Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification provides the knowledge and skills necessary to provide an advanced level of chairside assistance to the operator, including contributing to the quality of dental care provided through well developed communication skills; providing an oral health education program that promotes good oral health as part of general good health; as well as implementing and monitoring infection control policy and procedures.
This qualification allows the dental assistant to select electives to address specific workplace needs in line with jurisdictional Dental Acts and Regulations.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeships pathways.
Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in all core units from the Certificate III in Dental Assisting (as listed below):
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
Occupational title for this worker is:
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Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 7 units of competency are required for award of this qualification including:
A wide range of electives is available and can be packaged to provide either:
Elective units may be selected from:
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PACKAGING RULES (contd) Elective units may be selected from:
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Core units
HLTAMBFC301C Communicate with clients and colleagues to support health care
HLTIN403C Implement and monitor infection control policy and procedures
(Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
Relevant electives
Four (4) elective units must be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules.
Group A electives identify specific units required for work in dental radiography.
Groups B, C, D and E specify electives recommended for work in the following areas:
- Oral health promotion
- General anaesthesia and conscious sedation
- Extended duties
- Practice administration
Electives for this qualification may be selected from these groups as well as from the electives listed below them and from other Training Packages, in line with the specified Packaging Rules.
Group A electives – required for dental radiography
The following three (3) units of competency are required for work in dental radiography:
HLTDA410C Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTOHS300B)
HLTDA411C Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTOHS300B)
HLTDA412C Produce a dental radiographic image
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTOHS300B)
Where Group A electives required for dental radiography work are achieved, this is to be clearly articulated on the transcript (certification) as:
"This qualification includes Group A electives for Dental radiography work "
Group B electives – recommended for work in oral health promotion
The following electives are recommended for work in oral health promotion:
HLTDA407C Implement an individualised oral hygiene program
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTOHS300B)
HLTDA413B Implement an oral hygiene program for older people
(Note pre-requs: HLTAMBFC301C, HLTDA407C)
HLTDA414B Implement an oral health promotion program
Group C electives – recommended for work in general anaesthesia and conscious sedation
The following electives are recommended for work in assisting with general anaesthesia and sedation:
HLTDA408C Assist in oral health care procedures during general anaesthesia
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTOHS300B)
HLTDA409C Assist in oral health care procedures during conscious sedation
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTOHS300B, HLTDA408C)
Group D electives – recommended for dental assisting work with extended duties
The following electives are recommended for dental assisting work with extended duties:
HLTDA415B Take an impression for study models
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B)
HLTDA417B Take a clinical photograph
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B)
HLTDT301C Construct models (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDT302C Construct custom impression trays
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDT303C Construct registration rims
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
Group E electives – recommended for dental practice administration work
The following electives are recommended for dental practice administration work:
BSBADM409A Coordinate business resources
BSBFIA301A Maintain financial records
BSBMED401B Manage patient record keeping system
HLTCOM405C Administer a practice
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
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.
Group F electives – recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Other relevant electives
In addition to the core and elective units listed above, other elective units of competency are to be selected in line with the Packaging Rules. Workplaces may package electives to reflect the functions of workers. The following sample electives are suggested as appropriate for this qualification.
BSBCMM401A Make a presentation
CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care
CHCOHC404A Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues
CHCOHC406A Provide or assist with oral hygiene (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C or CHCOHS312B)
CHCOHC407A Apply and manage use of basic oral health products
HLTDA407C Implement an individualised oral hygiene program
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B, HLTOHS300B)
HLTDA413B Implement an oral hygiene program for older people
(Note pre-requs: HLTAMBFC301C, HLTDA407C)
HLTDA414B Implement an oral health promotion program
HLTDA415B Take an impression for study models
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTIN302B)
HLTDA416B Allocate treatment appointments according to priority
(Note pre-requs: HLTAMBFC301C, HLTFA301C)
HLTDT301C Construct models (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDT302C Construct custom impression trays
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
HLTDT303C Construct registration rims
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTOHS200B)
TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction
