HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Domestic Traineeship Only)
- Course Code HLT45021
- Duration 26 weeks (20 weeks of study + 6 weeks of holidays)
- Location Perth Campus
- Timetable Monday and Tuesday (8.45am - 5.00pm)
- Self Directed Study 4 - 6 hours
- Next Intake Date Monthly
Course Outline
This course is appropriate for you if want to provide an advanced level of assistance to dental practitioners and other dental professionals. The course will advance the level of your knowledge and skills needed in assisting dentists, dental hygienists or dental therapists during all health care procedures, maintaining high standards of infection control and assisting with practice administration. As a student in this course, you will undertake a minimum of 120 hours of clinical placement, linked with a number of units of competency in the Certificate IV program. You would undertake the practical components of the course by working alongside qualified professionals, fully supervised by WAIFS trainers and designated supervisors at the host employer.
*Please note all WAIFS courses are also offered via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
This course will be delivered and assessed via classroom delivery, simulated environments, presentations, knowledge questions, and written assessments.
-
Entry Requirements
WAIFS’ Entry Requirements:
Please click here for Academic and English entry requirements.
Australian Immigration Requirements for International Students:
International Students should note that Australian Immigration may have different entrance requirements. Up to date information can be found here. Students should always be aware of these requirements before applying for a student visa.
Compulsory work-based training (WBT) forms part of this course. Students of this course should be physically able to undertake the requirements of WBT. Please refer to the unit details for specific requirements. As a minimum a student should be able to stand, move around and lift objects which may be heavy following work, health and safety practices.
-
Units of Competency
Total Number of Units: 8
2 core units + 6 elective units
Core Units
Unit Code Unit Name Sterilise loads Maintain work health and safety Elective Units
Unit Code Unit Name Coordinate business resources Assist in dental procedures during conscious sedation Implement an oral hygiene program for older people Use medical terminology in health care Work with diverse people Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control -
Work-based Placement
All students of Certificate IV in Dental Assisting undertake 120 hours of clinical placement, linked with a number of units of competency in the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. Students will undertake the practical components of their course in the health sector and work alongside qualified professionals. Students are supervised during these placements by WAIFS trainers and designated supervisors at the host employer.
Students should note that Work-Based training is compulsory for all students of this course. A full certificate for this course cannot be obtained without successful completion of work-based training, along with all other required assessments.
Work-based training placements in industry are generally arranged by WAIFS’ work-based placement co-ordinators who have strong links with industry. Further information on work-based training can be found by reading our Work Placement FAQs available here.
-
Pathways/Articulation
Successful completion of this qualification provides you with a pathway into the Diploma level or other qualifications in Health. You may be able to receive exemptions from some subjects based on this qualification.
If you want more detailed information about this course, please contact admissions@waifs.wa.edu.au.
-
Domestic Fees
Tuition Fee: $1,750.00
Materials Fee: $250.00
Uniform Fee: $200.00
A one off $250.00 Enrolment Fee is applicable to process the Application.
*Course fees may change. This is usually annually on 1 July and typically no more than 4%.
**Fees quoted are in AUS Dollars.
Indicative Domestic Fees – Government Funded
This course is eligible for funding and you may be eligible for a government subsidized study place.
Traineeship duration may differ.
For more information on funded fees/traineeship enquires please email marketing@waifs.wa.edu.au.
Please refer to Jobs and Skills WA to find out more about the funding and associated delivery.
