Becoming a Dental Hygienist in Queensland

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About this role

Dental Hygienists carry out preventative dental procedures under the direction of a Dentist.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Dental Hygienist include:

  • provides educational programmes to motivate children, parents and the community in matters relating to oral health
  • provides fluoride therapy by applying re-mineralising solutions and desensitising agents
  • removes deposits from teeth.

Courses that can lead to a career as a Dental Hygienist

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  1. Certificate III in Dental Assisting

    HLT35021

    • Traineeship
    • On-the-job training
    • 1 year
    • Cost varies
    • Financial help available
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

  2. Diploma of Ageing and Pastoral or Spiritual Care

    11061NAT

    • 1–2 years
    • Cost varies
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

  3. Certificate IV in Breastfeeding Education

    10998NAT

    • 6 months – 2 years
    • Cost varies
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

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