Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy
University of Newcastle
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00109J
The Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy is aimed at developing and integrating the scientific knowledge and clinical skills required by graduates to work as oral health therapists. Students will provide preventive and simple restorative treatment to individuals, mindful of the dynamic between oral health and general health, the team approach to care and community needs.
Structure
Qualification for the award Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy requires the completion of 240 units. The program consists of 230 units of core courses and 10 units of electives.
Subjects
- Oral health therapy
- health promotion
- human bioscience and anatomy
- periodontology
Standard entry requirements
- Previous year 12 studies
- Higher education, tertiary or post-secondary qualifications and/or overseas qualifications considered equivalent to Australian qualifications
Recognition
Our degree is accredited by the Australian Dental Council. Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Study pathways
Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) is available to students who achieve the required grade point average in the Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ourimbah | International: $130,815 |
| No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Ourimbah.
Fees are indicative and subject to variation. Overall program fee may vary based on course selection. Other costs may include clinical placement uniforms, cost of travel to/from clinical placements and out of area accommodation if required.
Further information
All courses are compulsory. This degree requires students to participate in clinical placements in NSW Health facilities. Students will be subject to policies and procedures laid down for NSW Health workers by the NSW Ministry of Health, including polices around criminal record checking. These requirements may include a WorkCover Approved First Aid Certificate, a National Police Certificate, a Prohibited Employment Declaration, NSW Health Code of Conduct Agreement as well as fulfilling any required immunisations in order to obtain a NSW Health Certificate of Compliance. Students are expected to comply with these requirements prior to undertaking clinical placements.
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