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Certificate III In Dental Assisting

HLT35021

The HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting provides a solid foundation in essential dental assisting skills, including chairside assistance, infection control, administration in dental practice, and assisting with dental radiography.

With this dental assistant certification, you’ll be prepared to work in a variety of dental settings, assisting dentists and other dental professionals in delivering quality oral healthcare. Job prospects are promising, with growing demand for skilled dental assistants.

You’ll be ready to perform a range of duties that support the dental team, including preparing patients for treatment, managing infection control procedures, and assisting with dental procedures. After completing this Cert III dental assisting course, you may choose to further enhance your skills by pursuing a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting.

Enrol now to study Dental Assisting online. Earn your Certificate III with the Institute of Allied Health and access a wide range of student supports to help you succeed.

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Icon-Course-Delivery Course Delivery

Online, Self-paced

Icon-Duration Duration

12 months (full time)

Icon-Units Structure

10 Units

You are able to gain entry to the Certificate III in Dental Assisting if you have:

  • Icon-Small-Tick This course is not available to international students.
  • Icon-Small-Tick have at least Year 10 (or equivalent) and be at least 16 years of age.

Institute of Allied Health is a trading name for the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors Pty Ltd and qualifications are awarded by AIPC (RTO Provider Number 0670).
  • Icon-Small-Tick Reduced Upfront (and enjoy a substantial discount).
  • Icon-Small-Tick Fortnightly Payment Plan (take advantage of our fortnightly payment plans over 26 fortnights.).
  • Icon-Small-Tick Pay via Credit Card or Direct Debit.

Our Student Support Centres are located in:

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  • Icon-Small-Tick Melbourne
  • Icon-Small-Tick Perth

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Why study our Certificate III In Dental Assisting

Our Certificate III in Dental Assisting is a journey of self discovery, providing deep insight into why you think and behave as you do.

0You will learn:

  • Icon-Small-Tick How to provide a range of dental assisting tasks
  • Icon-Small-Tick Assisting with dental procedures
  • Icon-Small-Tick Infection prevention and control
  • Icon-Small-Tick Processing reusable medical devices and equipment
  • Icon-Small-Tick Supporting patient care

1Career Outcomes:

  • Icon-Small-Tick Dental Assistant
  • Icon-Small-Tick Use your attention to detail and caring nature to support dental professionals in providing high-quality oral healthcare

Australia’s fastest growth industry

15.8%

Expected Employment Growth

in the Health Care and Social Assistance Industry to 2026.

300,000

Expected Employment Growth

in the Health Care and Social Assistance Industry to 2026.

1,150

Expected Employment Growth

in the Health Care and Social Assistance Industry to 2026.

There has never been a better time for you to invest in your future career. The need for qualified employees supporting health and allied health professionals is greater than ever before. The Health Care and Social Assistance sector is predicted to be the fastest growth industry over the next 5 years. Working in the health sector is supremely rewarding. You will be supporting the delivery of health services to vulnerable patients who need care, support and assurance.

Course Outline

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UNIT #
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[HLTWHS001] Participate in workplace health and safety

This unit covers the essential skills required to contribute to workplace health and safety practices, including identifying hazards, assessing risks, and following safe work procedures.

[CHCDIV001] Work with Diverse People

This unit focuses on developing skills to work inclusively with people from diverse cultural, social, and linguistic backgrounds in a respectful and effective manner.

[HLTINF006] Apply Basic Principles and Practices of Infection Prevention and Control

This unit teaches the fundamental practices for preventing and controlling infections in a healthcare setting, emphasizing hygiene and safety protocols.

[CHCCOM005] Communicate and work in health or community services

This unit provides skills in effective communication within health and community services, focusing on interaction with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

[BSBTWK201] Work Effectively with Others

This unit covers the skills required to work collaboratively in a team environment, fostering positive relationships and effective teamwork.

[HLTDEN015] Prepare for and Assist with Dental Practice

This unit teaches the essential skills required to prepare for and assist with various dental procedures, supporting dental practitioners in a clinical setting.

[HLTINF002] Process Reusable Medical Devices and Equipment

This unit involves the proper cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of reusable medical devices and equipment to ensure patient safety and infection control.

[HLTDEN016] Assist with Dental Radiography

This unit focuses on assisting with dental radiography procedures, including positioning patients, processing images, and ensuring safety in the dental radiography environment.

[HLTDEN017] Assist with Administration in Dental Practice

This unit covers the administrative tasks required in dental practice, such as scheduling appointments, managing records, and maintaining patient confidentiality.

[HLTAID011] Provide First Aid

This unit equips students with the skills to deliver basic first aid in emergency situations, including CPR and managing a variety of common medical emergencies.

* These units require completion of a work placement of a minimum 350 hours.

This Certificate III in Dental Assisting Qualification qualification requires the completion of HLTAID011, Provide First Aid. Students are required to attain this through an appropriate training organisation and provide a Statement of Attainment to receive a Credit Transfer for this unit. In undertaking this unit, students will need to have the physical capacity to undertake CPR for at least two minutes kneeling on the floor.

At IAH we have a payment method to suit every student. If you decide to pay for your course upfront you will enjoy a substantial discount, and you can concentrate on your studies without thinking about further payments.

If you would prefer to spread your payments, you can take advantage of our fortnightly payment plans over 26 fortnights.

We always strive to keep tuition as affordable as possible, opening up quality education for everyone.

Course*
Reduced Upfront Payment
Fortnightly Payment**

Certificate III In Dental Assisting

$4,790
$99
x 21 fortnights

**Fortnightly payments can be made by Credit Card or Direct Debit.

For over 30 years AIPC has set the benchmark for service and support in education. We offer a complete external study support system that has been developed and refined over decades of research and continual student feedback.

As a student you have unlimited access to the Institute’s Toll Free 1300 Study Assistance Line. Our Degree-qualified Education Advisers are available 9am and 5pm EST Monday to Friday to provide you with friendly academic support. Their focus is to support you throughout your studies so you can graduate in the time frame you set. This includes answering questions on assignment topics, personal coaching on assignment writing, and giving hints and tips on specific concepts. The Study Assistance Line is there whenever you feel you need a bit of extra guidance.

The Institute website is an extremely helpful study resource. Via the website you can access the My.AIPC Student Portal which is your link to numerous study support and e-learning functions. You can:

  • Download electronic versions of your workbooks,
  • Complete your activities and upload for marking,
  • Contact an Online Education Adviser for study assistance,
  • Plus much more.

The Institute has developed a comprehensive range of resources to help you expand your knowledge and practical skills throughout your studies and beyond. 

The Institute also has a large reference list of books and resources for students who wish to broaden their reading. This list covers the areas of Counselling, Psychology, Sociology and Behavioural Science. 

Capitalising on the accessibility of the internet, the Institute has developed two websites to complement your studies. The Institute's Articles site at www.aipc.net.au/articles is an online facility where you can browse numerous articles on a variety of counselling topics. And Counselling Connection, the Institute's official blog, at www.counsellingconnection.com, assists you with access the latest information about counselling and what's happening in the industry. 

There are also numerous ways to connect to the Institute through social media, including Facebook, Twitter, Google + and Google Communities.

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