Modification History
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Release |
Comments |
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Release 3 |
Minor corrections to mapping details. Equivalent outcomes. |
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Release 2 |
Minor corrections to formatting to improve readability. Equivalent outcomes. |
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Release 1 |
HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting supersedes and is not equivalent to HLT45015 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide an advanced level of assistance to dental practitioners which contributes to the quality of oral health care.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
Dental radiography work must only be performed by a person with a radiation user licence granted by the relevant State /Territory regulatory authority under legislation.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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.
Packaging Rules
8 Units must be completed:
- 2 core units
- 6 elective units, consisting of:
- at least 4 units from the electives listed below.
- up to 2 units from the electives listed below or any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. Electives may be packaged to provide a Qualification with a specialisation, as outlined below.
Packaging for specialisation:
- All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Radiography).
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Note: Units marked with an asterisk * include one or more prerequisite units of competency. Refer to unit of competency for prerequisite requirements
Core units
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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HLTSTE003 |
Sterilise loads |
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HLTWHS003 |
Maintain work health and safety |
Elective units
Group A electives: DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY specialisation (3 units)
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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HLTDEN021 |
Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice |
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HLTDEN022 |
Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image |
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HLTDEN023 |
Produce a prescribed dental radiographic image |
Other Electives
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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BSBOPS401 |
Coordinate business resources |
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BSBMED301 |
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
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BSBMED401 |
Manage patient recordkeeping system |
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CHCCCS014 |
Provide brief interventions |
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CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
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CHCEDU001 |
Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies |
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HLTCCD003 |
Use medical terminology in health care |
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HLTDEN018 * |
Implement an individualised oral hygiene program |
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HLTDEN019 * |
Assist in dental procedures during general anaesthesia |
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HLTDEN020 |
Assist in dental procedures during conscious sedation |
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HLTDEN024 |
Implement an oral hygiene program for older people |
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HLTDEN025 |
Implement an oral health promotion program |
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HLTDEN026 |
Take an impression for study models |
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HLTDEN027 |
Take a clinical photograph |
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HLTDEN029 * |
Assist in dental procedures during relative analgesia |
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HLTDET001 |
Construct models |
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HLTDET002 |
Construct custom impression trays |
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HLTDET003 |
Construct registration rims |
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HLTDET005 |
Construct thermoformed bases and appliances |
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HLTOHC007 |
Recognise and respond to oral health issues |
|
HLTOHC008 |
Inform and support patients and groups about oral health |
|
HLTOHC009 |
Apply and use basic oral health products |
|
HLTOHC011 |
Apply fluoride varnish |
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HLTSTE004 |
Manage sterile stock |
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SIRXMGT001 |
Supervise and support frontline team members |
|
TLIP5037 |
Develop workplace policy and procedures |
Qualification Mapping Information
|
Release |
Comments |
|
Release 3 |
Minor corrections to mapping details. Equivalent outcomes. |
|
Release 2 |
Minor corrections to formatting to improve readability. Equivalent outcomes. |
|
Release 1 |
HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting supersedes and is not equivalent to HLT45015 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705
