.14 Mojave or later
- Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download).
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 a higher relevant qualification.
To complete HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting students will need further access to a dental practice with relevant 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.
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.
Qualification
Certificate III in Dental Assisting & Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Delivery
Online course, combined with 350 hours of practical work placement and additional workplace tasks available
Length
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
Study Load
Submit 1 unit of competency every 6 weeks to graduate in 24 months
Cost
Contact us on 1300 616 197 for course costs
Course Outcomes
Cost & Payment Options
Your course fee includes the delivery and assessment of your qualification, your study materials (including all resources) and on-going support from our Education Team.
Upfront payment All course costs can be paid in total via VISA/MasterCard or bank deposit.
Payment plan Paid via a series of regular weekly or fortnightly instalments.
Course fees include course delivery and assessment, study materials and dedicated student support services. Please note this course does not qualify for assisted government funding.
Course Structure & Prerequisites
CHCCOM005
CHCDIV001
HLTDEN015
HLTDEN016
HLTDEN017
HLTINF001
HLTINF002
HLTWHS001
HLTAID011*
HLTDET001
HLTSTE003
HLTWHS003
BSBMED301
HLTDEN027
HLTSTE004
Entry in HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting has no pre-requisite 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.
Check the currency of HLT35021 and HLT45021.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Given that some students may already be able to demonstrate their competence in some units, a recognition of prior learning (RPL) assessment process may be available to students to recognise skills and knowledge that may have been gained through formal and informal training and/or learning, work experience and life experience.
Why choose us?
Flexible Online Study
All of our courses are delivered online, giving you the flexibility to choose your course length.
Dedicated Student Support
Our industry experienced Technical Advisors, Assessors and Support Officers will support you from enrolment through to graduation.
Industry-relevant Courses
Course material is developed in consultation with industry experts to equip you with job-ready skills.
Nationally Recognised Training
All of our courses are Nationally Recognised and accredited.