TAFE NSW
Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Not currently employed?
Contact a Group Training Organisation (GTO) such as MEGT, Apprenticeship Support Australia, or MAS National for guidance and placement opportunities .
Make your mark as a qualified dental assistant offering an advanced level of support to dental practitioners. Contribute to the quality of community oral health care with a range of in-demand dental skills that you can apply across the industry.
Delivery mode
TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
That you are employed in the dental industry for at least 1 day per week to enrol in this qualification
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who have achieved:
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting - HLT31812 or
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting - HLT35015 or
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting - HLT35021 or equivalent
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Dental Assisting will prepare you for the following roles.
Dental Assistant
Dental assistants receive patients into the surgery, then help them relax and prepare for treatment by a qualified dentist. During treatments you’l...
Dental Nurse
A Dental Nurse assists dentists as they provide oral health treatment to patients. You might get patients ready for their treatment and work alongs...
Sterilisation Technician
A Sterilisation Technician sterilises equipment for a hospital or other health facility. You might work for a sterilisation service or in the steri...
About TAFE NSW
TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.
