Institute of Allied Health
Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Course Information
The HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting provides in-depth knowledge and skills required to excel in the dental industry. This dental assisting course covers areas such as workplace health and safety, medical terminology, brief interventions, and more.
Building on the foundation of the Certificate III in Dental Assisting, this qualification prepares you to work alongside dentists and dental specialists in diverse clinical settings. You'll gain the expertise to perform chairside assistance, manage patient records, and promote oral health with confidence.
Graduates of this dental assisting course enjoy good job prospects, with increasing demand for qualified dental assistants across Australia.
Full-time study typically takes approximately 6 months. You have a maximum of five (5) years from the date of enrolment to complete your course.
This Certificate IV in Dental Assisting course is delivered entirely online. You can study full-time, part-time, or at your own pace while continuing to work in your current dental role.
- Providing advanced chairside support
- Implementing and monitoring infection control policies and procedures
- Supporting dental procedures
- Managing dental practice operations
- Sterilising loads to the standards set for infection control in healthcare
- Managing a health billing and accounting system, including invoicing and accounts receivable
- Delivering brief interventions that help patients address a specific health issue
- Interpreting and applying medical terminology when reading clinical documentation
- Maintaining workplace health and safety, including assessing risks and controlling hazards
- Promoting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety in the practice
This course is designed specifically for dental assistants who already work chairside and want to take on more responsibility in the practice. It is suitable for those who want to manage billing, supervise sterilising, or support specialist procedures. Applicants must hold a Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent and be at least 18 years old.
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About Institute of Allied Health
The Institute of Allied Health is a national education provider specialising in health courses that lead to working in support and administrative roles in health-related services.
The Institute of Allied Health is part of the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors (AIPC), a longstanding provider of flexible counsellor education. Subsequently, the Institute has plenty of experience on which to draw to ensure you experience a high-quality, fully supported online learning experience.
It’s what our team have done for over 30 years, and we have enthusiastically extended this expertise into allied health training. Institute courses are offered through a network of Student Support Centres throughout Australia.
The Institute of Allied Health is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #0670).
Career Pathway
- Dental Assistant (Advanced)
Dental assistants who want to move into practice management may continue into the Diploma of Practice Management.
Professional Recognition
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia
NRT – Nationally Recognised Training. Qualifications are awarded by the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors Pty Ltd, trading as Institute of Allied Health (RTO Provider Number 0670).
Eligibility
- Must have completed a Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- This course is not available to international students.
Work Placement
There is no work placement for this Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. However, some units require the practical demonstration of skills and knowledge in a simulated work environment. A variety of options are available to complete practical assessments, including:
- Small group workshops (online)
- Private one-on-one assessments (in person or online)
- Submitting a video recording
Workshops are 4 hours in duration.
Curriculum
- Online assessment is completed for each topic.
- One practical assessment is completed as part of this course, in a simulated work environment.
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid must be attained through an appropriate external training organisation; students must provide a Statement of Attainment to receive a Credit Transfer for this unit. Students will need the physical capacity to undertake CPR for at least two minutes kneeling on the floor.
Additional Information
Important Notes:
- Online assessment is completed for each topic, and 1 practical is completed as part of this course.
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid must be completed through an appropriate external training organisation. Students must provide a Statement of Attainment to receive a Credit Transfer for this unit.
- The course outline is indicative and may be updated to incorporate any changes arising from industry reviews of this qualification.
- Progress through the course is achieved by completing each unit's assessment book and 1 practical (via online workshop, video, or private assessment).
- Students have a maximum of five (5) years from the date of enrolment to complete their course.
IAH Promises:
- Guarantee of Education Excellence: Over 30 years of specialised flexible education.
- #1 Graduate Outcome Program: Alumni communities and free mentoring included.
- 21-Day Money Back Guarantee: 100% refund if you withdraw within 21 days, no questions asked.
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