Diploma of Dental Technology

Entry Requirements

Academic IELTS score of 6.0 Overall with minimum of 6.0 in all bands or equivalent.

Satisfactory completion of Year 12 or overseas equivalent .

Ability to meet the physical demands, particularly the requirements of manual handling.

Course Details

Dental Technicians work in a laboratory, constructing, repairing and adjusting dental appliances, under the prescription of dentists, dental prosthetists or dental specialists. You will learn how to make dentures and other dental appliances including crowns, bridges, mouthguards, sleep appliances, pre- and post-oral and maxillofacial surgical devices, and orthodontic appliances.

Employment Outcomes

Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

Qualifications & Skills Covered

Diploma of Dental Technology (HLT55118)

This qualification reflects the role of a dental technician responsible for construction and repair of dentures and other dental appliances including crowns, bridges, partial dentures, pre- and post-oral and maxillofacial surgical devices, and orthodontic appliances. To complete this qualification you are required to complete all 21 core units and 4 electives.