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Childrens Services (Certificate III & Diploma)
This course trains students to prepare patients for oral examination and assist during dental procedures. They learn how to take and process x-rays using the principles of radiation biology and correct protection procedures. Students also learn skills in the administration of a dental practice, general dental procedures, undertaking infection control, applying basic first aid, maintaining equipment and storing dental materials.
Summary
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| 1 year of full-time study | |||
| Oral Health Centre in Nedlands | |||
| Central TAFE | |||
| Feb and July | |||
| Students are required to have a medical clearance (including Hepatitis B vaccination and tuberculosis clearance) and a Federal Police Clearance.* | |||
| This course requires a uniform to be worn which has a cost of around A$120. Students will also require navy pants and rubber soled shoes. | |||
| Included in this course is 150 hours of General Anaesthesia and Conscious Training. Students will also receive the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting - Assistance During General Anaesthesia & Conscious Sedation. | |||
Qualifications Available in this Program (depending on your entry & exit points)
- Certificate IV in Dental Assisting - Radiography
- Certificate IV in Dental Assisting - Assistance During General Anaesthesia & Conscious Sedation
General Entry Requirements and Pre-requisites
Entry into this course requires the equivalent of Australian Year 11 with passes in English and Science.
Special Requirements
> Students are required to have a medical clearance (including Hepatitis B vaccination and tuberculosis clearance) and a Federal Police Clearance.
Further details on these requirements will be provided at the College when you start.
What You'll Learn in Each Course
This program is delivered at the Oral Health Centre of Western Australia (OHCWA) in Nedlands which has modern facilities. Students benefit significantly from the interaction with dental professionals and students from UWA and Curtin University programs.
Work Experience, Activities & Events
Students are also able to gain mentored experience in modern simulated and live clinics before undertaking fieldwork placement in private practice.
Career Outcomes
Graduates can become a dental clinic assistant or dental receptionist in public or private dental clinics - in general or specialist practice.
Further Study & University Options
Graduates can continue further studies in Dental Hygiene at Curtin University, subject to meeting the University entrance requirements.
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