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HLT45021

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting – Radiography Specialisation

Study Method
Online
Institution
Foundation Education
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
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  • This is NOT a FREE TAFE course, government funding is NOT available. Payment plan options are available.
  • Only Australian Citizens and Residents can apply for this course. Limited visa holders can be accepted pending a VEVO check. This provider is not CRICOS registered and cannot accept Subclass 500 visa holders.

Course Overview

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 progression from a Certificate III in Dental Assisting and will help set you up to succeed as a qualified dental assistant and/or dental radiographer.

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Who's It For?

  • Completed your Certificate III in Dental Assisting? This course will progress you with further qualifications to excel your career opportunities in the dental industry and beyond
  • Ready to kickstart your career? Earn a nationally recognised qualification in just 12 months with practical units to enter the workforce job ready
  • Looking for a career change? Become a qualified dental assistant through a flexible, online course with promising career opportunities at the finish line

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Dental Radiographer
  • Dental assistant
  • Dental sterilisation nurse
  • Dental therapy assistant
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What You'll Learn

  • Interpret and apply medical terminology
  • Take clinical photographs
  • Apply principles of radiation biology and protection in a dental practice
  • Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image
  • Produce a prescribed dental radiographic image

Recognition

<p>Nationally recognised training logo.</p>
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration Study Load

  • Duration – Up to 12 months
  • Study Load – Submit 1 unit of competency every 6 weeks to graduate in 12 months

Entry Requirements

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who have achieved:

  • HLT31812 Certificate III in Dental Assisting or
  • HLT35015 Certificate III in Dental Assisting or
  • HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent

Parental permission

Students under the age of 18 years require the signed consent of a parent or guardian to enrol in this qualification.

Residency status

To enrol, the prospective student must either be a permanent Australian resident (or equivalent), or have the right to study in Australia other than on a student visa.

Workplace supervisor requirements

The student must be supervised during placement by a Dental Practitioner registered with AHPRA. This supervisor must supervise the student and complete the corresponding paperwork for:

  • HLTDEN027 observation checklist
  • HLTDEN021 observation checklist
  • HLTDEN022 observation checklist
  • HLTDEN023 observation checklist

The student may also choose to nominate a second workplace supervisor that has a minimum of a Certificate IV in Dental Assistance to supervise work placement activities for units not listed above. The Dental Practitioner may be the student’s workplace supervisor for the entire work placement.

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Course Features

  • Flexible Online Study – All of our courses are delivered online, giving you the flexibility to choose your course length.
  • Dedicated Student Support – Our industry experienced Technical Advisors, Assessors and Support Officers will support you from enrolment through to graduation.
  • Industry Relevant Courses – Course material is developed in consultation with industry experts to equip you with job-ready skills.
  • Nationally Recognised Training Courses – All of our courses are Nationally Recognised and accredited.

Work Placement

  • There are no mandatory workplace hours to complete this qualification. However, Students must have access to a dental practice, equipment for sterilisation, imaging equipment and a qualified supervisor i.e. a person who holds Certificate IV in Dental Assisting or higher relevant qualification to complete their course.

Assessment

Students will need to complete a range of assessment activities such as:

Quiz

Quizzes may include multiple choice, matching, true/false to test students’ knowledge.

Assignment

Assignments may include short answer questions or longer answer questions and are designed to test application of knowledge in real-world situations.

Case Study

Realistic scenario/s requiring students to apply knowledge learnt.

Knowledge Questions 

Short-answer questions relevant to the information students have learnt within a unit.

Practical/Observation

Record of students performing real and simulated tasks relevant to a unit. This may also be referred to as a Workplace Observation Assessment.

Course Flyer

  • For detailed course information, please submit an enquiry form to obtain a course flyer and speak with a friendly Careers Advisor

Use of Radiation Apparatus – Special Conditions

There are specific licensing requirements that apply in areas of the use of radiation apparatus used in dental practice. A candidate must have completed an approved program of study to apply for and be granted a radiation license.

Application for the radiation license is through the relevant State or Territory Authority. For detailed licensing information, please submit an enquiry form to speak with a friendly Careers Advisor and obtain a course flyer.

Resources and Equipment

Resources and equipment

To successfully complete this course, it’s essential that your placement provider has the necessary equipment, resources and/or documentation. For detailed information on these requirements, please submit an enquiry form to obtain a copy of the complete list from a friendly Foundation Education Careers Advisor.

Student Radiation Use Licence

Queensland and Northern Territory students must hold a Student Radiation Use Licence prior to undertaking the practical assessments in the HLTDEN021, HLTDEN022, HLTDEN023 units. A copy of this licence must be provided to Foundation Education. Students in all other states/territories can be supervised by a licensee.

Subjects

Units
HLTSTE003Sterilise loads
HLTWHS003Maintain work health and safety
BSBMED301Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
HLTDEN0027Take a clinical photograph
HLTDEN021Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
HLTDEN022Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image
HLTDEN023Produce a prescribed dental radiographic image
HLTDET001Construct models
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Payment Options

Foundation Education offers affordable payment options to help you start your studies sooner.

  • Payment Plans* available (affordable weekly/fortnightly instalments)
  • Upfront Payment (possible discounts for eligible candidates)
  • Third-Party Finance (Subject to lender approval criteria)

Tuition fees include course delivery and assessment, online study material and dedicated student support services.

*Payment plan total is $100 deposit + 78 weekly payments. Foundation Education uses the direct debiting services of Debitsuccess on payment plans. Payment plans will incur a $12 establishment fee, charged with the first instalment, plus a 3.63% transaction fee on each transaction. Weekly payment amount provided is already inclusive of the transaction fee.

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About Foundation Education

Foundation Education provides students with access to quality vocational education alongside their sister brand, the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT), and a robust network of industry partners all around Australia.

With courses designed by industry experts, students gain the knowledge and experience to graduate with job-ready skills that employers seek. Plus, students can learn at their own pace and place through flexible online study.

Offering a wide range of Certificate and Diploma-level courses across Early Childhood Education and Care, Education Support, Allied Health, Dental Assisting, Health Services and more, Foundation Education has a vocational study option to take you where you want to go.

The Foundation Education difference means:

  • Flexible Online Study – Students can complete the theoretical component of courses online at their own pace.
  • Industry Relevant Courses – Course material is developed in consultation with industry experts to provide students with the comprehensive skills and knowledge required to graduate job-ready.
  • Dedicated Student Support – Our industry-experienced Technical Advisors, Assessors and Support Officers can support students from enrolment through to graduation.
  • National Recognised Training - Every Certificate and Diploma offered is nationally recognised and accredited, meeting established industry needs and national quality assurance requirements.

Foundation Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #22557)

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Dental Radiographer
  • Dental assistant
  • Dental sterilisation nurse
  • Dental therapy assistant
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Recognition

<p>Nationally recognised training logo.</p>
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

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