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About the course
Charles Sturt University’s Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) is a fully accredited degree preparing you to practise as an oral health therapist in Australia. You’ll build clinical skills to examine and treat periodontal and tooth disease, deliver restorative and preventive care, and promote oral health in communities. Training includes simulation facilities, clinics and placements, with study offered on campus and an articulated pathway structure in dentistry.
Career outcome
Graduates can work across public and private oral health services, helping address workforce shortages and improving community dental wellbeing. The course prepares you for clinical practice focused on early diagnosis, periodontal and restorative care, and preventive oral health promotion. Typical roles include oral health therapist, dental hygienist, dental therapist and oral health practitioner, with opportunities in community clinics and health services after this Bachelor degree in dentistry.
Living Costs in Wagga Wagga**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 907 - 1,200 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) N/A |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348 |
Average Salary***
