Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification provides the knowledge and skills needed to assist a dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist during all health care procedures, to help maintain high standards of infection control and to assist with practice administration.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeships pathways.
Occupational title for this worker is:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 8 units of competency are required for award of this qualification including:
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Core units
HLTDA303C Prepare for and assist with oral health care procedures (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDA304C Assist with dental radiography (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDA306C Assist with administration in dental practice (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTDA303C, HLTOHS200B)
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTIN302B Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTOHS200B Participate in OHS processes
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
