Certificate
This qualification provides the knowledge and skills needed to assist a dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist during all health care procedures, to help maintain high standards of infection control and to assist with practice administration. Successful completion of this certificate qualifies you for employment as a Dental Assistant.
As part of your Certificate III in Dental Assisting course, you would undertake 350 hours of clinical placement, linked with a number of units of competency in the certificate program. The training will take place in a dental setting, working alongside qualified professionals and being 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, work-based training, portfolios, presentations, knowledge questions, and written assessments.
WAIFS' Entry Requirements:
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You may be able to receive exemptions from some subjects based on this qualification.For more detailed information about this course, please contact admissions@waifs.wa.edu.au.
Total Number of Units: 10
8 core units + 2 elective units
Communicate and work in health or community services Work with diverse people
Prepare for and assist with dental procedures Assist with dental radiography Assist with administration in dental practice Process reusable medical devices and equipment
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control Participate in workplace health and safety