The Certificate IV in Dental Assisting is a nationally recognised qualification designed to provide you with the knowledge and practical skills in Practice Administration.
This course provides you with the operational and interpersonal skills to effectively manage a practice: basic budgeting, rosters and payroll, recruiting staff, developing and managing a team and managing performance.
Course Content
This qualification has 7 units: 3 core units and 4 units specific to the specialty area of Practice Administration. Assessments are a mix of theory, practical or simulated activities.
HLTIN403B
Implement and monitor infection control
HLTOHS300A
Contribute to OHS processes
HLTAMBFC301B
Communicate with clients and colleagues to support health care
BSBMED401A
Manage patient record-keeping system
BSBMED402A
Control stocks and supplies
HLTCOM405B
Administer a practice
BSBCMN308A
Maintain financial records
Pre-requisite
Participants must have the Certificate III in Dental Assisting or demonstrate current experience as a Dental Assistant.
2-for-1 Training Option
Experienced Dental Assistants can undertake our Certificate IV in Dental Assisting course even if you don’t have a Certificate III in Dental Assisting qualification. This means for a single enrolment fee you can obtain both the Certificate III and the Certificate IV qualifications.
Who Should Attend
Trainees or a person who is currently working as a Dental Assistant and wants to gain further knowledge in this specialty area.
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CLASSROOM TRAINING
Enrolment Fee: $2,500
Codes:
401CH Hunter
401CS Sydney
401CM Melbourne
1 day a month for 8 months as per listed training dates with students to attend all training days, unless recognition has been granted.
DISTANCE LEARNING
Enrolment Fee: $1,750
Code: 401D
Self-paced learning supported by a comprehensive study guide. Ideal for trainees or a person who is unable to attend classroom training due to distance or work commitments. You will receive a comprehensive study and assessment guide and our trainers will regularly contact you throughout the course.
RECOGNITION
Enrolment Fee: $500
Code: 401R
6 month enrolment period to demonstrate current work skills. This option is suitable for a Dental Assistant who has been working for some time as a Practice Manager, and would like to gain formal recognition for their experience.
NEW ENTRANT TRAINEESHIP Enrolment Fee: $436
Code: Use code for desired training option
CLASSROOM TRAINING
Hunter – 401CH
February to August
Training Dates:
30 March
27 April
25 May
22 June
20 July
17 August
Sydney – 401CS
February to August
Training Dates:
4 April
2 May
30 May
27 June
25 July
22 August
Melbourne – 401CM
February to August
Training Dates:
13 April
11 May
8 June
6 July
3 August
31 August
