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Higher Certificate in Dental Assisting | CUT

APS Required

points

Duration

1 year(s)

Type

Certificate

Delivery

Full-time

Details

This qualification prepares students to assist dental professionals in clinical and administrative settings within South African dental practices. It covers dental procedures, infection control, radiography, patient care, and practice management. The programme aligns with the requirements of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).

Career Prospects

  • Dental assistant working alongside dentists and oral hygienists in private or public dental practices across South Africa to prepare patients and instruments for procedures.
  • Dental receptionist managing patient records, appointments, and billing in a South African dental surgery or specialist practice.
  • Dental radiographer assistant supporting the capture and processing of dental X-rays under the supervision of a registered dental professional in a clinical setting.
  • Community oral health assistant contributing to public health dental outreach programmes run by the South African Department of Health in under-served communities.
  • Dental sales and product representative promoting dental materials, equipment, and consumables to practices and clinics on behalf of South African or international dental supply companies.

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