HLT35021 | 108108B

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Kick start your oral health care career with this entry-level course that will qualify you to work as a dental assistant.

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NEXT INTAKE On campus: South Bank Start date: 23 Jan 2023 Duration: 9 months

STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Sunshine Coast

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online Apprenticeships and traineeships International

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

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Concession

$550 - $666

Subsidised

$550 - $702

Full Fee

$4,380 - $6,235

International

$8,800

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Course overview

Start your career in oral health care with this entry-level course. This qualification is perfect for people looking to work as a dental assistant in a clinic. According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service the number of people working as dental assistants grew very strongly over the past five years and this is expected to continue to grow in the future. This popular rewarding occupation is expected to create around 16,000 job openings over the next five years.

This qualification will provide you with the skills to assist with dental radiography, sterilise equipment, assist with oral healthcare procedures, and use office software. Our highly-experienced team of industry professionals will give you the support and one-on-one guidance you need to successfully transition into the health sector.

Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work as a dental assistant in a clinical environment. You will also get the foundation skills needed to undertake further study in the field.

What can I do?

Dental Assistant

Course outcome:

HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Study your way

We know that life is busy, that's why our courses are designed to be flexible. Our mixed-mode delivery means you can complete components of your study online and our 'round-the-clock support services means you're never alone. Studiosity is an online after hours tutoring service focusing on writing, research and referencing, as well as subject-specific questions.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 2 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 350 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CHCCOM005

Communicate and work in health or community services

UNIT CODE :
CHCCOM005

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, management and other industry providers.
UNIT NAME
Communicate and work in health or community services

UNIT CODE
CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIV001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
UNIT NAME
Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE
HLTDEN015

Prepare for and assist with dental procedures

UNIT CODE :
HLTDEN015

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare the dental surgery including equipment, instruments and materials, for dental procedures and assist the practitioner during dental procedures.
UNIT NAME
Prepare for and assist with dental procedures

UNIT CODE
HLTDEN016

Assist with dental radiography

UNIT CODE :
HLTDEN016

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare patients for dental radiography. It also describes the skills and knowledge to process and mount conventional dental radiographs.
UNIT NAME
Assist with dental radiography

UNIT CODE
HLTDEN017

Assist with administration in dental practice

UNIT CODE :
HLTDEN017

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required for a dental assistant to assist the practitioner by managing appointments to suit the patient and the organisation, recording and reconciling payments, and maintaining patient records.
UNIT NAME
Assist with administration in dental practice

UNIT CODE
HLTINF001

Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures

UNIT CODE :
HLTINF001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to follow organisational infection prevention and control procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to infection risks.
UNIT NAME
Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures

UNIT CODE
HLTINF002

Process reusable medical devices and equipment

UNIT CODE :
HLTINF002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to clean, sterilise and package reusable medical devices and equipment.
UNIT NAME
Process reusable medical devices and equipment

UNIT CODE
HLTWHS001

Participate in workplace health and safety

UNIT CODE :
HLTWHS001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility.
UNIT NAME
Participate in workplace health and safety

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
HLTAID011

Provide First Aid

UNIT CODE :
HLTAID011

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. The unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
UNIT NAME
Provide First Aid

UNIT CODE
BSBTEC201

Use business software applications

UNIT CODE :
BSBTEC201

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use software and organise electronic information and data.
UNIT NAME
Use business software applications

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CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	Anytime	up to 1 year	Existing worker: Self-paced	Online	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $4,380 Apply
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $6,235 Apply

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Mooloolaba	Anytime	Existing worker/VPC up to 1 year	Full time	Mixed mode	JobTrainer: $0 Concession: $550 Subsidised: $550 Full fee: $4,380 Apply

START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Anytime	up to 1 year	Existing worker: Self-paced	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $4,380 Apply

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEESHIP	DELIVERY MODE
South Bank	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	MIXED MODE

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEESHIP	DELIVERY MODE
Mooloolaba	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	MIXED MODE

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	International: $8,800 Apply
South Bank	10 Jul 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	International: $8,800 Apply

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CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	Anytime	up to 1 year	Existing worker: Self-paced	Online	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $4,380 Apply
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $6,235 Apply

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Mooloolaba	Anytime	Existing worker/VPC up to 1 year	Full time	Mixed mode	JobTrainer: $0 Concession: $550 Subsidised: $550 Full fee: $4,380 Apply

START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Anytime	up to 1 year	Existing worker: Self-paced	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $4,380 Apply

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEESHIP	DELIVERY MODE
South Bank	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	MIXED MODE

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEESHIP	DELIVERY MODE
Mooloolaba	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	MIXED MODE

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	International: $8,800 Apply
South Bank	10 Jul 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	International: $8,800 Apply

