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Dental radiography skill set

Dental radiography skill set

Skill set
National Code
HLTSS00060
State Code
AD300
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
08/12/2015
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
305
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 08/12/2015 Current Approved
Description
This skill set provides skills for dental radiography work.
Units
HLTDEN007 Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
HLTDEN008 Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image
HLTDEN009 Produce a prescribed dental radiographic image
Pathway Information
These units may provide credit towards the HLT45015 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Applicants seeking a radiation user licence must apply to their relevant State/Territory.
Target Group
This skill set is for workers who have a relevant dental qualification or experience in dental work roles and are seeking to broaden their skills.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the HLT Health Training Package meet industry requirements for dental radiography work in the health care environment.
General notes
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AB494 HLTSS00011 Dental radiography skill set Skill set
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AE574 HLTSS00072 Dental Radiography Skill Set Skill set