Dental Technician (WA)
Education and Training:
To become a dental technician you usually have to complete an apprenticeship in Dental Technology. Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally require Year 10.
Training is usually both on and off the job. The off-the-job training is provided through Registered Training Organisations, included TAFE. Ask your career adviser about the possibility of starting some of this training in school.
Related Courses:
While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.
*Course is offered by more than one institution. Click link for details.
Employment Opportunities:
Dental technicians may work independently in hospitals, in dental laboratories or for dental group practices.
Demand is growing for dental technicians working in specialised areas, such as crown and bridge and orthodontics.
For Further Information:
Australian Dental Prosthetists Association
www.adpa.com.auInformation for other states and territories: