This course provides students with the specialised skills and knowledge required to work as a Dental Technician. The course deals with the construction of dentures, bridges, crowns and other dental appliances. It also covers the repair and modification of these appliances. Other technical skills attained include working with dental impressions, moulds, casts and models.
Carrick gives students ample opportunity to practice in a working laboratory, research industry practice in the computer resource centre and take the extra time needed to reinforce learning.
72 weeks
Melbourne
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| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| BSBCMN205A | Use business technology |
| BSBCMN302A | Organise personal work priorities and development |
| BSBCMN305A | Organise workplace information |
| BSBCMN307A | Maintain business resources |
| HLTFA301B | Apply first aid |
This stage also includes two required knowledge components including oral anatomy and Dental Material Science
| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| HLTHOHS300A | Contribute to OHS processes |
| HLTIN301A | Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work |
| HLTHIR501A | Maintain an effective health work environment |
| HLTDT301B | Construct models |
| HLTDT302B | Construct custom impression trays |
| HLTDT303B | Construct registration rims |
| HLTDT304B | Articulate models and transfer records |
| HLTDT315B | Construct thermoformed bases and appliances |
| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| HLTDT519A | Construct simple complete removable acrylic dentures and appliances |
| HLTDT508B | Construct removable acrylic partial dentures |
| HLTDT512B | Take tooth shades |
| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| HLTDT509B | Construct cast metal alloy removable partial denture framework |
| HLTDT507B | Construct immediate dentures |
| HLTDT517B | Construct oral splints |
| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| HLTDT518B | Repair and modify dentures and appliances |
| HLTDT510B | Construct crown and bridge structures |
| HLTDT511B | Join alloy structures |
| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| HLTDT513B | Construct fixed restorations |
| BSBCMN308A | Maintain financial records |
| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| HLTDT514B | Construct orthodontic appliances |
| BSBCMN310A | Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
| HLTDT516B | Construct indirect composite polymer fixed restorations |
This course is delivered in a classroom and in a practical based environment with practical requirements simulated to reflect the real work situation. The delivery of training will include a mixture of classroom theory, practical delivery, group discussions, and individual research.
This qualification will provide you with the skills to apply for the position of Dental Technician.
This course also provides an excellent gateway into studying for a qualification as a Dental Prosthetics.
As a dental technician you will work in close liaison with referring dental practitioners and specialists.
Resources and Prescribed
Text Book list will be issued during Orientation.
Carrick Institute of Education is a registered provider for VET FEE-HELP. If you are an Australian citizen or Permanent Humanitarian Visa holder, you may be eligible for Commonwealth assistance through VET FEE-HELP.
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For the Fee for Service price, please contact Carrick study@carrick.edu.au
The costs of text books, kits and materials are the responsibility of students and range from $0 - $1,000.
Information on booklists, kits and materials are issued by request or during Orientation.
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