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Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Get your career in dental health underway with this nationally recognised qualification.

The course equips you with the knowledge and skills to efficiently support a dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist during healthcare procedures, maintain high standards of infection control and assist with practice administration. Your studies will include cleaning and sterilising instruments and equipment, processing and storage of radiographic film, safe disposal of surgery waste and maintaining the cleanliness of treatment rooms. You will also learn helpful administrative skills such as managing appointments, processing payments and maintaining accurate client records.

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Certificate III in Dental Assisting and Certificate IV in Dental Assisting – Dental Radiography HLT35015, HLT45015

Enter the dental industry with a nationally recognised qualification. Combine the HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting and HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting to become fully qualified in dental assisting and ready to start work in the...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Dental Radiographer +5
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate III in Dental Assisting + Certificate IV in Dental Assisting HLT35021, HLT45021

Become fully trained in dental assisting with a nationally recognised qualification. The combined HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting and HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting gives you everything you need to work as a professional denta...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Dental assistant +4
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate III in Dental Assisting HLT35021

The HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting is the ideal starting point for a successful career in the dental sector. You will gain critical experience, skills and knowledge in the field of dental assistance, with a strong focus on how to provide...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Dental Assistant +3
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting – Radiography Specialisation HLT45021

The HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Radiography) ensures you graduate with a strong understanding of medical imaging and radiation biology along with a superior skillset for assisting dental practitioners. This course is a natural p...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Dental Radiographer +3
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate III and Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance HLT33021, HLT40321

Turn your passion for helping people into a career in Allied Health Assisting. If you’re ready to advance your career in healthcare support, the HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance and HLT40321 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistanc...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Allied Health Assistant +5
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (Perth Only) HLT33021

A Certificate III in Allied Health is your entrance into the world of health services! This course will teach you to support workers in a range of fields such as audiology to social work. You will use your qualification to gain an entry-level job in ei...

Insight Training Group Australia Pty Ltd -  Course
Study Method In-class
Location Perth Western Australia +2
Job Outcomes Physiotherapist Aide +4
Insight Training Group Australia Pty Ltd -  Course

Certificate III in Health Administration HLT37315

This course will teach you how to maintain patient and financial records, manage information and resources and contribute to innovation in the workplace. The Certificate III in Health Administration equips you with knowledge of medical terminology and...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Admissions Clerk +2
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance HLT33021

With the Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance qualification, you’ll gain the foundation skills and knowledge required to hit the ground running in a rewarding, hands-on career in the health sector. This nationally recognised qualification will s...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Allied Health Assistant +1
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate III in Business (Medical Administration) BSB30120

Launch your business admin career with a nationally recognised qualification The BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Medical Administration) equips you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in a variety of healthcare workplaces such as hospitals,...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Medical receptionist +4
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate III in Community Pharmacy (Perth Only) SIR30116

The Certificate III in Community Pharmacy prepares you for a rewarding career as a pharmacy assistant in a retail pharmacy setting. This course equips you with the skills to provide excellent customer service, assist with pharmacy products, and support...

Gateway Training Academy Pty Ltd -  Course
Study Method In-class
Location Osborne Park Western Australia
Job Outcomes Pharmacy Assistant +2
Gateway Training Academy Pty Ltd -  Course

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (Perth Only) HLT33021

Are you interested in entering the health services industry? This nationally recognised qualification will allow you to enter into one of the most rewarding and enjoyable careers! When studying this course, you will gain knowledge in a range of fields...

Industry Skills Training -  Course
Study Method In-class
Location Perth Western Australia
Job Outcomes Podiatrist Aide +3
Industry Skills Training -  Course

Certificate III in Fitness SIS30321

If you are passionate about planning and delivering exercise programs that help clients reach their health and fitness goals, becoming a nationally qualified Group Exercise Instructor and Gym Instructor is for you....

Australian Institute of Personal Trainers -  Course
Study Method Blended, In-class, Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Gym Instructor +1
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers -  Course

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance HLT33115

Kickstart your career in healthcare with a nationally recognised qualification. The HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance provides you with the skills, knowledge and practical training required to launch a successful and fulfilling car...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Assistant in nursing +4
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport (VIC Only) HLT31120

Our Promise We are confident in the delivery of our training. On successful completion of the course, graduates will be guaranteed a telephone interview for vacant Patient Transport Officer positions in the Non-Emergency Patient Transport division. So...

St John Ambulance Australia (VIC) Inc -  Course
Study Method Blended
Location Melbourne Victoria
St John Ambulance Australia (VIC) Inc -  Course

Clean Health Elite Personal Trainer Nutrition Specialist Program SIS300321/SIS40221

The Clean Health Elite Personal Trainer Nutrition Specialist Program™ (PTNS ™) is the perfect PT qualification if you want to get qualified within 3 months and learn more than just typical program design and client assessment. Our educators feature glo...

Clean Health Fitness Institute -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Nutritional Therapist
Clean Health Fitness Institute -  Course

Clean Health Master Personal Trainer Program SIS300321/SIS40221

The Clean Health Master Personal Trainer Program™ (MPT ™) is the world’s most advanced personal training qualification today. Our educators feature global fitness icons, including Dr Layne Norton, Dr. Bill Campbell, Hattie Boydle, Sebastian Oreb,...

Clean Health Fitness Institute -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Nutritional Therapist
Clean Health Fitness Institute -  Course

Complete Personal Training Course SIS30321,SIS40221

The Complete Personal Training Course is perfect for getting your fitness career off the ground. You will graduate with not one but TWO nationally recognised qualifications and gain the best of both worlds. Delivered with hands-on, practical learning t...

Australian Institute of Personal Trainers -  Course
Study Method Blended, In-class, Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Personal Trainer +1
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers -  Course

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and Dietetic Support) HLT43021

Our Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and Dietetic Support) will equip you with the practical skills and knowledge to support Dietitians and Nutritionists in improving patient wellbeing through tailored nutritional programs. With th...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Nutrition and Dietetics Assi... +2
Foundation Education -  Course

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (Adelaide Only) CHC43415

This qualification reflects the role of workers participating in the design, implementation and evaluation of leisure, health activities and programs for clients in one or more sector areas. Workers may be in residential facilities and/or in community...

InterCare Training -  Course
Study Method Blended, In-class, Online, Virtual
Location Adelaide South Australia
Job Outcomes Activities Officer +5
InterCare Training -  Course

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance HLT43021

With the health industry booming, there are ample career opportunities if you’re looking to support Allied Health professionals provide care to patients in a range of health, welfare or community settings. The Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance...

Foundation Education -  Course
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Allied Health Assistant +3
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