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Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)

  • 3 years full-time / 6.0 years part-time

Charles Sturt University in NSW offers Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene), a AQF Level 7 program. The program runs for 3 years full-time / 6.0 years part-time, with domestic fees from $0. Government subsidised places may be available.

Charles Sturt University

Tier 2

University · NSW

4.6· 11 reviews

Domestic fee · Full qualification

$0Commonwealth supported
  • Government Funding
  • HECS-HELP
Duration
3 years full-time / 6.0 years part-time
ATAR requirement
70.9

HECS-HELP

This is a Commonwealth Supported Place — the government pays part of your tuition directly, and HECS-HELP lets you defer your remaining student contribution as an income-contingent loan. Available to eligible domestic students only. Confirm your CSP status with the provider.

Government funding

  • HECS-HELP

    Commonwealth Supported Place — defer your student contribution through HECS-HELP.

    $8,301

Estimated out-of-pocket

After applicable subsidies

$0

Fees and funding are indicative only. Contact the provider to confirm your eligibility and final costs.

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About this qualification

Here is what the Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) qualification offered by Charles Sturt University covers and who it is designed for.

The fully accredited Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) from Charles Sturt University qualifies you to work as an oral health therapist in Australia. As a graduate, you'll help combat the national chronic shortage of oral health professionals, while also making a valuable contribution to the health of your community. 

Oral health practitioners are skilled clinicians who examine and treat diseases of periodontal tissues and teeth. They perform restorative and periodontal care with a primary focus on early diagnosis and treatment. Their role includes the promotion of positive oral health and preventive dental practices in the community. 

Develop your practical skills in our state-of-the-art simulation clinic, dental technology/clinical support laboratory, biodental science learning suite and anatomy teaching facilities. 

Qualified dental therapists are clinicians who examine and treat diseases of the teeth in children, adolescents and young adults. Students are required to purchase dental equipment and instrument kits.

Charles Sturt University developed the Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) in cooperation with the Australian Dental Council, the Australian Dental Association, local dentists, oral health practitioners and senior consultants to ensure you graduate with the skills and knowledge for successful practice.