Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Certificate III in Dental Assisting
HLT31812
J058
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
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.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeships pathways.
Occupational title for this worker is:
Dental assistant
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Eight (8) units of competency are required for award of this qualification including:- eight (8) core units
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD146 | HLTFA311A | Apply first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WD107 | HLTDA306D | Assist with administration in dental practice | 150 | Unit of competency |
| WD106 | HLTDA304D | Assist with dental radiography | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WD165 | HLTHIR301C | Communicate and work effectively in health | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8306 | HLTIN301C | Comply with infection control policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD311 | HLTWHS200A | Participate in WHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WD105 | HLTDA303D | Prepare for and assist with oral health care procedures | 390 | Unit of competency |
| WD180 | HLTIN302C | Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work | 70 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D043 | HLT31807 | Certificate III in Dental Assisting | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYX5 | HLT35015 | Certificate III in Dental Assisting | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships