Canberra Institute of Technology
Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Expand your career in the dental industry with this flexible qualification that reflects the role of dental assistants who provide an advanced level of assistance to dentists, dental hygienists, dental specialists, dental therapists or oral health therapists.
You will specialise in dental radiography and develop your skills in clinical photography and constructing models.
This course offers the best of both worlds - the flexibility of online learning along with hands-on sessions at our Simulated Dental Clinic and work-based learning and assessment, providing you with real world experience and the opportunity to practice what you learn.
Delivery mode
Canberra Institute of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualifications
Course fees
- ACT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the ACT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
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 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...
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...
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...
Treatment Coordinator
A Treatment Coordinator prepares treatment plans and costs for dental procedures. You’ll work closely with dental professionals and spend time disc...
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...
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...
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 Canberra Institute of Technology
CIT delivers accredited courses to industry, enterprise and community partners addressing skill requirements in a responsive and timely manner. Scoped to deliver over 180 nationally recognised accredited courses, CIT is ready to assist your workforce to upskill and meet the emerging demands of business and industry.
