Dental Assistant (WA)
Education and Training:
To become a dental assistant you usually have to complete a certificate in dental assisting. Entry to the courses below usually requires Year 11 with English and science.
Ask your career adviser about the possibility of starting some of this training in school.
Certificate Courses:
Central TAFE - Oral Health Centre of WA (Nedlands):
- Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Great Southern TAFE - Albany Campus:
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Related Courses:
*Course is offered by more than one institution. Click link for details.
Employment Opportunities:
Most dental assistants are employed by dentists in private practices and clinics. Some dental assistants undertake further study to become dental hygienists. Others gain further administrative experience and possibly qualifications to progress to practice management.
For Further Information:
Australian Dental Association (Federal Office)
(02) 9906 4412
adainc@ada.org.au
www.ada.org.au Dental Nursing Australia
1300 855 503