Bachelor of Science (Oral Health Therapy)
Curtin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00301J
The oral health therapist is an educator and motivator with an important role in the promotion of oral health for patients and the broader community. As a member of the dental team, the oral health therapist works to provide appropriate dental care for patients. Clinical procedures include some fillings, scaling and cleaning and the management of gum problems, and simple extractions in children, the application of fluoride and other solutions to teeth and gums, local analgesia, dental radiography, taking impressions and a range of orthodontic duties. The curriculum integrates theory and practical studies from a number of areas within health sciences including dental, biomedical and social sciences.
Structure
Credit Points: 600
Subjects
- CMHL1000 Foundations for Professional Health Practice
- MEDI1000 Foundations of Biomedical Science
- HUMB1000 Human Structure and Function
- INDH1006 Indigenous Cultures and Health Behaviours
- HUMB1001 Integrated Systems Anatomy and Physiology
- DENT1003 Professional Foundations for Oral Health Therapy
- DENT2010 Oral Health Sciences
- DENT2009 Risk Assessment and Care Planning
- DENT2012 Dental Materials and Prosthodontics
- DENT2013 Medically Compromised Care and Special Care
- DENT2011 Introduction to Clinical Oral Health Therapy
- DENT2014 Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine and Pharmacology
- DENT3006 Comprehensive Care and Treatment Planning in Oral Health Therapy
- DENT3009 Cultures of Oral Health
- DENT3008 Evidence-based Oral Health Practice
- DENT3007 The Independent Oral Health Therapist
Standard entry requirements
Applicants for a Bachelor Degree are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards: details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/ and include flexible entry pathways. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met. All Curtin courses have compulsory and other core capabilities that are essential for demonstrating the achievement of course learning outcomes and graduation. Students who are unable to meet or demonstrate those requirements, now or in later stages during their studies, may seek reasonable adjustments by the University wherever possible to facilitate alternative ways of achieving those requirements. If reasonable adjustments cannot be accommodated, Curtin will discuss study options to find an alternative course of study or an exit degree. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Recognition
All practising oral health therapists must be registered with the appropriate Dental Board. Registration permits the oral health therapist to work in private practice and the School Dental Service.
Study pathways
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtin Perth | International: $132,317 |
| No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Curtin Perth.
