Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Overview
Career Opportunities
- oral health therapist (dental hygienist and dental therapist) with employment in public, private or hospital settings
- health promotion officer
- health researcher
- clinical tutor, academic in health discipline courses
Pathway to further studies
- Further post graduate study in oral and public health.
Studying the Bachelor of Oral Health at Holmesglen
The course has a strong focus on health science and its application in the development of clinical skills, with an evidence-based approach to learning. <p>You will undertake community placements and receive comprehensive clinic and simulation exposure.<p>In addition, the degree has a strong focus on the unique challenges of rural and remote oral health, in particular with vulnerable and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island communities. <p>This degree will give you the skills to work as an oral health therapist, diagnosing dental decay and gum diseases and working alongside dentists to provide oral health care and preventative dental practices among school children and the broader community.<p>Students will complete clinical placements in year 1 and 2 at the Charles Sturt University Dental and Oral Health Clinics in Wagga Wagga. During year 3, students complete placement at various sites including Charles Sturt University clinical sites in Albury and Wagga Wagga as well as other regional NSW Health oral health clinics. <p>Students studying at Holmesglen and Wagga Wagga will learn in state-of-the-art simulation clinics. Our staff include dual-qualified oral health therapists currently practising in both the public and private health sector, to make sure you are receiving current, industry relevant education. <p>As a graduate of the course, you will contribute to combating the chronic shortage and increasing demand for oral health professionals Australia-wide, while also significantly impacting the health of our local communities.
Entry Requirements
Advanced standing
You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. Read more about gaining advanced standing and credits.
Course Structure
Timetable
Assessment
How to apply
Apply Via Agent
Holmesglen recommends international students apply through one of our accredited student recruitment agents. This will assist you in the preparation of all application documents and ensure that you are well counselled on the Australian Government's Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirements for International students. Further information of the GTE requirements is available at: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
To find out more, visit How to Apply for International Students.
If you have further questions about your application, please contact our International Centre:
T: 03 9564 1703
E: intl@holmesglen.edu.au
Visit How to Apply for more information on the application process.
Recruitment
Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.
Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.
Outcomes
Qualification and Recognition
Industry Connections
Fees
All fees are indicative only. Holmesglen reviews its tuition fees and charges annually. You will be required to pay the current fee that applies from the beginning of the next study period.
An additional administration fee may apply where the application is submitted directly to Holmesglen and not through a Holmesglen-approved education agent.
Tuition Fee Protection Service
The Tuition Protection Service (TPS) is an initiative of the Australian Government to assist international students whose education providers are unable to fully deliver their course of study for which tuition fees are paid. <a href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/international-student-fees.html">Read more about the TPS</a>
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