Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics
Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics
HLT60407
D104
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/03/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides the knowledge and skills needed to work as a registered Dental Prosthetist. It includes the skills of dental prosthetic examination, taking impressions, dental prosthesis try-in and inserting, issuing and maintaining dental prostheses.
Depending on particular state/territory legislation and regulations the qualification may need to be combined with the specified periods of clinical practice before the graduate can work as a dental prosthetist.
Occupational title for this worker is:
Dental prosthetist
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSTo gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a To gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following core units of competency (or their equivalent) from the Diploma of Dental Technology:
BSBWOR301A, BSBINM301A, HLTDT301C, HLTDT302C, HLTDT303C, HLTDT304C, HLTDT315C, HLTDT507C, HLTDT508C, HLTDT509C, HLTDT510C, HLTDT511C, HLTDT512C, HLTDT513C, HLTDT514C, HLTDT517C, HLTDT518C, HLTDT519B and HLTOHS300B
PACKAGING RULES
16 competency units are required for award of this qualification including:
- 15 core units
- 1 elective unit, to be selected from those listed in the qualification
Note: "HLTDP608B Construct and insert an implant retained overdenture" is not appropriate for WA, and therefore it will not be offered.
1. Core Units
All fifteen (15) units must be completed
Note: DP units must be delivered by a qualified dental prosthetist or dentist
2. Relevant Elective Units
One (1) unit to be completed
The following outlines ONE example training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5862 | HLTDA417B | Take a clinical photograph | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXL3 | HLT60402 | Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J113 | HLT60412 | Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Science & Training (DEST).
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the VET Teaching & Learning Directorate of the WA Department of Education & Training on 22 October 2007.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following core units of competency (or their equivalent) from the Diploma of Dental Technology:
BSBWOR301AOrganise personal work priorities and development
BSBINM301AOrganise workplace information
HLTDT301CConstruct models (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDT302CConstruct custom impression trays (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDT303CConstruct registration rims (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDT304CArticulate models and transfer records (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDT315CConstruct thermoformed bases and appliances (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B, HLTDT301C, HLTDT302C, HLTDT304C)
HLTDT507CConstruct immediate dentures (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTDT301C, HLTDT302C, HLTDT303C, HLTDT304C, HLTDT519B)
HLTDT508CConstruct removable acrylic partial dentures (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTDT301C, HLTDT302C, HLTDT303C, HLTDT304C)
HLTDT509CConstruct cast metal alloy removable partial denture framework (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTDT301C, HLTDT302C, HLTDT303C, HLTDT304C, HLTDT519B)
HLTDT510CConstruct crown and bridge structures (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTDT301C, HLTDT302C, HLTDT304C)
HLTDT511CJoin alloy structures (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTDT301C, HLTDT302C, HLTDT303C, HLTDT304C, HLTDT519B, HLTDT507C, HLTDT508C, HLTDT509C, HLTDT510C)
HLTDT512CTake tooth shades (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTDT513CConstruct fixed restorations (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTDT509C, HLTDT510C)
HLTDT514CConstruct orthodontic appliances (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS300B, HLTDT301C, HLTDT302C, HLTDT303C, HLTDT304C, HLTDT519B, HLTDT507C, HLTDT508C, HLTDT509C, HLTDT510C, HLTDT511C)
HLTDT517CConstruct oral splints (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS300B, HLTDT301C, HLTDT304C, HLTDT519B)
HLTDT518CRepair and modify dentures and appliances (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS300B, HLTDT301C, HLTDT304C, HLTDT519B)
HLTDT519BConstruct simple complete removable acrylic dentures and appliances (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS300B)
HLTOHS300BContribute to OHS processes
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