Dental Assistant Training
A career as a Dental Assistant is a rewarding and fulfilling career and provides many career opportunities within general dentistry, cosmetic, specialist services and oral surgery. A Dental Assistant's worth and need within a practice is invaluable to a dentist and a high quality, qualified and patient focused Dental Assistant is highly regarded within the profession.
The dental industry is a fast growing industry and there is a demand and high need for qualified Dental Assistants.
Our Introduction to Dental Assisting Training programme is a one week induction training programme designed to give participants an initial understanding of the dental industry, the role and responsibilities of a dental assistant and an understanding of basic dental nursing skills. Further training and career opportunities are discussed and recommended to give students an idea of a career plan within the industry and encourage students to further develop and grow their skills and knowledge i.e. Certificate III in Dental Assisting.
Please view our Dental Assisting Career Pathways brochure to give you an understanding of the career path within the medical industry.
Course Overview
This course teaches students the core principles of attributes, skills and knowledge that is essential and required long term to become a Dental Assistant of the highest qualities and one that will be highly regarded and sought after within the dental profession. This programme places a strong focus on providing a high level of patient care and how to interact with patients, which is a very important aspect to being a Dental Assistant. We provide you with background information on anatomy and physiology of the body as well as the mouth/teeth, which will give you an awareness of your own body and general health and well being of your teeth.
The course includes the following topics:-
- Overview of the dental industry
- Description of the dental team
- Job Description - duties and responsibilities of a Dental Assistant
- Personal and professional presentation
- Attributes, work values and ethics
- Patient Service & Care
- Communication and listening skills
- Dental Anatomy and physiology
- Dental charting
- Dental terminology
- Set up of the dental surgery
- Dental equipment
- Dental instruments
- Stock management
- Specialties in dentistry
- Infection Control
- OH&S and the Dental Act
The Introduction to Dental Assisting Training Programme is an accredited course. Upon successful completion of post course assessment, you will receive the following Statement of Attainment:-
- HLTHIR301A - Communicate and work effectively in health
Which form partial completion of the requirements for HLT31807 Certificate III in Dental Assiting.
Where are the courses held?
We offer our Introduction to Dental Assisting via gtoup workshop in:
Why Choose Indigo Medical & Dental Training?
- Comprehensive one week induction programme to assist you in gaining an entry level position within the dental industry
- Conducted by a Nationally Recognised Training Organisation within the healthcare industry
- Our Training Consultants have extensive experience within the dental industry, which enables you to draw upon their experience and expertise
- Able to offer further qualification training within the dental industry
- We are able to provide assistance to you within the dental industry through our affiliated recruitment organisation, Indigo Dental Consulting Services.
What do I need to do to receive further information or enroll in this course?
For telephone enquiries, please phone our Training Head Office on 02 9844 5496 or email training@indigoconsulting.com.au
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