CSU's Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy / Hygiene) is a three-year program, developed in close association with industry to prepare graduates for a career as a dental hygienist or dental therapist.
As a graduate of CSU's Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy / Hygiene), you will contribute to combating the chronic shortage and increasing demand for oral health professionals Australia-wide, while also significantly impacting the health of our local communities.
Qualified dental therapists are clinicians that examine and treat diseases of the teeth in children and adolescents through primary to secondary school.
Dental hygienists are clinicians that assist dentists in the treatment of patients. They provide skilled preventive services to all patient age groups. Although hygienists work in collaboration with a dentist to determine treatment therapies for each patient, they work independently to deliver these services.
During years one and two, you will focus on core biomedical and oral sciences. Foundation theory will be presented in lecture style and small group seminars and case based interactions will feature throughout the curriculum.
In years two and three, the focus is on understanding the medical, dental, social and community context of dental hygiene or dental therapy clinical practice.
This course is accredited by the Australian Dental Council and graduates are eligible for registration with the Dental Board of Australia and membership of the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists' Association.
Graduates will be eligible for licensure in any Australian state or territory. There are no additional exams or requirements although some states have continuing professional development requirements.
You may also be eligible for registration in some countries overseas.
A range of scholarships is available to Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy / Hygiene) students, including the:
Refer to the workplace learning section for information on:
Wagga Wagga
3 years full-time on campus
N/A
074609K
To graduate, students must complete 192 points.
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To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.
When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.
Refer to the workplace learning information for further requirements associated with studying this course.
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