HLT35021
Certificate III in Dental Assisting

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Certificate III in Dental Assisting

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Course overview

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Locations

South
Clarence

Attendance options

Part-time

Study type

Apprentices/Trainees

2025 Tuition fees

Subsidised $ 1,900.00
Concession* $ 400.00
Commercial $ 9,755.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Work towards gaining a qualification in dental assisting for the work you already do.

This Certificate III-level course in Dental Assisting is designed specifically for people who are currently employed in the dental industry as a Dental Assistant and are responsible for assisting a dentist, dental hygienist, dental prosthetist, dental therapist or oral health therapist during oral health care procedures.

This course will enable you to get formally recognised for your skills and knowledge in preparing for and assisting with oral health care procedures and dental radiography, infection prevention and control policies and procedures, and assisting with general practice administration.

To achieve this qualification, you must have completed at least 350 hours of work within your current Dental Assistant role.

On successful completion of this course, you may be interested in further developing your dental assistant skills and consider undertaking the HLT45015 – Certificate IV in Dental Assisting qualification at TasTAFE.

To achieve this qualification, you must have completed at least 350 hours of work within your current Dental Assistant role.

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Entry

As part of the application process, and before being offered a place in the course, a member of our Team will contact you to discuss if this course aligns with your goals and aspirations, and to ensure that you are fully informed and understand the course requirements.

There are no essential entry requirements for this course.

Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a HLT35021 - Certificate III in Dental Assisting.

Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Core units
CHCCOM005	Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people
HLTDEN015	Prepare for and assist with dental procedures
HLTDEN016	Assist with dental radiography
HLTDEN017	Assist with administration in dental practice
HLTINF002	Process reusable medical devices and equipment
HLTINF006	Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS001	Participate in workplace health and safety

Elective units
HLTDEN027	Take a clinical photograph
HLTDEN028	Provide effective oral hygiene instruction to patients with an oral health treatment plan
HLTSTE003	Sterilise loads

Career opportunities

Dental Assistant
Dental Laboratory Assistant

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At TasTAFE, we understand that everyone's journey is different and sometimes you might need some extra support to achieve your study or career goals.

Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

Our student support services are available for all students, and aim to provide the support you need to make your learning experience just that little bit easier.

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HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Course overview

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Attendance options

Study type

2025 Tuition fees

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Career opportunities

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HLT35021
Certificate III in Dental Assisting