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Nationally Recognised Australian Qualification
Upfront payment or flexible weekly payment options that suit your budget and lifestyle.
Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.
You will need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.
Given that some students may already be able to demonstrate their competence in some units, recognition of prior learning (RPL) assessment process may be available to students to recognise skills and knowledge that may have been gained through formal and informal training and/or learning, work experience and life experience.
There are no mandatory workplace hours to complete this qualification. However, Students must have access to a dental practice, equipment for sterilisation, imaging equipment and a qualified supervisor i.e., a person who holds Certificate IV in Dental Assisting or a higher relevant qualification to complete their course.
Students may need to undertake a Working with Children check to meet individual work placement employer requirements. We will assist you in organising a work placement location of your choosing.
Your skills and capabilities to undertake this training product will be assessed, and advice on suitability will be provided during the pre-enrolment process.
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who have achieved the following:
Upfront payment or flexible weekly payment* options that suit your budget and lifestyle.
*Payment plan total is $100 deposit + 78 weekly payments. Foundation Education uses the direct debiting services of Debitsuccess on payment plans. Payment plans will incur a $12 establishment fee, charged with the first instalment, plus a 3.63% transaction fee on each transaction.
Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.
Have you already attained a Certificate III in Dental Assisting? Are you looking for more responsibility? Want to progress your skillset to a higher level? A Certificate IV in Dental Assisting could be the perfect course for you. Suited to individuals with strong communication skills, a caring nature and a willingness to learn, a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting will prepare you for numerous employment opportunities in the healthcare sector.
The HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting reflects the role of dental assistants that provide an advanced level of assistance to dental practitioners which directly contributes to the quality of oral health care. Your main focus is to ensure your patients are comfortable and to provide the highest level of care while they undergo treatment. The course covers a variety of highly interesting and practical units that are directly applicable in a dental practice setting. This includes further developing skills in areas such as interpreting and applying medical terminology, taking clinical photographs, sterilising equipment and correctly managing sterile stock.
The Certificate IV in Dental Assisting is delivered online by Foundation Education, making it a flexible study course option for those already working in the industry. It takes just 12 months to complete the course and there are no set workplace hours to complete – although you will need access to a suitable dental practice to complete the assigned practical tasks. You can receive your qualification in just a year’s time and be fully prepared to apply for dental assisting jobs. This is a rewarding and highly sought-after career pathway that offers a lot of employment opportunities and growth for the future.
If you’ve already achieved a HLT31812, HLT35015 or HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting, you can apply for the HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting and progress your career in dental health today.
The HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting is a Nationally Recognised course.
Given that some students may already be able to demonstrate their competence in some units, a recognition of prior learning (RPL) assessment process may be available to students to recognise skills and knowledge that may have been gained through formal and informal training and/or learning, work experience and life experience.
Studying Certificate IV in Dental Assisting with Foundation Education is flexible and can be tailored to suit your needs.
Study the theoretical elements of this course anywhere and anytime through our online learning platform.
Components
8 course units to complete.
Completed online, at your own pace.
Resources Required
For the online part of the course, you’ll need regular access to:
Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points.
Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended).
Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above.
MAC: Operating system - OS X 10.14 Mojave or later.
Internet Browser: Google Chrome, or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11.
Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download).
Office Equipment: Printer and scanner to print and upload some of your assessments.
Mobile Phone with Video Capability or Video Camera: Some assessments in your course may require you to take and submit videos of you undertaking tasks for assessment.
