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HLT45021

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

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Study Method Online
Institution The Institute of Allied Health
Recognition Nationally Recognised Training
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The Institute of Allied Health
  • Only Australian Citizens and Residents can apply for this course. This course is not available to international students

Course overview

Advance your career with the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (HLT45021), designed for those already working in or seeking to work in the dental field.

The HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting provides in-depth knowledge and skills required to excel in the dental industry. You will learn how to maintain workplace health and safety, interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately, provide brief interventions and much more.

This dental assisting course builds on the Certificate III in Dental Assisting, preparing you to support dentists and dental specialists in a variety of clinical settings.

With this Cert IV dental assistant, you’ll be ready to take on more responsibilities within a dental practice, from chairside assistance during procedures to managing patient records and promoting oral health. Employment prospects are strong, with a growing demand for skilled dental assistants across Australia.

Job outcomes

  • Dental Assistant

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What you'll learn

How to assist with a wide range of dental tasks, including:

  • Providing advanced chair side support
  • Implementing and monitoring infection control policies and procedures
  • Supporting dental procedures
  • Managing dental practice operations

Recognitions

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

  • 6 months

Delivery

  • This Cert IV in Dental Assisting is delivered online. You can study your online Certificate IV full-time, part-time, or at your own pace

Entry requirements

  • You must have completed a Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent and be at least 18 years old

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Assessment

  • There is no work placement for this Cert IV 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 through small group workshops (online) or private one-on-one assessments (in person or online) or submitting a video recording

Payment options

  • Discounted upfront payments or pay by fortnightly instalments

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About The 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).

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