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CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	Anytime	up to 1 year	Existing worker: Self-paced	Online	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $4,380 Apply
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $6,235 Apply

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Mooloolaba	Anytime	Existing worker/VPC up to 1 year	Full time	Mixed mode	JobTrainer: $0 Concession: $550 Subsidised: $550 Full fee: $4,380 Apply

START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Anytime	up to 1 year	Existing worker: Self-paced	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $4,380 Apply

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEESHIP	DELIVERY MODE
South Bank	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	MIXED MODE

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEESHIP	DELIVERY MODE
Mooloolaba	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	MIXED MODE

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	International: $8,800 Apply
South Bank	10 Jul 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	International: $8,800 Apply

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CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	Anytime	up to 1 year	Existing worker: Self-paced	Online	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $4,380 Apply
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $6,235 Apply

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Mooloolaba	Anytime	Existing worker/VPC up to 1 year	Full time	Mixed mode	JobTrainer: $0 Concession: $550 Subsidised: $550 Full fee: $4,380 Apply

START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Anytime	up to 1 year	Existing worker: Self-paced	Concession: $666 Subsidised: $702 Full fee: $4,380 Apply

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEESHIP	DELIVERY MODE
South Bank	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	MIXED MODE

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEESHIP	DELIVERY MODE
Mooloolaba	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	MIXED MODE

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	International: $8,800 Apply
South Bank	10 Jul 2023	9 months	Full time 4 days per week	Classroom	International: $8,800 Apply

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You will be able to access your learning materials from the first day of the study period. You must be enrolled to be able to access your learning materials. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements.

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Costs:

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
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Get the internationally-recognised qualification you need to launch your career while enjoying the unique Australian landscape, culture, and lifestyle.

No matter where you are in your study journey, our team of international student support advisors can help you settle into life in Australia and provide support and assistance to help you throughout your studies.

As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations.

You will be expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements. The number of hours of personal study required is dependent on your existing knowledge, skills and language needs.

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Certificate III in Dental Assisting (HLT35021)

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Certificate III in Dental Assisting

COURSE CODE: HLT35021

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How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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International student payment

Our preferred payment method is telegraphic transfer or credit card using Western Union Global Pay for Students or the Flywire Payment Portal. Western Union and Flywire both allow you to complete your payment in your own currency using a telegraphic transfer with no processing fees or delays.
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Selection criteria

Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) Test Requirements

All applicants are required to complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) Test prior to enrolment into this course. More information about the BKSB can be found via the TAFE Queensland website - Basic Key Skills Builder page. Please contact Faculty Administration to arrange a time to complete your BKSB assessment in person or via Microsoft Teams.

Domestic Students
The following Selection criteria requirements apply only to Domestic Students:

If your chosen study mode is workplace delivery, it is recommended that you are currently working in the Dental industry (to be eligible to complete the external program - students must be working a minimum of 15 hours per week as a Dental Assistant)

International Students
The following Selection criteria requirements apply only to International Students:

English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 5.5 (no individual band less than 5.0) or ISLPR 2+ on all skills or other - For a list of all English Language test accepted by TAFE Queensland International
Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 10 (or equivalent). Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. For more information on the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12
Due to workplace Health and Safety, all participants need to have completed a course of Hepatitis B vaccinations before commencement of vocational placement, which occurs in approximately week 14 of the program. A course of injections takes approximately 6 months to complete and if applicants have not had Hep B vaccinations, they must begin the process and have had at least 2 of the 3 required injections prior to going to vocational placement. You will be required to provide a copy of your serology report as evidence of sero-conversion to HepB surface antigen (anti-HBsAg). Please contact your GP to arrange a referral for a blood test

Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age and turning 18 during the first year of study with TAFE Queensland. International students who are under 18 years of age and are applying for a student visa are required by the Australian Department of Home Affairs to have adequate welfare arrangements in place. TAFE Queensland has entered an agreement with Union Institute of Language (UIL) to facilitate the provision of the welfare services (fees apply).

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Placement

If you are not currently employed or volunteering in industry, during your course you will be required to complete vocational placement so you can start practicing your new skills in a real-world environment. You’ll be required to work shifts determined by your placement provider, and these can include early mornings or late nights, any day of the week, including public holidays. TAFE Queensland may be able to assist in arranging suitable placements.

You will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are required to complete 350 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to Apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

For International students

International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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Course Disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

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Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Course overview

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Course outcome:

Study your way

Core units

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Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

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Important Information

Read this before applying

Selection criteria

Resources required

Placement

Assessment Methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to Apply

Direct application

For International students

Course Disclaimer

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related Courses

Certificate III in Sterilisation Services

Careers

Diploma of Dental Technology

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Bachelor of Dental Prosthetics

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