Modification History
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Release |
Comments |
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Release 1 |
This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 3.0 and meets the requirements of the 2012 Standards for Training Packages. Supersedes HLT50512. Change to packaging rules. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of a dental technician responsible for construction and repair of dentures and other dental appliances including crowns, bridges, partial dentures, pre- and post-oral and maxillofacial surgical devices, and orthodontic appliances.
Dental technicians work in dental laboratories on their own or in small groups, under the prescription of dentists.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 25
- 20 core units
- 5 elective units
- at least 3 units from the electives listed below
- up to 2 units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Core units
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CHCCOM005 |
Communicate and work in health or community services |
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CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
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HLTAID003 |
Provide first aid |
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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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HLTDET004 |
Articulate models and transfer records |
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HLTDET005 |
Construct thermoformed bases and appliances |
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HLTDET006 |
Construct immediate dentures |
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HLTDET007 |
Construct removable acrylic partial dentures |
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HLTDET008 |
Construct cast alloy removable partial denture framework |
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HLTDET009 |
Construct crown and bridge structures |
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HLTDET010 |
Join alloy structures |
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HLTDET011 |
Construct ceramic and fixed restorations |
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HLTDET012 |
Construct orthodontic appliances |
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HLTDET013 |
Construct oral splints |
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HLTDET014 |
Repair and modify dentures and appliances |
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HLTDET015 |
Construct complete removable acrylic dentures and appliances |
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HLTINF001 |
Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
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HLTWHS003 |
Maintain work health and safety |
Elective units
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CHCCOM002 |
Use communication to build relationships |
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CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
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CHCDIV003 |
Manage and promote diversity |
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CHCPRP005 |
Engage with health professionals and the health system |
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HLTAID006 |
Provide advanced first aid |
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HLTINF002 |
Process reusable devices and equipment |
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BSBADM311 |
Maintain business resources |
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BSBADM409 |
Coordinate business resources |
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BSBCUS301 |
Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
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BSBCUS403 |
Implement customer service standards |
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BSBFIA402 |
Report on financial activity |
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BSBLDR403 |
Lead team effectiveness |
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BSBMGT402 |
Implement operational plan |
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BSBPMG522 |
Undertake project work |
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BSBRKG403 |
Set up a business or records system for a small business |
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BSBWOR204 |
Use business technology |
Qualification Mapping Information
No equivalent qualification.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705
