Qualification Outline

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22/07/2026 9:37 AM AWST

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Diploma of Dental Technology

Diploma of Dental Technology

Qualification
National Code:
HLT55118
State Code:
BDQ5
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0607 - Dental Studies
Original TGA Release Date
14/03/2018
Approved Date
19/06/2018
Stream of Study
Subsequent to Initial Vocational (4000)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
1190
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
5.00
Current Release Date
22/12/2025
VET Act Conditions
This qualification can only be obtained by fulfilling the obligations of an apprentice under a training contract except: • a person who is temporarily living in Australia on a student visa may obtain the qualification through a registered training provider approved to deliver a course for the qualification; or • a person seeking recognition of prior learning under s60I of the VET Act.
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
5.00 22/12/2025 Current Approved
4.00 01/07/2023 Replaced Approved
3.00 01/03/2023 Replaced Approved
2.00 08/04/2022 Replaced Approved
1.00 14/03/2018 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of a dental technician responsible for construction and repair of dentures and other dental appliances including crowns, bridges, partial dentures, pre- and post-oral and maxillofacial surgical devices, and orthodontic appliances.
Dental technicians work in dental laboratories on their own or in groups, under the prescription of dentists, dental prosthetists or dental specialists.
 
There are 0 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Twenty five (25) units must be completed:
- twenty one (21) core units
- four (4) elective units:
- three (3) units from the electives listed below
- one (1) unit from the list below; any endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Selected units must be relevant to the work outcome.

All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units

These units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OEI66 HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control 50 Unit of competency
AWA28 HLTDET004 Articulate models and transfer records 20 Unit of competency
AVC29 CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 50 Unit of competency
AWA24 HLTDET008 Construct cast alloy removable partial denture framework 70 Unit of competency
AWA21 HLTDET011 Construct ceramic and fixed restorations 110 Unit of competency
AWA17 HLTDET015 Construct complete removable acrylic dentures and appliances 135 Unit of competency
AWA23 HLTDET009 Construct crown and bridge structures 80 Unit of competency
AWA30 HLTDET002 Construct custom impression trays 25 Unit of competency
AWA26 HLTDET006 Construct immediate dentures 55 Unit of competency
AWA31 HLTDET001 Construct models 35 Unit of competency
AWA19 HLTDET013 Construct oral splints 25 Unit of competency
AWA20 HLTDET012 Construct orthodontic appliances 55 Unit of competency
AWA29 HLTDET003 Construct registration rims 25 Unit of competency
AWA25 HLTDET007 Construct removable acrylic partial dentures 55 Unit of competency
AWA27 HLTDET005 Construct thermoformed bases and appliances 30 Unit of competency
OAA15 HLTDET016 Design digital dental restorations and appliances using computer-aided design (CAD) 90 Unit of competency
AWA22 HLTDET010 Join alloy structures 25 Unit of competency
WG740 HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety 40 Unit of competency
OCD30 HLTAID011 Provide First Aid 18 Unit of competency
AWA18 HLTDET014 Repair and modify dentures and appliances 35 Unit of competency
AVC09 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people 30 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

At least three (3) units must be completed from this group.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OAA14 HLTDET017 Construct dental restorations and appliances using computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) 70 Unit of competency
OCF10 BSBOPS402 Coordinate business operational plans 35 Unit of competency
OCF12 BSBOPS401 Coordinate business resources 25 Unit of competency
OCF16 BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers 50 Unit of competency
AVB45 CHCPRP005 Engage with health professionals and the health system 30 Unit of competency
OCE82 BSBOPS404 Implement customer service strategies 35 Unit of competency
OCD74 BSBINS410 Implement records systems for small business 40 Unit of competency
OCF94 BSBLDR414 Lead team effectiveness 45 Unit of competency
OCF18 BSBOPS301 Maintain business resources 15 Unit of competency
AVC07 CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity 40 Unit of competency
AVA31 HLTINF002 Process reusable medical devices and equipment 70 Unit of competency
AVC08 CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety 30 Unit of competency
OCD29 HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid 25 Unit of competency
OCG02 BSBFIN401 Report on financial activity 45 Unit of competency
OCE84 BSBPMG430 Undertake project work 55 Unit of competency
OCE05 BSBTEC201 Use business software applications 55 Unit of competency
AVC31 CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships 45 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AZA1 HLT55115 Diploma of Dental Technology Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements
No information
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
(AP00940) DENTAL TECHNICIAN Apprenticeship