Bendigo TAFE

HLT45021

Certificate IV In Dental Assisting

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

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Contact a Group Training Organisation (GTO) such as MEGT, Apprenticeship Support Australia, or MAS National for guidance and placement opportunities .

This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide an advanced level of assistance to a dentist, dental hygienist, dental prosthetist, dental therapist or oral health therapist, which contributes to the quality of oral health care.

Delivery mode

Bendigo TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.

Locations
  • Building G, 154 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • Completed Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $14,945 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
SA
  • SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with Bendigo TAFE to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Bendigo TAFE.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $14,945 $0 Support may be available

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...

Avg yearly income $60,476
Entry barriers Low

Dental Technician

A Dental Technician makes dental appliances such as dentures or mouthguards. You might take casts or impressions of clients’ teeth and mouths and u...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Oral Health Therapist

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...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Treatment Coordinator

A Treatment Coordinator prepares treatment plans and costs for dental procedures. You’ll work closely with dental professionals and spend time disc...

Avg yearly income $91,000
Entry barriers Low

Dental Hygienist

A Dental Hygienist performs minor dental procedures and assessments on clients. You might work at an oral health clinic, a dental practice or other...

Avg yearly income $99,476
Entry barriers Low

Prosthetic Technician

A Prosthetic Technician constructs and repairs dental prosthetic pieces such as dentures or mouthguards. You might work for a dental or oral health...

Avg yearly income $79,976
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $60,684
Entry barriers Low

About Bendigo TAFE

At Bendigo TAFE we welcome you to join us in any stage of your learning journey – whatever your age, background or career aspirations.

Operating since 1995
Legal name Bendigo Kangan Institute
RTO code 3077