Higher Certificate in Dental Assisting | CPUT

APS Required

points

Duration

1 year(s)

Type

Certificate

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The purpose of this Qualification is to equip learners to become competent, responsible and accountable oral health care auxiliaries. They will be able to assist in various activities associated with a full community clinical dental practice.

Qualifying learners will be able to:

  • Assist oral health practitioners in all clinical dental disciplines and procedures.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, members of the oral health team and the community.
  • Perform administrative duties.
  • Provide fundamental oral health education to patients, the public and community of all age groups.

Career Prospects

  • A Dental Assistant working alongside dentists in public or private dental practices across South Africa to prepare patients, sterilise instruments, and assist during procedures.
  • A Dental Receptionist managing patient records, appointments, and administrative duties in a dental clinic registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.
  • A Dental Surgery Assistant employed in government health facilities such as community health centres or provincial hospitals to support oral health care delivery in underserved communities.
  • A Dental Materials and Equipment Technician assisting with the procurement, maintenance, and stock management of dental supplies in a South African dental practice or hospital.
  • A Community Oral Health Educator working with non-governmental organisations or provincial health departments to promote oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental care in rural and urban communities across South Africa.

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