Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 6:00 PM AWST
12/09/2026 6:00 PM AWST
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Dental radiography skill set
Dental radiography skill set
Skill set
National Code
HLTSS00011
HLTSS00011
State Code
AB494
AB494
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
25/03/2011
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
—
Nominal Hours
235
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/03/2011 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
Not Applicable
Pathway Information
Pathway These units provide credit towards HLT43007 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Target Group
Target group This skill set has been endorsed by industry as appropriate for people who have successfully completed HLT31812 Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent and who wish to gain a set of recognised skills in dental radiography without necessarily completing a higher level qualification
Suggested words for statement of attainment
Required form of words for Statement of Attainment This skill set meets industry requirements as specified in the HLT07 Health Training Package for dental radiography work
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5855 | HLTDA410C | Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice | 75 | Unit of competency |
| D5856 | HLTDA411C | Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D5857 | HLTDA412C | Produce a dental radiographic image | 80 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD300 | HLTSS00060 | Dental radiography skill set | Skill set |