HLT45021 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Overview
If you want to make a difference in people's smiles, then you should consider a qualification in dental assisting. Progress your career with our Certificate IV in Dental Assisting delivered by our experienced teaching team.
The Certificate IV in Dental Assisting reflects the role of dental professionals who provide advanced support to dental practitioners, enhancing the standard of oral health care. The skills acquired through this qualification must be applied in compliance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards, and relevant industry codes of practice.
Dental radiography tasks must only be carried out by individuals holding a radiation user licence, issued by the appropriate State or Territory regulatory authority under applicable legislation. Graduates will be eligible to apply for a radiation licence specific to their state or territory.
At the time of publication, this qualification does not have any occupational licensing, certification, or specific legislative requirements.
This is a nationally recognised course.
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Study Experience
- Experienced Teaching Team
- Pay as You Go
- Clustered Course Units
- Fast-Tracked Course
Career Opportunities
Completion of HLT45021 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting may provide opportunities for potential career advancement in the dental industry. Typical roles can include Dental Assistant, Senior Dental Assistant, and Clinical Co-ordinator.
Successful students will be able to apply for a radiation licence applicable in their state/territory.
Structure & Availability
Online Course Structure
Duration:| Full Time Duration | Part Time Duration |
|---|---|
| 1 Year | 2 Years |
This program can take 1-2 years to complete, however as it is competency based it may be possible for students to complete their training sooner if they have reached the required skill level.
Course content is delivered online via CQUniversity’s Moodle platform. You are required to be working or volunteering in a dental facility for a minimum of 12 hours per week to complete the practical requirements of this course.
Cluster 1 - Work Health and Safety and Cultural Safety
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
Cluster 2 - Dental Radiography Specialisation
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| HLTDEN022 | Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image |
| HLTDEN023 | Produce a prescribed dental radiographic image |
| HLTDEN021 | Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice |
Cluster 3 - Sterilise Loads and Medical Terminology
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| HLTSTE003 | Sterilise loads |
| BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
Cluster 4 - Recognise and Respond to Oral Health Issues
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| HLTOHC007 | Recognise and respond to oral health issues |
This course has no residential schools.
On the job training is an important and vital factor in successfully completing this qualification. Students must be an existing worker or a volunteer in a dental practice in order to satisfy the assessment requirements for each of the units of competency within this qualification. Students are required to be working or volunteering in a dental facility. It is recommended for students to work a minimum of 12 hours per week in order to gain the skills and knowledge as outlined in each of the units of competency.
Requirements
Completion of the BKSB (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.
Entry to this qualification requires students to have successfully completed and hold one of the following qualifications:
HLT31812 Certificate III in Dental Assisting or
HLT35015 Certificate III in Dental Assisting or
HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting or
equivalent.
You must be an existing worker or a volunteer in a dental practice in order to satisfy the assessment requirements for each of the units of competency within this qualification. You are required to be working or volunteering in a dental facility.
Fees & Scholarships
Fee for Service/ Full Fee
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Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more
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