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Diploma of Dental Technology

HLT55118
HealthDiplomaNationally recognised
Level 5AQF level
25Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
12Training providers
Dec 2025Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (HLT55118, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Diploma; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Dental Technician
Industries
Health
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for HLT55118 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 25 units: 21 core plus 4 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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BSBFIN401Report on financial activity
BSBINS410Implement records systems for small business
BSBLDR414Lead team effectiveness
BSBOPS301Maintain business resources
BSBOPS304Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBOPS401Coordinate business resources
BSBOPS402Coordinate business operational plans
BSBOPS404Implement customer service strategies
BSBPMG430Undertake project work
BSBTEC201Use business software applications
CHCCOM002Use communication to build relationships
CHCCOM005Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCDIV003Manage and promote diversity
CHCPRP005Engage with health professionals and the health system
HLTAID011Provide First Aid
HLTAID014Provide Advanced First Aid
HLTDET001Construct models
HLTDET002Construct custom impression trays
HLTDET003Construct registration rims
HLTDET004Articulate models and transfer records
HLTDET005Construct thermoformed bases and appliances
HLTDET006Construct immediate dentures
HLTDET007Construct removable acrylic partial dentures
HLTDET008Construct cast alloy removable partial denture framework
HLTDET009Construct crown and bridge structures
HLTDET010Join alloy structures
HLTDET011Construct ceramic and fixed restorations
HLTDET012Construct orthodontic appliances
HLTDET013Construct oral splints
HLTDET014Repair and modify dentures and appliances
HLTDET015Construct complete removable acrylic dentures and appliances
HLTDET016Design digital dental restorations and appliances using computer-aided design (CAD)
HLTDET017Construct dental restorations and appliances using computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
HLTINF002Process reusable medical devices and equipment
HLTINF006Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS003Maintain work health and safety
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the HLT55118 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

12 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

Academy of Education and Innovation AustraliaBased in NSW · Registered since 2017→
Canberra College of Management and TechnologyBased in ACT · Registered since 2020→
Charles Institute of Technology Australia Pty LtdBased in NSW · Registered since 2011→
Holmesglen InstituteBased in VIC · Registered since 1996→
Kingston Training and Employment Pty LtdBased in WA · Registered since 1999→
Menzies College of Nursing & HealthBased in VIC · Registered since 2007→
North Metropolitan TAFEBased in WA · Registered since 2016→
Signet Institute of AustraliaBased in SA · Registered since 2014→
TAFE NSWBased in NSW · Registered since 1999→
TAFE QueenslandBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
TAFE SABased in SA · Registered since 2014→
West Australian Institute of Further Studies Pty LtdBased in WA · Registered since 2009→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.