Certificate III in Dental Laboratory Assisting
If you'd like to start a career in the exciting field of dental technology work, this is the course for you!
Through this nationally recognised qualification, you'll gain the skills and knowledge to work as a laboratory assistant; helping dentists and dental technicians to construct, repair and adjust dental appliances for cosmetic or restorative use.
You'll learn how to pour dental impressions; produce custom made trays; construct registration rims; use a range of laboratory equipment and tools; and construct thermoformed bases and appliances then update the dental records. Other units in the qualification include communicating in a healthcare workplace; first aid; workplace diversity; infection controls; and business administration skills.
Completion of this course can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study.
Training options
- Fee-free
- STEM
- VET for secondary students
Industry area
- Health, Beauty and Fitness
Study area
- Dental
Course ID
- National ID: HLT35115
- WA State ID: AYY4
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
Does a career in the Dental Technology Industry make you smile?
When you complete the Certificate III in Dental Laboratory Assisting you will be ready to start a career in the busy dental technology world, as a laboratory assistant helping dentists and dental technicians to construct, repair and adjust dental appliances.
You will gain the career enhancing knowledge and skills to work as a member of the dental laboratory team. With the skills that you develop in this course you can transfer into the HLT55118 Diploma of Dental Technology as an apprentice in a dental laboratory.
The Certificate III in Dental Laboratory Assisting includes supervised work skills in a simulated dental laboratory at our newly fitted out Dental department at our conveniently located Leederville campus.
Delivery location
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
Through this nationally recognised qualification, you'll gain the skills and knowledge to work as a laboratory assistant; helping dentists and dental technicians to construct, repair and adjust dental appliances for cosmetic or restorative use.
You'll learn how to pour dental impressions; produce custom made trays; construct registration rims; use a range of laboratory equipment and tools; and construct thermoformed bases and appliances then update the dental records. Other units in the qualification include communicating in a healthcare workplace; first aid; workplace diversity; infection controls; and business administration skills.
Completion of this course can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study.
Training options
- Fee-free
- STEM
- VET for secondary students
Industry area
- Health, Beauty and Fitness
Study area
- Dental
Course ID
- National ID: HLT35115
- WA State ID: AYY4
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
Does a career in the Dental Technology Industry make you smile?
When you complete the Certificate III in Dental Laboratory Assisting you will be ready to start a career in the busy dental technology world, as a laboratory assistant helping dentists and dental technicians to construct, repair and adjust dental appliances.
You will gain the career enhancing knowledge and skills to work as a member of the dental laboratory team. With the skills that you develop in this course you can transfer into the HLT55118 Diploma of Dental Technology as an apprentice in a dental laboratory.
The Certificate III in Dental Laboratory Assisting includes supervised work skills in a simulated dental laboratory at our newly fitted out Dental department at our conveniently located Leederville campus.
Delivery location
Does a career in the Dental Technology Industry make you smile?
When you complete the Certificate III in Dental Laboratory Assisting you will be ready to start a career in the busy dental technology world, as a laboratory assistant helping dentists and dental technicians to construct, repair and adjust dental appliances.
You will gain the career enhancing knowledge and skills to work as a member of the dental laboratory team. With the skills that you develop in this course you can transfer into the HLT55118 Diploma of Dental Technology as an apprentice in a dental laboratory.
The Certificate III in Dental Laboratory Assisting includes supervised work skills in a simulated dental laboratory at our newly fitted out Dental department at our conveniently located Leederville campus.
Locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
This course is fee-free! No course fees apply!
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Disclaimer
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.