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Please note that the information shown below is for an obsolete version of the course. Please select the 'Next Version' button to view more relevant dataHLT35015 - Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Course Details
Course Summary
Unlock your potential and start a rewarding career in dentistry as a Dental Assistant. This qualification is suitable for individuals looking to gain the skills and knowledge to confidently assist dental practitioners during a variety of dental procedures. You will support quality and professionalism in the dental sector, and develop a strong understanding of Infection Control and Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures. In your role, you will assist with administration practice, dental radiography and sterilise dental equipment and devices.
Entry Requirements
You must be working in relative industry in order to satisfy the assessment requirements and work hours for the units of competency within this qualification. Students are required to complete 300 hours vocational placement to develop competence in the workplace environment with on-the-job and online assessment and 370 hours / flex / independent learning with assessment preparation and online assessment. This includes: private general dental practice, private specialist practices such as orthodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics and public community Oral health clinics. Candidate must possess sound language, literacy and numeracy skills.
Vocational Placement and Work Integrated Learning
Students must complete a Vocational Placement and/or Work Integrated Learning as part of this qualification.
Additional information
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 300 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.Course Details
| Course Type | Qualification |
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| Student Availability |
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| Fees | For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees |
| Application Mode |
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| How to Apply | Please Enquire |
| Study Area |
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| Skill Area |
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| AQF Level | Level 3: Certificate III |
Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
Not Applicable |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
Graduates will be eligible to apply for positions as a dental assistant within a variety of settings. This includes: private general dental practice, private specialist practice (orthodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, special needs and paediatric dentistry), as well as public school dental clinics, adult dental clinics, community health centres, prisons, Aboriginal dental services and residential care facilities. Certificate IV is a natural progression from Certificate III and both contain many of the same units. Certificate IV also contains a radiography specialisation which is particularly useful to students in this field.
Course Structures
In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete 9 core units
- Complete 2 elective units
Study Mode Definitions
- Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
- On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
- Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
Please select a course structure from the options below:
Standard Course Structure
1 year full-time
- RPL/RCC/Credit
- Employer Based (VET Providers Only)
- Mixed Mode
| Core |
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| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTDEN001 | Prepare for and assist with oral health care procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTINF002 | Process reusable medical devices and equipment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTDEN002 | Assist with dental radiography | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTDEN003 | Assist with administration in dental practice | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Elective |
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| HLTOHC003 | Apply and manage use of basic oral health products | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTOHC004 | Provide or assist with oral hygiene | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
|---|---|
| 1 | HLTINF001 - Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| 1 | HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety |
| 2 | HLTDEN001 - Prepare for and assist with oral health care procedures |
| 2 | HLTINF002 - Process reusable medical devices and equipment |
| 3 | HLTDEN002 - Assist with dental radiography |
| 3 | HLTAID003 - Provide first aid |
| 4 | HLTDEN003 - Assist with administration in dental practice |
| 4 | HLTOHC003 - Apply and manage use of basic oral health products |
| 4 | HLTOHC004 - Provide or assist with oral hygiene |
| 5 | CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people |
| 5 | CHCCOM005 - Communicate and work in health or community services |
Trainees (User Choice)
1 year full-time
- Online
| Core | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTDEN001 | Prepare for and assist with oral health care procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTINF002 | Process reusable medical devices and equipment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTDEN002 | Assist with dental radiography | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTDEN003 | Assist with administration in dental practice | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Elective | ||||
| HLTOHC003 | Apply and manage use of basic oral health products | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTOHC004 | Provide or assist with oral hygiene | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
|---|---|
| 1 | HLTINF001 - Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| 2 | HLTDEN001 - Prepare for and assist with oral health care procedures |
| 2 | HLTINF002 - Process reusable medical devices and equipment |
| 3 | HLTDEN002 - Assist with dental radiography |
| 3 | HLTAID003 - Provide first aid |
| 4 | HLTDEN003 - Assist with administration in dental practice |
| 4 | HLTOHC003 - Apply and manage use of basic oral health products |
| 4 | HLTOHC004 - Provide or assist with oral hygiene |
| 5 | CHCCOM005 - Communicate and work in health or community services |
| 5 | CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people |
The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
Course Assessment Information
RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
| Assessment Types |
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| Written/Electronic Assessment |
| RPL |
| Practical Task |
| Third Party Verification |
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?
Please view the more details information for any additional information related to this course.
Domestic 2019 Availabilities
Standard Course Structure
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
Trainees (User Choice)
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Domestic 2020 Availabilities
Standard Course Structure
Online
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
Trainees (User Choice)
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Domestic 2021 Availabilities
Standard Course Structure
Online
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
Trainees (User Choice)
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
For individual class days and times for each intake please check the TAFE Timetable located here
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Additional Resources and Textbooks
All learner guides are hard-copy format only and will be mailed to students.
PPE such as closed in shoes, Gown or scrubs, eyewear and a uniform are the responsibility of the student and/or their employer.
Recommended non-mandatory reading available online and to borrow from the CQUniversity Library: “Modern Dental Assisting” Edition 12, Bird, Doni L and Robinson, Debbie S.
Practical Placement Information
Vocational placement is an important and vital factor in successfully completing this qualification. You must be working or volunteering in a dental practice in order to satisfy the assessment requirements for the units of competency within this qualification. This may include: private general dental practice, private specialist practices such as orthodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, and public community / school oral health clinics.
You are required to complete 300 hours work placement to develop competence in a workplace environment. It is also recommended that you put aside up to 12 hours a week for independent learning/study and to prepare for workplace assessment and online assessment.