Dental Technology

About the course

This course provides the foundation for further study in areas such as dental science, clinical dentistry and vocational clinical practice to practice as a dental technician. In many cases, successful completion of a Diploma may give you a full year of credit towards a degree.

What you might learn

During this course, you will develop skills through subjects such as human biosciences, principles of public health, determinants of health or constructing models and custom impression trays. By the end of the course, students should be able to find employment in the industry or apply for a Bachelors degree.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as dental technician, dental assistant, dental prosthetist, dental hygienist, dental therapist, and etc. in companies including Dentsply Internationa, Henry Schein, National Dentex, Young Innovations, Patterson Dental, and etc.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary**

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