The Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (HLT43012) enables students with existing work experience, skills and training in dental assisting to gain professional skills in dental radiography or oral health promotion (depending on their job role or career interest area). Enquire now for the list of electives that support each specialisation, and the minimum entry requirements.
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The Certificate IV in Dental Assisting will prepare you for the following roles.
Dental assistants receive patients into the surgery, then help them relax and prepare for treatment by a qualified dentist. During treatments you’l...
A Dental Technician makes dental appliances such as dentures or mouthguards. You might take casts or impressions of clients’ teeth and mouths and u...
An Oral Health Therapist works with clients to improve the overall health of their teeth and gums. You might examine patients’ mouths and discuss a...
A Dental Hygienist performs minor dental procedures and assessments on clients. You might work at an oral health clinic, a dental practice or other...
A Dental Nurse assists dentists as they provide oral health treatment to patients. You might get patients ready for their treatment and work alongs...
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