Total number of units = 14
10 core units
4 elective units, consisting of:
at least 3 units must be from those units listed under Groups A, B, C, D or E
up to1 unit from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome
Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Radiography)
All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Oral Health Promotion)
All Group C electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (General Anaesthesia and Conscious Sedation)
All Group D electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Technical Records)
All Group E electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Practice Administration Work)
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
CHCCOM005
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Communicate and work in health or community services
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CHCDIV001
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Work with diverse people
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HLTAID003
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Provide first aid
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HLTDEN001
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Prepare for and assist with oral health care procedures
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HLTDEN002
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Assist with dental radiography
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HLTDEN003
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Assist with administration in dental practice
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HLTINF001
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Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
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HLTINF002
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Process reusable medical devices and equipment
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HLTINF003
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Implement and monitor infection prevention and control policies and procedures
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HLTWHS003
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Maintain work health and safety
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HLTDEN007
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Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
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HLTDEN008
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Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image
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HLTDEN009
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Produce a prescribed dental radiographic image
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HLTDEN004
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Implement an individualised oral hygiene program
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HLTDEN010
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Implement an oral hygiene program for older people
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HLTDEN011
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Implement an oral health promotion program
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HLTDEN005
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Assist in oral health care procedures during general anaesthesia
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HLTDEN006
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Assist in oral health care procedures during conscious sedation
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HLTDEN012
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Take an impression for study models
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HLTDEN014
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Take a clinical photograph
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HLTDET001
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Construct models
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HLTDET002
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Construct custom impression trays
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HLTDEN013
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Allocate treatment appointments according to priority
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BSBADM409
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Coordinate business resources
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BSBMED401
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Manage patient recordkeeping system
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CHCEDU001
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Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies
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HLTDET003
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Construct registration rims
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HLTDET005
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Construct thermoformed bases and appliances
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HLTOHC001
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Recognise and respond to oral health issues
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HLTOHC002
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Inform and support patients and groups about oral health
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HLTOHC003
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Apply and manage use of basic oral health products
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HLTOHC004
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Provide or assist with oral hygiene
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HLTTHE001
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Handle and care for operating theatre equipment
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HLTTHE002
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Assist with preparation of clients for operative procedures
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HLTTHE003
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Provide intra-operative equipment and technical support
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BSBMED301
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Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
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BSBRSK401
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Identify risk and apply risk management processes
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BSBPMG413
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Apply project human resources management approaches
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TAEDEL301A
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Provide work skill instruction
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TLIP5037A
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Develop workplace policy and procedures
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